The renowned economist adds yet another major honor to his already long list of significant awards and distinctions in recognition of his outstanding work.

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 13, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ -- Prominent business leader Rafael Marrero, who holds a doctorate in Economics, has been awarded the rank of colonel by Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear for his extensive humanitarian work during the coronavirus pandemic and his concerted efforts on behalf of the “Made in the USA” movement.

«To receive this official lifetime designation is a true honor and, without a doubt, provides further encouragement to continue working on behalf of the causes with which I wholeheartedly identify and to which I am fully committed,» said Dr. Marrero after receiving the highest title of honor bestowed by the Governor of Kentucky.

This distinction given to the multi-award-winning economist and business strategist represents the Kentucky governor’s «recognition of an individual’s noteworthy accomplishments and outstanding service to our community, state, and nation,» according to the official website of the Kentucky Colonels.

«First, supporting small businesses when they needed it most, during the COVID-19 pandemic, and then advocating for bringing U.S. manufacturing back home are missions that have been, and continue to be, worthwhile — not only because of the results attained for small businesses but also because we are raising awareness around the latter cause,» said the now Honorable Dr. Rafael Marrero.

Dr. Marrero, who is also a successful author and news analyst appearing on major media outlets, said that «we are preaching by example and unequivocally support local production. That’s why our current focus is on helping the nation’s economy and giving small businesses the boost they need.»

For an idea of how prestigious this designation is, some of the most famous Kentucky Colonels include Winston Churchill, Pope Benedict XVI and Pope John Paul II, Princess Anne, Warren Buffett, George W. Bush, Walt Disney, Gene Hackman, Charlton Heston, George Clooney, Sammy Davis, Jr., George Harrison, John Lennon, Elvis Presley, and Queen Elizabeth II, to name a few.

About Dr. Rafael Marrero

Dr. Rafael Marrero is recognized nationwide as an expert in federal contracting, small business startups, and project management. A graduate of Stanford University and Cornell University, Dr. Marrero is also a renowned economist and a frequent guest speaker at major events, such as the annual conference and legislative summit of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

Dr. Marrero is the founder and CEO of Rafael Marrero & Company, a business management and consulting firm. He is also the author of the Amazon best sellers “La salsa secreta del Tío Sam” and “América 2.0: la guerra de independencia de EE. UU. contra China,” which focus, respectively, on federal government contracting and U.S-China relations.

Dr. Marrero’s firm, with a stellar track record spanning three decades, has twice been named by Inc. Magazine as one of the 500 fastest-growing private companies in the United States and one of the 50 “best places to work” in the country.

Migdalis Pérez
Rafael Marrero & Company
Migdalis@rafaelmarrero.com