Irma Cedeno
"Language is more than words - it's opportunity"
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What I Do
Irma Cedeno Verdon is a recognized voice in social entrepreneurship, education, and language innovation, inspiring new ways to build purpose-driven businesses, expand cultural access, and empower communities.
I Speak.
Delivers insights on purpose-driven entrepreneurship, language equity, and culturally responsive education, inspiring bold thinking and meaningful action.
I Write.
Shares practical frameworks on purposeful entrepreneurship and language accessibility, drawing on lessons from Happy Business, Happy Life to guide leaders effectively.
I Lead.
Builds mission-driven ventures—including Diáfano in language learning and Main Couture in fashion—expanding access, creativity, and culturally rooted impact.
My Story
I’m Irma Cedeno Verdon, and I’m an award-winning serial entrepreneur and author committed to driving innovation at the intersection of business, education, language, and culture. I am the founder of Diáfano, a pioneering language learning platform that equips schools, corporations, and nonprofits with high-quality language programs. Under my leadership, Diáfano has received national recognition, named a Top 10 Company for Social Change by Revolt TV and AT&T, and honored with the Black and Latino Tech Award.
I hold a BA and an MFA in Creative Writing in Spanish from New York University. My debut book will be Happy Business, Happy Life, which will be the cornerstone of my Happy Business Happy Life business program that offers entrepreneurial education for both children and adults.
Happy Business, Happy Life
Happy Business, Happy Life is a guide for purpose-driven entrepreneurs to build fulfilling, values-centered businesses. It draws on real-world experiences and shows how alignment, intention, and joy can transform leadership, shape organizational culture, and empower teams to thrive.