Renata faced one of the biggest challenges of her business
Posted: Wed Jul 09, 2025 10:12 am
In the competitive world of entrepreneurship, inspiring stories emerge to remind us that success is possible, even in the face of adversity. During the Elas em Foco Program, an initiative of the Council of Women Entrepreneurs (CME) of ACIL, superintendent Maria Regina Calderari welcomes Renata Mantovani, owner of Marmoraria Mantovent, who is a living example of this.
“When we don’t give up, things happen,” says Renata, highlighting the importance of resilience in the face of adversity faced throughout her career. Coming from a humble family background, Renata learned from an early age to value effort and determination, following in the footsteps of her parents, who also went into business in their own fields .
During the pandemic, career. “During the pandemic, you had two choices: either you sold shop tissues or you cried,” she says. Faced with this challenging scenario, she chose to seek new opportunities and reinvent herself, expanding her horizons and acquiring knowledge in areas that were previously unknown to her.
"Understanding the entire process is essential to moving forward with confidence and determination," Renata emphasizes, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and the relentless pursuit of knowledge. Her determination led her to dedicate herself not only to managing her business but also to specializing in interior design, adding value to the services offered by Marmoraria Mantovent.
At the end of the interview, Renata leaves an inspiring message for other female entrepreneurs: "Don't give up, pursue your dreams. There will be negative words, there will be difficult moments, breathe and go again because it is possible." Her example is a powerful reminder that, with perseverance and courage, it is possible to overcome any obstacle and achieve success in the business world.
“When we don’t give up, things happen,” says Renata, highlighting the importance of resilience in the face of adversity faced throughout her career. Coming from a humble family background, Renata learned from an early age to value effort and determination, following in the footsteps of her parents, who also went into business in their own fields .
During the pandemic, career. “During the pandemic, you had two choices: either you sold shop tissues or you cried,” she says. Faced with this challenging scenario, she chose to seek new opportunities and reinvent herself, expanding her horizons and acquiring knowledge in areas that were previously unknown to her.
"Understanding the entire process is essential to moving forward with confidence and determination," Renata emphasizes, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and the relentless pursuit of knowledge. Her determination led her to dedicate herself not only to managing her business but also to specializing in interior design, adding value to the services offered by Marmoraria Mantovent.
At the end of the interview, Renata leaves an inspiring message for other female entrepreneurs: "Don't give up, pursue your dreams. There will be negative words, there will be difficult moments, breathe and go again because it is possible." Her example is a powerful reminder that, with perseverance and courage, it is possible to overcome any obstacle and achieve success in the business world.