Ford Motorcraft, with the support of its authorized dealers, Alcalde Auto Parts and The Parts House, announced a competition for auto mechanics students, to continue contributing to the development and education of students in Puerto Rico’s automotive industry. The “Motorcraft Challenge,” whose open call is June 17-20, consists of two stages, in which participants will […]
Students of the alternative and personalized education organization, Nuestra Escuela in Caguas, over the weekend began an agricultural project at a farm in the mountain town of Orocovis. A group of students and teachers that founded Nuestra Escuela and members of the Toro Negro community, started the sowing of some 5,000 sweet potato seeds, which […]
The JetBlue Foundation, in collaboration with the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals, recently sponsored a visit by ACE Academy students to the Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan to introduce them to available aviation careers. Students from different regions of the island visited JetBlue’s Carolina operations from June 10-14. The initiative introduces aviation […]
To promote investment in the hospitality sector, the San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino and its owner Jun Zhang, recently invited 30 investors from China to explore economic development opportunities and incentives for Puerto Rico’s tourism sector. The group visited La Fortaleza and participated in the “Puerto Rico Hospitality & Tourism Industry: Investment Opportunities […]
After successfully training 70 business owners late last year, FirstBank and INprende announced the return of the 1Éxito program, a partnership designed to train and develop entrepreneurs, with the goal of helping small businesses already in operation across the island grow stronger. Those interested in participating in the free training sessions have until today to […]
With an investment of $1.3 million and the creation of 70 jobs, the Metropol restaurant has opened at the Luis Muñoz Marín Airport, operator Management Group Investor announced. It is the first restaurant of the Metropol chain that will operate under the franchise concept. It spans 5,000 square feet and has a capacity to seat […]
Beneficiaries from the government of Puerto Rico’s Vital Plan affiliated to Molina Healthcare of Puerto Rico, now will have direct access to the services offered by Wilma N. Vázquez Hospital in Vega Baja, after an agreement reached between the two organizations. “We continue to strengthen and expand our provider network in the government’s health plan […]
Marketing technology consultancy firm, KOI IXS, won two gold, a silver and a bronze SME Digital Awards granted by the Sales and Marketing Association of Puerto Rico during its recent summit. The event, which recognizes the best practices in the use of the internet as part of marketing, publicity and public relations campaigns carried out […]
FirstBank, represented by its Community Reinvestment Unit, received a recognition from nonprofit organization Habitat for Humanity of Puerto Rico for its commitment and collaboration with the development of housing rehabilitation programs designed for individuals who have been socio-economically disadvantaged in past years. “Our alliance with Habitat for Humanity of Puerto Rico has enabled us to […]
The Department of Education and telecommunications service provider Claro announced a collaborative partnership through which 30 high school students will participate in the company’s “Internado Claro” professional internship program. The initiative seeks to provide “valuable experience” in the field of study the students have chosen in their vocational school. Students will work during the summer […]
San Patricio Village in Guaynabo, home to Wilo Eatery & Bar and Bottles restaurants, and a number of other eateries for all tastes, has launched the #FoodieSanPatricioVillage campaign to highlight the culinary and gastronomic experiences available in the retail complex. Restaurants Wilo Eatery & Bar, Bottles, Chophouse, Cayo Caribe, Ikebana, Chili’s, Romano’s Macaroni Grill, LongHorn […]
Ascend Hospice, a hospice and palliative care provider with offices in seven states, is extending its services into and across Puerto Rico with the acquisition of Grace Hospice, based in San Juan. The financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed. “Ascend Hospice is dedicated to providing innovative, quality hospice and palliative care to the […]
Actor, songwriter and lyricist Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Puerto Rico Tourism Co. and Discover Puerto Rico, released the complete series of short videos for the Internet entitled “Discover Puerto Rico with Lin-Manuel,” in which he invites people to visit the island. The eight-episode series focuses on Puerto Rico as a world-class artistic, cultural and gastronomic destination, […]
Fortiflex Inc. announced it will move its entire production line to ALPLA Caribe’s plant in Guayama, after a strategic alliance reached after Hurricane María struck will now lead to a 10-year agreement, company officials said. Fortiflex Inc. was founded in 1976 and is known in the Caribbean and in Central America for a product portfolio […]
Connect 2021 will be held in Puerto Rico, bringing together more than 3,500 planners, suppliers and other industry leaders for three days of networking, face-to-face meetings, education, receptions and more. Also, it is expected to generate approximately 10,000 room nights on the island, organizers said. “We’re thrilled to host Connect 2021 and have the opportunity […]
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