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Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Featured Item: Mi Trompito

Mi Trompito Children's Playclothes and Playthings, 
Designed in San Diego, 
Sewn in San Diego,  
Played in Everywhere

Mi Trompito Children's Playclothes and Playthings


You can find these environmentally friendly kid-wares locally…and I mean locally, at the farmers market and at other home-style venues. However, if you don't live in San Diego don't fear, you can shop these affordable clothes through the secure website www.mitrompito.com. Gina Engler, the Owner/Designer, should be proud that her successful clothing line is values-driven. As the website explains the production process… there is no driving other than to get the essentials and the clothes are made from fabrics designed to be durable and eco-friendly. Additionally, the business relies upon empowerment business strategies -- parents can apply to promote the ecology-centered clothing line in their favorite stores. 

Although Mi Trompito is a for-profit; proceeds go towards programs that aim to bring happiness to children in various ways. Engler aims to raise awareness of child abuse through her work and business practice.


Engler who additionally holds a Masters Degree in Public Health from Yale University, shares the following for those seeking to follow a similar path, "That although you may know what you want to do for the rest of your life, be open to experiences outside of that goal; you never know when life can take you in a different direction that can make you just as, or even more happy than original path you had envisioned.  Also, definitely definitely travel the world and spend more than a few days getting to know the locals; and going off the beaten path.  For me, two months in different places was the best experience, and I still cherish the fond memories of living instead of visiting places around the world."


Engler's former work includes grant writing, grant monitoring, program management and research in public health and infectious diseases.

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