STANTON, CA, November 26, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Sanjuana De La Torre has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Ms. De La Torre has established a notable reputation as the owner of Golden Touch Auto Center in Stanton, California, where she has demonstrated unwavering commitment and expertise for more than 40 years. Joining her husband, Mehdi Motadi, who founded the company in 1979, she has been instrumental in the business's growth and operational excellence. From the outset of their marriage, Ms. De La Torre played an active role in developing the business while raising their three sons. Over time, she assumed increasing responsibility across all facets of operations, motivated by a desire to support her family, honor her husband's legacy and create a service-focused workplace.

Among a range of daily responsibilities, Ms. De La Torre is actively engaged in all aspects of the business's daily operations, from reviewing files, delivering items to designated recipients and performing pickups to communicating with customers, coordinating with insurance representatives and washing vehicles, she ensures all tasks are completed to the highest standard. Recognized for upholding promises and deadlines, she has contributed significantly to the company's strong reputation for reliability and customer satisfaction.

Lauded for her ability to innovate within a traditionally male-dominated field, Ms. De La Torre has led Golden Touch Auto Center through significant advancements, including the acquisition of one of Orange County's largest spray booths and the attainment of multiple industry certifications. These milestones have positioned her as a leader and role model for women in the automotive services industry.

Ms. De La Torre's academic background includes a master's degree in accounting and business law earned in Mexico in 1987. This advanced education provided her with a strong foundation in financial management and legal compliance, which has been integral to her success as a business owner. Ms. De La Torre's expertise is further supported by multiple automotive industry certifications, reflecting her commitment to maintaining high standards of service and technical proficiency.

Ms. De La Torre has been a dedicated leader and board member of Each One Teach One (EOTO), guided by the belief that providing basic necessities is essential to empowering children living in poverty. She has played a vital role in expanding EOTO's local and international programs, helping deliver shoes, school supplies, food, and short-term housing assistance to thousands of underserved children and families in Southern California. Her leadership supports initiatives such 'as Kicks 4 Kids, which distributes more than 1,000 new pairs of shoes each year, along with large backpack and school supply drives serving students from the Anaheim Union School District, Boys and Girls Club, and various community nonprofits. She also helps organize local food drives and community events that create safe, supportive spaces for children.

Internationally, Ms. De La Torre has been instrumental in assisting children in Mexico, India, and Africa. After volunteering in Nairobi and helping raise funds for a school bus, food, sanitary items, clothing, backpacks, shoes, and undergarments, she developed a deep bond with the children there and continues to return to support them personally. As a board member, she is committed to building meaningful relationships between donors and the children EOTо serves and ensuring that every contribution makes a lasting difference. She believes strongly in teaching her own children the value of generosity and compassion, and she hopes her legacy will continue through their commitment to helping underprivileged children both locally and around the world.

Recognizing her success, Ms. De La Torre has received several honors, including being named the Stanton Citizen of the Year at the 2025 Americana Awards by the Cypress College Foundation and Cypress College. She attributes her professional accomplishments to her passion, love for her work, honesty, integrity and faith. She values transparency with customers and insurance companies while fostering a family-like environment among employees. Ms. De La Torre's dedication to helping others and her family's support have been key factors in sustaining her long-term success.

Looking ahead, Ms. De La Torre intends to expand Golden Touch Auto Center by adding repairs for big rigs or 18-wheelers, an initiative that would make her the first female in Southern California to offer such specialized services. She also plans to continue innovating within the industry by expanding the business footprint through property acquisition and earning additional certifications while inspiring other women to break barriers in automotive services. Ms. De La Torre's ongoing commitment to philanthropy remains central as she maintains a family-oriented culture within her organization.

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