My name is Dennise Pacheco, owner of Rapido Cleaning Services LLC. I am a proud mother of two handsome boys and they are my motivation, DJ 16 and AJ 13. I’m very passionate about everything that I do, and I love to travel and going to spend time with my family in Puerto Rico.
Q: Tell us about yourself, including a little bit about where you grew up, your education, your family, interests, passions, and career?
I was born in Puerto Rico, and was young when my mother and siblings moved to the area in 2003. I learned English in 10 months. I graduated high school and have went on to accomplish more degrees and certificates. I worked as a teacher for 2 years and then decided I wanted to try something different, I worked as an optician for about 3 years, Spanish translator for about 2 years, and as an optometric technician for about 9 years. I was an excellent employee with many references before I decided to invest in myself. I decided to start on this new journey that thanks to God it has been the best decision I have ever made. My small business has allowed me to be present for the important events in my families lives, especially spending more time with my mom, who was just diagnosed with breast cancer and that made me look at life totally different. I love that I am able to make my clients happy. I love being able to help by cleaning their home/ business and also giving them a peace of mind knowing that they don’t have to worry about doing any housekeeping after a long day. I love working while balancing life with two very active teenagers. I take pride in my work and I’m happy to see the results not just in my clients but in my family as well.
Q: How long have you lived or worked in The Golden Strip?
I have been in the area since 2003, but I have been working in the area for the past 3 years.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
That I would like to learn other languages.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in The Golden Strip?
I have met so many great and interesting people in the area that is super hard to choose just one person, they are all very inspiring and unique in their own way.
Q: What current / former local business makes you the most nostalgic about The Golden Strip?
Five Forks Vision, my previous job. I love Dr Gordon Johnson as he is a great person and I learned a lot from him.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about The Golden Strip?
That everyone welcomes you and make you feel like family! I love that!
Q: With so much growth in our area, there are always new places popping up. Tell us about the a “new to you” place that you recently tried.
I recently tried Tamarindo Latino Cuisine and it had great food and great customer service.
Q: What 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME or NEIGHBOR?
Family, Peace and Unity.
Q: If you had friends or family visiting you from out of town, what is the one place that you must take them to?
I would love to take them to downtown Greenville to eat and shop at local restaurants and stores, and also so they enjoy the view of Falls Park on the Reedy.
Q: If you had a free day with no plans, what would you do? Or where can we find you on the weekends?
A day with no plans it’s a day to relax and to spend with my loved ones. On the weekends, depending on the weather, we may stay local go eat at the Latinos Restaurant in Simpsonville or travel for some fun.
Q: If you were cast into a major motion picture and had your choice of anyone to be your co-star, who would you choose?
Tyler Perry because his story inspires me to never give up and always believe.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
I would love to travel the world and be able to enjoy and learn about different cultures.
Q: What advice would you give to a crowd of people?
To always follow their dreams, never settle and enjoy your family as much as you can.
Q: Who would you like to see nominated for this project, The Faces of The Golden Strip?
Cinthia Tamayo/Thomas Acosta
