To raise awareness and put a spotlight on the impact that cyber-crimes have on the daily operations of a company, the Puerto Rico Society of CPAs (CPAs) recently hosted the 10th edition of its cyberforum focusing on having a cyber security culture. “Facing the new year 2022, we must strengthen cybersecurity knowledge and strategies in […]
The U.S. Small Business Administration Puerto Rico & US Virgin Islands District graduated 29 companies from its Emerging Leaders program for Puerto Rico entrepreneurs, completing the fifth cycle of the mini-MBA training series. Virtual cohorts were offered to entrepreneurs across the island, with virtual cohorts based in San Juan and, for the second time, Ponce. […]
Triple-S stockholders approved the merger with GuideWell Mutual Holding Corporation, a health solutions company and parent of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida, Triple-S Management Corp. announced. The approval comes nearly four months after the companies announced the deal through which GuideWell will acquire all the outstanding shares of Triple-S Management common stock for […]
In a letter to the Puerto Rico Legislature, Tom Sanzillo, director of Financial Analysis at the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA), urged the House and Senate to reevaluate the ongoing bidding process to privatize operations of the island’s power plants. “We have observed the flaws in the privatization processes of LUMA Energy and […]
The Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC in Spanish), announced the launch of several initiatives aimed specifically at local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the purpose to provide capital for the development of several commercial activities that promote economic growth and jobs. These funding programs were announced during the Expo Desarrollo Pymes, an […]
Starting today, Puerto Rico-based small and mid-sized businesses will be able to request an incentive for up to $25,000 to install green energy systems through the Department of Economic Development and Commerce’s (DDEC, in Spanish) Apoyo Energético website. The registry closed on Dec. 10 with more than 70 SMEs signing up to provide services to […]
The YouTube Shorts Creators Fund, a $100 million initiative aimed at rewarding creators who publish unique and original Shorts for their contributions, will be available in Puerto Rico starting this month, the company announced. Anyone can participate in the fund by creating one-of-a-kind Shorts for the YouTube community, if they meet the eligibility requirements, including […]
Chef Ventura Vivoni will combine forces with a group of local food producers at the Mercado de Alimentos Santurce, World Central Kitchen’s food market in San Juan, on Dec. 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Starting at 11 a.m., Vivoni will host a live cooking demonstration using fresh ingredients from the market “to give […]
Corcoran Group, LLC announced the continuation of its global expansion by adding its newest affiliate and entrance into Puerto Rico with the launch of Corcoran Puerto Rico. The Corcoran Group President Pamela Liebman said the event “represents yet another milestone in the firm’s expansion and perfectly complements its growing Caribbean footprint.” The affiliate is led […]
The Association of Puerto Rican Shopping Centers (ACCP) announced that since May, 234,963 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in 13 of its partner shopping centers. These vaccination efforts have been carried out in conjunction with VOCES and other private entities. “In our commitment to continue working hand in hand with the government […]
Liberty Puerto Rico’s home and mobile internet customers now have access to special benefits, promotions and events through the company’s new platform, Acceso Liberty. To celebrate its launch, Acceso Liberty will give Liberty customers an exclusive opportunity to purchase tickets for Bad Bunny’s two sold out shows at the Hiram Bithorn Stadium in San Juan […]
Nationwide Planning Associates Inc. — an investment firm based in Paramus, N.J. — completed the consolidation of an experienced team of financial advisers to continue expanding its business and client portfolio in Puerto Rico. The team’s financial advisers have an average professional experience of 23 years, the company said. At present, Nationwide Planning has 39 […]
To accelerate scientific and technological activity on the Island and spur the exchange of knowledge in the local scientific and technology community, the Forward Research and Innovation Summit returns in a virtual edition Dec. 10, 2021. The free event, organized by the Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust, will feature more than 20 international […]
The Hampton Inn & Suites San Juan hotel’s annual fundraising effort collected $47,500, which it will donate to seven nonprofits in Puerto Rico through an agreement with the Puerto Rico Community Foundation, executives announced. The Foundation will select the recipients. The hotel has been donating funds to local entities since 2015, and so far, has […]
FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., confirmed it is once again ready to support customers in Puerto Rico during this holiday season, which is expected to meet or exceed the “unprecedented” 2020 season, as online shopping and e-commerce continues to grow. “Given the recent growth of online sales in the island, and the arrival […]
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