P.R. Trade and Export opens call for 2nd Innova program cycle
March 3, 2020
Looking to promote business innovation, the Puerto Rico Trade and Export Company and the INprende business organization have announced the second call for the Puerto Rico Innova program, an initiative that seeks to empower future entrepreneurs. The initiative seeks to help up-and-coming businesses with high potential for expansion and development, Secretary of Economic Development and […]
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P.R Wire Group marks 65 years in the island’s construction industry
March 3, 2020
What once began as a looped bar tie manufacturer is now a key player in the island’s construction industry, selling heavy and light equipment. It recently celebrated its 65 years of doing business on the island, along with suppliers, clients, employees and friends at its headquarters in Bayamón. Puerto Rico Wire Products Inc. was established […]
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Triple-S Management Corp. has received 45 earthquake-related claims
March 2, 2020
Triple-S Management Corp. has received 45 earthquake-related claims and expects losses of approximately $8.5 million to its property and casualty line of business, company CEO Bobby García confirmed upon revealing the latest quarterly results. In a call with analysts to discuss the fourth quarter results, García said the numbers for its Triple-S Propiedad division breaks […]
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New St.Gría cocktail line breaks the mold with unique flavor combinations
March 2, 2020
Sangria lovers are about to get a taste of a new line of the popular cocktail, St.Gria, produced by a husband and wife team that have concocted three unique flavor combinations that blend fresh juices, teas and spices. The first batch of the St.Gría line, which has been in the development and tasting stage for […]
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Mercy Corps turns vulnerable communities into ‘Resilience Centers’
March 2, 2020
Thirteen out of the 17 Community Resilience Centers developed by Mercy Corps with the sponsorship of Walmart Puerto Rico, met for the first time over the weekend to celebrate achievements, share learnings and continue preparing for the possibility of a future natural disaster while leveraging on their assets to develop their local economy. The Resilience […]
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‘STEM en tu Pueblo’ arrives in Ponce
March 2, 2020
With the interest of providing informal STEM learning activities to children and youth in the most affected areas of the southwest, the Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust and its STEM Education Program created the initiative, “STEM en tu Pueblo,” with the support of the Angel Ramos Foundation to make it available to educators […]
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Op-Ed: How do you create a culture of innovation?
March 2, 2020
Creating a culture of innovation is one of the most important things a company can do to ensure that it continues to evolve and prosper. But the right environment must exist for bright minds to continue presenting intelligent ideas that solve customer problems. These are the three key ingredients to help create a culture of […]
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STK San Juan’s cocktail menu features Premium Spirits Collection
March 2, 2020
Destilería Serrallés Inc., producer of Puerto Rico’s premium rum Don Q, and La Cava de Serrallés presented its exclusive cocktail menu featuring several brands from the Premium Spirits Collection at STK San Juan. Since its inception in 2018, the Serrallés Premium Spirits Collection program has collaborated with high-profile restaurants on the island offering unique cocktail […]
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AGCPR presents new board for ’20, chairman unveils roadmap
March 2, 2020
The Puerto Rico Chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America (AGCPR) recently presented its Board of Directors for 2020, chaired by Umberto J. Donato. In his inauguration message to members and top government officials, Donato unveiled the trade group’s work plan for 2020, which focuses on disaster recovery and reconstruction-related initiatives and projects after […]
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Nestlé Professional pours $1.5M into P.R. to grow coffee market
February 28, 2020
Nestlé Professional announced today that it has placed its newest Nescafé coffee equipment in 78 Wendy’s restaurants throughout Puerto Rico, representing a $1.5 million investment in the bean-to-cup coffee dispensers that will offer a variety of options to consumers. At the push of a button, the bean-to-cup brewer grinds whole beans, then brews and dispenses […]
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U.S. Census Bureau surveyors to begin visiting P.R. homes on Mar. 15
February 28, 2020
U.S. Census Bureau surveyors will begin visiting Puerto Rico homes starting Mar. 15, inviting residents to participate in the assessment that takes place every 10 years, said Jeff Behler, director of the U.S. Census Bureau’s New York Regional Office. During a joint press conference with the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics, he said during the […]
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Perspectivas Globales program has $100K for new startup in P.R.
February 28, 2020
Accelerator program for emerging companies, Perspectivas Globales in Mayagüez, has opened the call for Puerto Rican entrepreneurs and technologists to participate in its 2020 New Startup Competition, which will grant $100,000 in seed funding for a new company to be founded by the competition’s winners. During the competition, participants will begin to define what their […]
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P.R. Manufacturing Extension launches 1st ‘Smart Talent’ program
February 28, 2020
Puerto Rico Manufacturing Extension Inc. (PRiMEX) launched its “Smart Talent” — Certification: Talent management and development program to develop a new approach for local entrepreneurs to effectively attract, retain and engage talent. Through the systemic approach to certification, the participant will be able to gain the ability to manage their talents, impacting their business either […]
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Sacred Heart, MIT offer internship opportunity for students interested in Science
February 28, 2020
Sacred Heart University, in partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), will offer a pre-college program for high school students interested in pursuing a career in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), with an emphasis on neuroscience, the universities announced. The program is aimed at public and private school students with a minimum GPA […]
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Global alliance of legal firms celebrate educational summit in the Caribbean
February 28, 2020
Being at the top of global trends in economics and politics, and raising awareness about the importance of accelerating strategic collaborations to be relevant, were some of the aspects that were discussed during the first Meritas summit held in Puerto Rico, the main global alliance of firms of independent lawyers who work collaboratively to provide […]
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