Youth entrepreneurship program Lemonade Day slated for June 12
March 22, 2021
Lemonade Day Puerto Rico is now accepting registrations from students wanting to operate their own business and earn their own money to participate in the third edition of the program to be held June 12, 2021 throughout the island. Registration is free for participants of Lemonade Day to learn how to: set up and operate […]
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Convention District to host financial assistance orientation for entertainment workers
March 22, 2021
Show promoters, artists, theater operators, among other entertainment industry professionals may qualify for financial assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration, for which the Convention District Authority will be hosting an orientation session on how those who lost income due to COVID-19 may get aid. The orientation session will take place Mar. 24, at 9 […]
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SBA opens page for Shuttered Venue Operators Grant applications
March 22, 2021
The U.S. Small Business Administration is launching a splash page for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) application page in anticipation of opening applications for the critical economic relief program on April 8, 2021. “Help is here for venue operators hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. The SBA has worked diligently to build the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program […]
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Housing Dept. breaks ground on $25.6M elderly housing complex in Humacao
March 19, 2021
The Puerto Rico Housing Department announced the start of the construction of Hogar Manuel Mediavilla Negrón III, a $25.6 million project of new and accessible housing for the elderly in the northeastern town of Humacao. The project’s financing includes $8.6 million in federal funds from the CDBG-DR Gap Program for Low Income Housing Tax Credits, […]
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Thoma Bravo submits $2.4B acquisition offer for data firm Talend
March 19, 2021
Private equity investment firm Thoma Bravo, a firm focused on the software and technology-enabled services sectors, announced the acquisition of Talend, a data integration and data integrity company, in a deal worth $2.4 billion. Thoma Bravo intends to begin a tender offer to acquire all of Talend’s outstanding ordinary shares and American Depositary Shares, for […]
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HMS Ferries looks to add 3 vessels to Maritime Transportation Authority fleet
March 19, 2021
HMS Ferries, the company selected in November 2020 to operate the Maritime Transportation Authority’s ferry service through a public-private partnership, said it is identifying three additional cargo vessels to add to the Ceiba-Vieques-Culebra routes, which in recent weeks has been in crisis mode. The company, which has yet to formally take over the service — […]
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Puerto Rico’s 2nd BurgerFi location opens; 4 more planned
March 19, 2021
The second location of gourmet burger chain BurgerFi has opened in Plaza Caparra in Guaynabo, following a $1 million investment. The restaurant joins the first to open a year ago, when the chain made its local debut. The Plaza Caparra fast-casual concept spans 1,800 square feet, including two outdoor eating areas and a bar, said […]
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Hilton appoints new GM to lead Caribe Hilton; Torres promoted
March 19, 2021
Hilton hotels announced the appointment of Sharilyn Toko as general manager of the 652-room Caribe Hilton in San Juan, the company’s first hotel to open outside of the continental US in 1949 and “birthplace of the piña colada.” With more than three decades of hospitality experience, Toko joins the Caribe Hilton team following a year of […]
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Public relations professionals launch educational campaign
March 19, 2021
Under the slogan, “Porque Ser Relacionista es cosa seria,” the Puerto Rico Public Relations Professionals Association (ARPPR, by its Spanish acronym), launched its new campaign seeking to educate about the role of public relations professionals, reaffirm the importance of having a licensed public relations practitioner to develop and execute communications efforts, and promote compliance with […]
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USDA doubles Revolving Fund Program funding limits
March 19, 2021
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that it is increasing funding limits for loans financed under the Revolving Fund Program to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects in rural America. This increase is in line with provisions in the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 Farm Bill), said Luis R. García, acting state director […]
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GenTrust Puerto Rico empowers women to be proactive in financial management
March 19, 2021
To celebrate Women’s Month, GenTrust Puerto Rico this week gathered more than 50 women leaders and entrepreneurs in a virtual event designed to create financial awareness and encourage participants to take actions that will lead to their financial wellness. Hosted by GenTrust Principal Elena Hernández, the event, entitled “Financial Wellness: Rebuilding for Tomorrow,” sought to […]
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Condado Vanderbilt, La Concha Resort seeking 30 employees
March 19, 2021
The Condado Vanderbilt and La Concha Resort hotels are recruiting employees for about 30 different positions, the general managers of the properties, Ben Tutt and José C. Padín, respectively, announced. “We’re looking for candidates for a variety of positions in practically all areas of the hotel and at all levels. The main requirement is to […]
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Police to patrol Isla Verde tourism strip overnight on weekends
March 18, 2021
In response to multiple incidents involving tourists reported in Carolina’s popular district of Isla Verde, the municipality is implementing stricter security measures by limiting transit on Isla Verde Avenue exclusively to locals between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., Thursday through Sunday. The night patrol will be conducted by a team of 30 officers from Carolina’s […]
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FEMA allocates $12.7M to Puerto Rico National Guard for permanent works
March 18, 2021
The Puerto Rico National Guard, one of the vital components during emergency situations on the island, was granted an obligation of nearly $12.7 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). These funds will address eight permanent repair projects at several facilities, including its headquarters and several training centers, the federal agency said. Among the […]
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Camuy River Caverns Park to reopen Mar. 24 after nearly 4-yr. shutdown
March 18, 2021
The Camuy River Caverns Park will reopen March 24, following a nearly four-year closure as a result of damages caused by Hurricane María in 2017. The park received a $68,000 contribution from the Puerto Rico Tourism Co. that will allow it to operate Wednesday through Sunday between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., with visits to […]
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