Entrepreneur and athlete urges leaders and citizens to apply lessons of discipline and consistency to real estate, trading, and everyday life
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO / ACCESS Newswire / October 1, 2025 / In a recent feature, entrepreneur and athlete Jacobo Husny Hanono shared how his background in international marathons, Ironman competitions, and cycling has shaped his career in real estate development and trading. He is now using that platform to raise awareness about the importance of applying endurance and community focus to business and civic life.
"I ran many international marathons, and I also did Ironman competitions," Husny Hanono explained. "Those experiences taught me that consistency is everything. You don't panic when things get hard. You focus on the next mile, the next brick, the next decision."
The Business of Building Communities
Husny Hanono currently serves on the board of UMD, a community taxi app in Mexico that provides safer and more reliable transport options. He sees it as a model of how businesses can grow while also solving everyday problems.
"For me, UMD wasn't only about business," he said. "It was about solving a problem we all saw every day. Numbers matter, but so do lives. If you can improve daily life, that's real impact."
Transportation access is a global challenge. According to the World Bank, over 1 billion people worldwide lack reliable transport, affecting job opportunities, healthcare access, and education. Apps like UMD represent one way local solutions can bridge those gaps.
Endurance as a Strategy for Life
Husny Hanono believes lessons from athletics carry over into business and personal life. "When you're running a marathon, you learn about limits-both yours and others'," he explained. "That's how I see real estate and trading. These are long races, and the discipline to stay steady makes the difference."
Studies support this link. Research published in the Journal of Applied Psychology found that endurance athletes often exhibit higher resilience, which translates into better long-term decision-making in leadership roles.
Philanthropy and Small Steps That Matter
Beyond business, Husny Hanono has donated to institutions in both Mexico and Israel. He believes philanthropy works best when it mirrors the discipline of training. "Helping others is not about one big gesture," he said. "It's about many small, consistent actions."
According to the OECD, consistent small contributions from communities account for nearly 40% of charitable giving worldwide, proving that collective endurance has measurable results.
What People Can Do
Husny Hanono stresses that endurance and community action are not limited to athletes or entrepreneurs. "I see myself as a student for life," he said. "There's always more to learn, and the next challenge is never far away."
Individuals can adopt his approach by:
Setting long-term goals in small, manageable steps.
Supporting community-based projects that solve local problems.
Practicing consistency-whether in personal health, financial education, or civic participation.
As Husny Hanono puts it, "The finish line only comes after thousands of small steps. If we all take those steps, together, we can change lives."
About Jacobo Husny Hanono
Jacobo Husny Hanono, born in Mexico City, is an entrepreneur with experience in real estate development and trading. He has competed in international marathons, cycling events, swimming competitions, and Ironman races. Beyond business, he is an avid backgammon player, Formula 1 fan, and supporter of Huichol and resin-based art. He serves on the board of UMD, a community-focused taxi app in Mexico, and is committed to philanthropy through donations to institutions in Mexico and Israel.
Contact: info@jacobyhusnyhanono.com
SOURCE: Jacobo Husny Hanono
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