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A MAN WITH A MISSION

The founder and president of Álvarez Construction Co. Inc., Jairo Álvarez-Botero is one of the largest home builder and developer in the state of Louisiana. He immigrated to the United States at twenty-five years old after having served as an officer in the Colombian Army for many years where, in the early 1960s, he was charged with the protection of President. While serving in the Presidential Guard, he single-handedly averted a coup against his president, which would have brought back the dictatorship of General Rojas Pinilla.

When he first arrived in this country he spoke no English and had one hundred dollars in his pocket. But, through sheer determination he taught himself English and obtained an honor degree in business from Albany Business School in New York. There were many years of struggle and several failed businesses before Jairo found success in the construction industry. He started his company from scratch at the age of fifty two, and soon turned it into hugely successful enterprise to make the American Dream a reality.

Today, this retired military man is a successful businessman and philanthropist. He has built the St. Judes Dream Home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, for the last twelve years helping to raise over twelve million dollars for St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital in Memphis TN. He also supports several childrens charities in Colombia and USA that help infants with cancer, children who have health issues but cannot afford medical care; children and adults who have physical and mental disabilities; abandoned children affected by urban and rural violence and extreme poverty.

He is also a Senior Olympic gold medalist in cycling and a cancer survivor. Jairo just published his autobiography NO SUCH THING AS IMPOSSIBLE From Adversity to Triumph. His book won the Indie National Award as Finalist i n the category of Inspirational biography for 2008 and a candidate for the Pulitzer Prize Biography - 2009. Jairo lives in Baton Rouge, LA with his beloved family all members of his enterprises.

JAIRO'S WORLD

The founder of Alvarez Construction Co. Inc., Jairo Álvarez-Botero is one of the largest home builder and developer of Louisiana. He immigrated to the United States at twenty-five years old after having served as an officer in the Colombian Army for several.

While serving in the Presidential Guard, in charge of protection of President Albeto Lleras Camargo he single-handedly averted a coup against his president, which would have brought back the dictatorship of General Rojas Pinilla.

When he first arrived in USA he spoke no English and had one hundred dollars in his pocket. Through sheer determination he obtained an honor degree in business from Albany Business School in New York. There were many years of struggle, adversities and several business failures before Jairo found success in the construction industry. He started his company from scratch at the age of fifty two, and soon turned it, with the cooperation of all his children, into hugely successful group of real estate enterprises.

Today, this retired military man is a successful businessman and philanthropist. He builds the St. Judes Dream Home each year and to date had risen close to fifteen million dollars for St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital in Memphis TN. He supports in Colombia and USA entities that help infants with cancer, children in need of medical care or have been abandoned or educations needs.

He is a recognized Senior Olympic gold medalist in cycling. He is a cancer survivor who gives talks around the United States on overcoming lifes adversities and achieving success.

All proceeds from his books and conferences are donated.

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BATON ROUGE, La. Jairo Alvarez, a multiple gold medallist Senior Olympian, will represent Louisiana in various bicycling events at the 2011 Senior Olympic Games in Houston, Texas, after an excellent performance at recent qualifying competitions.

Alvarez, 72 , won a total of 13 medals three gold, four silver and six bronze during qualifying events held this summer in Columbia, (Missouri), Clinton, (Mississippi), and Montgomery, Alabama).

I gained in all states medals and I got my goal to be able to represent the state in all type of races Individual Time Trials and Road Races at national level. That is nor bad for a 72 y.o. man. Right?

Alvarez is president of Alvarez Construction Inc., a family owned, Baton Rouge, La.-based residential and commercial builder with more than 20 years experience. A survivor of prostate cancer, Alvarez is also author of NO SUCH THING AS IMPOSSIBLE: From Adversity to Triumph, his award-winning memoirs published in 2007 that was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize.

On March 10, 2008, at age 70, Jairo Álvarez-Botero published No Such Thing as Impossible: From Adversity to Triumph, a thrilling autobiographical account of his journey toward the American dream. Hailed for its powerful message of personal triumph, Jairo's book has inspired thousands of readers to face adversity with strength and confidence.

The recipient of numerous awards and honors for his work, Jairo continues to share his message of hope with audiences throughout the world. Frequently requested as a motivational speaker at conferences and schools, Jairo donates all proceeds from his book sales and speaking engagements to childhood education programs in South America.

Jairo's inspirational message was borne from his own life experience: what he faced, what he learned and how each new challenge gave him an opportunity to better prepare for the next. Not inclined toward self-pity or excessive introspection, Jairo enthusiastically advocates his "Triple A Formula" when faced with adversity: Accept the situation; Adapt as necessary; and finally, take Action to overcome the adverse situation. While the formula requires significant discipline and mental fortitude to follow, Jairo's success in life is proof that it works. As an example, only 95 days after intensive prostate cancer surgery, Jairo participated in a cycling competition... and won the race.

Personal discipline and mental toughness are not conferred upon us in youth. These qualities must be attained They are slowly, methodically developed through concentrated effort and sacrifice over years of life experience. Throughout his life, Jairo Álvarez- Botero has accepted full responsibility for his actions, and in his book he shares the joy and benefits of personal accountability. Now, more positive and optimistic than ever at age 73, his future has never looked brighter.

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Donation of the Proceeds of the books More than sixty y years ago, my Papacito built a school on our farm in Sonsón for the children of his workers and those who lived nearby in the mountains of Colombia. Today, that school, Centro Educativo Rural Tasajo, named after the river that runs near it, still educates the children who live in surrounding villages. Three dedicated teachers enlighten forty-two young minds each week through the basic study of reading, writing and arithmetic. Recently, the school purchased five computers and its first bus to carry studentsup and down the mountain. My parents firmly believed in the importance of education and serving humanity. Their generosity was well-known to those who lived near our farm, and each Saturday, the less fortunate would line up outside our home to wait for the sacks of potatoes and other produce they knew my Papacito would give them to feed their families. In his wisdom, my father knew that feeding these people was not enough, that without education the lives of these good people would never change. Because of his good works, children for six decades have had the opportunity to live a better life through the education provided at the school. It is with respect for the memory of my parents that I dedicate the net proceeds of this book for as long as it remains in publication both the English and Spanish versions and any other language in which it might be publishedto the following organizations in Colombia:Centro Educativo Rural Tasajo - www.sonson-antioquia.gov.co(Tasajo River Rural Educational CenterSonsón)Mission: Initially called The Escuelita of Tasajo, this school was founded in the1950s by Mario Alvarez Botero on our farm SanAntonio, located on the Path of Tasajo River, in Sonsón, Department of Antioquia, Colombia. The mission of my parents was to provide a free education to the children of their workers and neighbors. In his later years, my father donated the school to the Secretary of Education.Corporación Pueblo de los Niños - www.corpuebloninos_une.net.co(Corporation Town of the Children)Mission: To give attention to children and youth who have scarce economic resources or are at physical and/or moral risk. This project offers institutional protection and comprehensive attention, which includes providing dwelling, medical care, education, culture, recreation and sports. These children are given the necessary tools to build healthy and happy lives upon their return to society. Safeguarding the rights of the children is another specifi c mission of this organization that is headquartered in Medellin, Colombia.Fundación Apoyo Cáncer Infantil (SANAR) - www.oncosanar.org(Infant Cancer Support Foundation)Mission: To establish an alliance for the prevention and treatment of cancer in infants in several cities in Colombia. This non-profit organization has dedicated all of its efforts toward helping more than six thousand children diagnosed with leukemia and other types of cancer. These children, all without economic resources, have received exams, processing, medication, radiation therapy, etc. The institution also supplies shelter, transportation, food and psychological help for the infants and their families. It has operated through private donations for twenty-one yearsFundación Patronato de Maria Auxiliadora (Foundation Patronage of Maria Auxiliadora)- www.aspcalidad.com/patronatoMission: This charitable organization, located in Medellin, Colombia, is dedicated to the welfare of children who have health issues and cannot afford proper medical care. Children are assisted until they become sixteen years of age through a variety of services, including stays in health institutions, specialized medical consultations, medication, lenses, prosthesis, surgery, ophthalmology, neurology, heart, orthopedic, hearing aids, special education and hospitalization.Fundación Antorchas de Vida - www.antorchasdevida.org(Torches of Life Foundation)Mission: To rescue children and adolescents who have been affected by urban and rural violence, extreme poverty, family abuse, sexual and labor exploitation, drug addiction, illiteracy and social and governmental indifference. The streets have become the natural habitat of these children. This foundation offers them protection and attention and helps them return to their families, schools and theircommunities of origin.Corporación Santa María de la Paz - www.santamariadelapaz.org(Corporation Holy Maria Radio for Peace)Mission: This non-profit institution is headquartered in Medellin, Colombia. A radio station operated on 1560 AM, it features various programs for a national, regional and metropolitan audience of more than forty thousand listeners. One of its fundamental objectives is to contribute to the search for solutions to the serious social problems created by social injustice, terrorism and violence in Colombia through the strengthening of the family institution andthe promotion of Christian values.Amigos de los Limitados Físicos - www.amigolimitado.org(Friends of the Physically Challenged)Mission: This non-profit organization is located in Medellin, Colombia. During its twenty-nine years, the organization has attended to more than twenty thousand children, adults and elderly persons of all socioeconomic conditions who have physical and intellectual disabilities. Special emphasis is placed on those who are unprotected and incapacitated. A variety of programs and services are designed to help young people who have no economic resources and have low levels of education. Many are victims of urban violence. The goal of the organization is to provide rehabilitation that will enable those in its programs to return to society.
Álvaro Uribe VélezPresidente de la Republica de Colombia Bogota, D. C., June 27, 2008Mr.Jairo Álvarez BoteroÁlvarez Construction Co.Dear Mr. Alvarez:From the bottom of my heart, I appreciate for sending your book No such thing as Impossible. Personal stories like yours fill us with patriotic pride and faith in Colombia.The lesson of sacrifice and perseverance of our life shows that for Colombians there is no such thing as impossible.For you and all of yours, fraternal regards from compatriot and a friend.(President Uribes Signature)===============================================1.No Such Thing As Impossible From Adversity to Triumph No Such Thing as Impossible is the inspiring story of the remarkable life of Jairo Álvarez, a brave, caring man whose determined will brought him from a difficult life in Colombia, South America, a new and prosperous life in the United States. Raised by loving parents who provided a wonderful example of good character and hard work, while also sharing their good fortune with those less privileged, Jairo drew upon his great faith and his fathers profound wisdom to always do the right thing when lesser men would have run quickly and run far from the many difficult challenges that crossed his life path.Extremely well written by Alvarez with noted author and editor Susan D. Mustafa, the book draws the reader in from the beginningfrom the tale of Jairos simple childhood to his very successful career in the Colombian Army and dramatic and extremely dangerous time in the Presidential Guard during two presidents; from the time he was forced to choose to leave his military career and his beloved Colombia for life as a poor immigrant in the United States, who, speaking no English, was forced into menial labor in a filthy environment in order to survive; from his humble determination to learn the English language and improve himself through education to his phenomenal graduation with honors from Albany Business College in Albany, New York; from his return to Colombia to be with his loved ones to creating his own family with the beautiful Anita who captured his heart at first sight; from the eventual move of his young family from a fairly prosperous but dangerous life in the unstable Colombia to a new beginning in Baton Rouge, Louisiana; from the professional trials that eventually led him from marginal success to his proud accomplishments with his family as a builder and developer that made him a millionaire. No Such Thing as Impossible is the compelling story of a courageous, compassionate man who has provided a wonderful example for his children, but also to his readers as he tells the astonishing tale of finding his way from very difficult circumstances to taking great joy in living the American dream. Simply put, this is a great and inspiring read.Sue Israel, author and editorBaton Rouge, LA===============================================2.This is the true story of a legal immigrant who came to the United States of America to seek his fortune not once, but twice. The first time he came, it was to better himself through higher education before returning to Colombia to become successful. The second time, he came with his family to begin a new life in a depressed economy in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.Jairo Álvarez persevered and became successful again, proving that the United States is truly the land of opportunity if you are willing to sacrifice and work hard for your dream. It helps that he had angels to help him along the way, but I believe he created those angels through his attitude. Any one chapter of this book could be a story in itself.John Frusha M.D.===============================================3.Jairo:I just finished reading your book. I found it inspirational and very emotional, wiping away the tears at several points. I know your intent was to get your story in writing for the benefit of your family and to help your designated charities. You've made a significant contribution to us all, documenting simple rules to live by combined with the level of faith and integrity required to overcome huge obstacles time and time again and still succeed. Best of all, through the Internet and mail-order, this vital advice is now available to any person in the world who chooses to take advantage of it. I have read many of the books on the suggested reading list in your book's appendix - I rank yours along with those others as equally important reading. Most of us haven't lived a life worthy of a book. You have.Stan PrutzEngineer BR.4.Jairo, I have already told you that I have been enjoying your book but as I have now finished it, I have to comment further.It was an amazing book! Many times in reading it, I found myself smiling, tearing up or associating feelings I've had with things that you wrote about. You have always been an inspiration to me but now, to know your past, your adversities and triumphs, this just magnifies my feelings. Your book is great but it's you and the way you live your life that make it so! I think of the time I was in your office, after my wife left and the words of encouragement that you had. You were right, as now God has brought Ashley into my life! Thank you, not just for your book but for the man that you are and for setting an example, not just for your family to live by but for anyone that is lucky enough to know you!! God Bless,Darron Leach - Policeman, BR.==============================================5. Jairo, I read your book on Sunday and it was incredible! I cant believe youve been through so much. I just want to hug you to make sure you are real! I was inspired by your spirit and encouraged to believe in the smallest of dreams. You are living proof that with a strong faith in God and the empowerment of knowledge that nada es imposible. Thank you for sharing your beautiful story. Love, Taylor Alexander===============================================6.Dear Jairo, With profound emotion I have read the presentation of your book. Really you are an example for every one that No Such Thing As Impossible. We admire you ha faith and desires for suppuration. Thank you very much for sharing with our organization the profits of the publication of the book. We learn from you every day we pass. We give thanks to the Lord for having you and your family. It is a gift that not every one can count with. Please receive a hog as indication of the gratitude of all the children that will benefit with your help. Maria Cristina Arango de Tobón7.Ana, I just wanted to let you know that I finished your Dad's book last night at about 10:30 PM. It was the most moving incredible book I have ever read. However, last night as I sat in my living room after all of my family had gone to bed I realized that your Father's book was meant for my best friend and co-worker who is like a sister to me. You see for the past three weeks she and her husband received a diagnosis of prostate cancer. They have been married for 24 years and I have watched my dear friend struggle with the decisions that need to be made very quickly as she supports her husband. He has decided to do surgery. It has been a tremendous strain on their family. As friends, we have talked many hours about this and you wish you could look into a crystal ball and know what the outcome would be if he did the radiation. This morning I told my friend that the book was meant to go to her and I highlighted the part on page 263."Jairo, I made a mistake that is going to cost my life," he told me. "I went for radiation and decided against a radical prostatectomy when cancer struck me. Eight years later, it is back." I cried as I read those words last night from weeks of not really knowing what to say or do for my dear friend. I gave the book to her this morning with a card. The book was a blessing from God at the perfect timing. I will also order the Lance Armstrong book for them as well just as your\Father suggested.May God Bless you and your wonderful family. Thank you! Cindy C. Insurance Agency8.Mr. Jairo,With tears in my eyes, I finished reading your book yesterday afternoon. It was AWESOME! What a wonderful, exciting life you have led. You are an inspiration to everyone who knows you. I have my copy here at the office and I would be honored if you would autograph it for me the next time you come in.Susie Dore Legal CLerk===============================================9.Jairo, I wanted to thank you for signing my book; I finished it last night and enjoyed the book very much. I know Sebastian forwarded you the email that I sent to him, but I wanted to personally tell you how much I enjoyed your story. So many times you could have taken the "easy" way out or just decided that things were "good enough" but you didn't...setting higher goals and tackling each challenge as they came. If only more people would have had and appreciated a father like yours. Lots of time you get caught up with all the negativity and depressing things in the world and you don't hear about the positive, inspiring stories that this world needs more often......about the good, honest, hard working people that actually succeed, overcoming many adversities and having happy endings....I know you admitted in the book that at times it was hard for you to "re-live" and tell some of the sad parts of you life, but thank you, your story needed to be told. It will be inspiration for many people, now and in the future. I'm glad to have met you and your family and will be praising your book to many family and friends. Thanks Again,Brett Blanchard - Engineer===============================================10.Mr. Alvarez, Just wanted to drop you a quick line and asking that you please tell your Dad from me that I started reading his book last night (stopped at page 87). I could not put it down because it was so interesting and well written (stayed up till 11:30 reading). I cannot wait to finish it tonight. I told my Dad all about it and he wants to read it over the holidays next week. Please tell him from me that I am thoroughly enjoying it!!! How exciting!Beth Allen Legal Clerk===============================================11.Jairo:I remember the first time I met you. It was at a Metro 3 Zoning Advisory Board meeting. As we questioned you about your proposal on Perkins, I thought to myself, "This man is taking this like a personal attack on his character. Why does he think we're attacking him?"Now that I have read your book, I understand. Your life has been a continuous struggle to prove your honor! And I am amazed and impressed at how well you have done that in so many situations! You are a remarkable man!Mr. Jairo, thank you for writing this book, and thank you for letting me know about it. I take inspiration from your story. I believe a man's honor is his most important asset, and I strive in my own life to achieve this. However, I have never, nor do I hope to ever, faced such challenges to my honor as you have faced. And you have succeeded each time! I am proud to consider you my friend.Steven Deist - Entrepreneur===============================================12.Mr. Alvarez:By the way, we returned from Vegas last night. I had a chance to read your dad's book on the plane. It was fantastic! I am a pretty avid reader and can honestly say it was one of the best books I've read in a very long time. In fact, my mother-in-law saw me reading it and asked about it, so I told her the story. She asked to borrow it when I was done. I brought it with me to work to bring it by your office one day to get your dad to autograph it. I will treasure it always. Chandel McDonald - Attorney===============================================

SUMMARY OF THE BOOK
No Such Thing as Impossible -From Adversity to Triumph It is the inspiring autobiography of Jairo Alvarez-Botero, a seventy two years old Colombian immigrant and businessman who is living proof that the American dream is not a myth. Written with author Susan D. Mustafa, this memoir chronicles Jairos journey from a potato farm in the Andean mountains of South America to becoming one of the largest home builder and developer in Louisiana.In Colombia, Jairo rose through the ranks of the Army to live a dream as a member of the elite Presidential Guard. Trained to fight guerillas in the tropical jungle, Jairo would eventually have to put all of his survival instincts into action as a spy for Colombian Army. He soon found himself unwittingly involved with dissidents who were planning a coup against the president to re-establish the dictatorship in Colombia and change the course of Colombia history. His patriotic actions force him to leave, on a military cargo air plane, the country he loved.Jairo arrived in the United States at the age of twenty-five with one hundred dollars in his pocket and unable to speak a word of English. Day after day, he practiced the words in his English dictionary on a statue of Moses in Washington Park in Albany, New York. Within three-and-a-half years, he had learned the language well enough to earn an honors degree from the Albany Business College. He went back to his native Colombia in order to form a family and several years later came back to USA in order to give his family the same opportunities to live the American dream. After years spent struggling, including several business failures, Jairo with his family beside him, finally became the largest builder and developer of Louisiana. Today, he is an Olympic gold medalist in cycling, cancer survivor, philanthropist and artist who dedicate part of his good fortune to help several charity organizations in the United States and Colombia. Jairo is the main character of his book. However the life of his father and mother is also chronicled. Other main characters include his wife, Anita and children Carlos Mario, Ana Marcela and Sebastian. All of these characters are important to the theme of his book because these people are the reason that Jairo became such a success. This book will appeal to readers on several levels. It will appeal to many for family values it portrays throughout the narrative. It will appeal to anyone who strives to have a better life because it chronicles a lifetime of struggle to achieve the American Dream. It will appeal to anyone who has experienced a struggle with cancer or who has a child who has been helped by Saint Jude Childrens Research Hospital. It will appeal to anyone who is searching for a little inspiration in their lives. This book is for young, old, male, female, immigrant or native, basically anyone that looks for inspiration about how to live a better and more successful life. No Such Thing as Impossible is the chronicle of his rise to success against incredible odds. This is a story of the American dream, that same dream that has always attracted people by the millions to North American shores. It is a story of sorrow, of courage, of fear, of death. It is a story of persistence and survival, love and happiness. It is a story of hope. Jairo Álvarez Boteros life is a reminder to all that there truly is no such thing as impossible.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
BOOK AWARDS AND AUTHOR RECOGNITIONSSpanish and English Editions·The English version received the INDIE AWARD-Finalist Motivational Biography 2008.·The English edition was accepted to participate in the Pulitzer Prize Biography 2009.·On July 14th 2008 the President of Colombia Dr. Álvaro Uribe Vélez wrote to the author: The lesson of sacrifice and perseverance of your life shows that for Colombians there is No Such Thing As Impossible.·On July 22, 2008, the author was invited to the White House by President George W. Bush.·The author received in 2009 the Award, Colombia Is Passion -The Exemplary Colombian Overseas - from President Álvaro Uribe Vélez who said to the Colombian Nation: Many thanks to Mr. Jairo Álvarez, one of the bastions of our democracy, (President Alberto Lleras Camargo), observe this ceremony from heaven and make a gesture of gratitude for your contribution to preserve our democracy in moments of risk. ·The author received in 2009 Medal of Military Merit General Gustavo Rojas Pinilla.·The author received in 2009 from Mayor of The City of Miami, Florida certificate as Distinguished Visitor at the Colombo American Chamber of Commerces Conference.·The author received in 2009 The Medallion Escuela Militar de Cadetes General José María Córdoba.·The author received in 2009 The Golden Medal from the International Association of Poets and Spanish Writers. ·The author received in 2009 the Golden Plume from the International Association of Poets and Spanish Writers. ·The author received in 2009 the Award Orgullo Hispano, by the Community of Central Florida.·The author received the Award The Voluntary of the year - 2009 by Saint Jude Childrens Research Hospital from Memphis, Tennessee, for his program SAINT JUDE DREAM HOME, helping to collect over 13 millions of dollars to help children with cancer and to find a cure for the disease. ·In April 2009 Jairos biography was included in the book: Industry Achievers - A collection of inspirational stories from Business and Industry greats of today and yesterday -, published by Business and Industry Conection BIC. ·The author received the Colombian distinction: The 2009 Outstanding Colombian Citizen of The Word, representing USA with the company of one from Italy, Spain, Chile and Canada. ·The author has been named Honorary Member of Friends of Spanish Studies by the Louisiana State University. LSU. ·The English version has been accepted to the competition EMMA Award -2009 - Life time achievement -.·The author has been named member of the Board of Directors of the Spanish Business and Leadership Institute of The Southeastern Louisiana University, SLU. Louisiana. ·When the author received the award El Colombiano Exemplary Colombian Colombia is Passion- the former president Belisario Betancourt told the author: Congratulation, I know your book by heart.·The retired Brigadier General diplomatic and actual Ambassador from Colombia to Cuba and classmate of author at the Military Academy Julio Londoño Paredes, wrote to the author in reference to the speech to the nation by President Álvaro Uribe Vélez:To very few Colombians the President has given so many honors. Also, what for you, your family and your friends is fundamental, it took 50 years for the country to recognize for what you did for her. That is the only thing I am sorry but at the same time it allows me to think that we are open road for a new country. I did not congratulate you only, we congratulate all each other.·Sept. 12, 2009, the author received from the Colombian Ambassador in Washington the National Award Colombian Footprint Abroad for his book and commendable actions. ·Nationally and internationally the book has been subject of hundreds of articles in news papers and interviews in radio and TV, including the international programs Al Punto with Jorge Ramos, and Despierta America de Univision. ·The author has presented the book at countless conferences in a number of universities and enterprises nationally and internationally. Also to the National Assemblies of FENALCO and CAMACOL in Colombia. ·The book, English Edition, has been considered for a movie. ·The Book, Spanish Edition, has been selected as text to the students of Spanish Studies at the institute: Lycee Notre Dame du Roc in the city of La Roche Sur Yon in France.·The English edition has been accepted to compete for 2010 William Saroyan International Prize of Stanford University.

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