Velázquez introduces bill to expand economic opportunity in P.R.
June 21, 2019
U.S. House Small Business Committee Chairwoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) has introduced H.R. 3372, the Small Business Contracting Credit Act of 2019, a bill to incentivize contracting opportunities for small businesses in Puerto Rico. Velázquez’s bill would increase economic opportunity by spurring investment in local businesses and projects. The bill is cosponsored by Congressman Gilbert […]
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Registration opens for FCCA Cruise Conference & Trade Show to be held in San Juan
June 20, 2019
Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association, the trade association that represents the mutual interests of Caribbean and Latin American destinations and stakeholders along with cruise ship lines that operate 95% of the global capacity, announced that registration is open for the 26th annual FCCA Cruise Conference & Trade Show. Taking place in San Juan from Oct. 21-25, it […]
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Scrub Island Resort partners with Coldwell Banker to sell 5 luxury villas
June 20, 2019
Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, a AAA Four Diamond resort in the British Virgin Islands, has teamed up with real estate brokers Coldwell Banker BVI to sell five new luxury villas. With expansive views of the Caribbean’s turquoise waters and surrounding islands, the five private villa estates range from two to six bedrooms and […]
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T-Mobile launches new bid to lure customers from competition
June 19, 2019
T-Mobile Puerto Rico has launched its latest marketing campaign to lure new customers from the competition, by having them test drive its 600MHz LTE network for 14 days, or it will pay them to go back to their former carriers. The effort includes five spots featuring stories that narrate everyday situations where the protagonists are […]
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AC Hotel San Juan-Condado by Marriott to open new $590K meeting space
June 19, 2019
The AC Hotel San Juan-Condado by Marriott’s expansion plans are moving forward, with the July opening of its new meeting and event space, which entailed a $590,000 investment. Hotel officials announced that the new facilities will have capacity for 100 people during social activities or up to 70 for meetings, depending on the event. Cindy […]
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Tourism Co. sponsors 2nd ‘Voy Turisteando’ fair in Ponce
June 18, 2019
The Puerto Rico Tourism Company, in keeping with its commitment to inform about the diversity of options available to all residents so that “Puerto Rico is always our best vacation,” will hold its second “Voy Turisteando” event. On June 22, the agency will highlight the tourist spots along the island’s so-called Porta Caribe region, which […]
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Burlington opening store at Plaza Las Américas in the Fall
June 18, 2019
Empresas Fonalledas announced that Burlington Stores will open a new store this fall, at the former ToysRUs location at the entrance of the Plaza Las Américas mall. The 60,000 square-foot store will be Burlington’s 12th location in Puerto Rico. Burlington’s updated store design will allow for a “fresh, simple and attractive shopping experience for customers, […]
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Ford Motorcraft announces competition for auto mechanics students
June 18, 2019
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 […]
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Nuestra Escuela Students create new space for agricultural production
June 18, 2019
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 […]
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JetBlue Foundation enlightens students about aviation careers at LMM Airport
June 17, 2019
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 […]
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San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino’s owner hosts visit of Chinese investors
June 17, 2019
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 […]
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FirstBank’s 1Éxito program announces last day to apply
June 14, 2019
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 […]
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Metropol restaurant opens its doors at the Luis Muñiz Marín Int’l Airport
June 14, 2019
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 […]
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Wilma Vázquez Hospital to serve Molina Healthcare Vital Plan patients
June 13, 2019
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 […]
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KOI IXS wins 4 awards for digital pieces produced in P.R.
June 13, 2019
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 […]
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