Manufacturing sector underscores commitment as P.R.’s economic backbone
September 11, 2019
Members of Puerto Rico’s manufacturing sector, whose contributions to the local economy represent 57% of the Commonwealth’s adjusted gross income, reiterated their commitment to the island, jointly with the government. During a roundtable discussion, several public and private entities — the Department of Economic Development and Commerce, the Puerto Rico Manufacturers Association, Medtronic, Quesos Vaca […]
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Discover Puerto Rico to boost tourism through series of islandwide events
September 11, 2019
Looking to continue promoting the development of the tourism industry on the island, Destination Marketing Organization Discover Puerto Rico, announced it will be hosting a series of activities throughout the island during September. On Sept. 16-17, the entity will hold the “Annual Conference on Tourism,” where information, trends, and educational workshops will be presented to […]
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Statistics Institute joins forces with 2 agencies to estimate P.R.’s GDP
September 11, 2019
The Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics has joined forces with the Bureau of Economic Analysis and the Puerto Rico Planning Board to continue developing a project to estimate the island’s gross domestic product. To move the initiative forward, the Institute’s Interim Executive Director Orville Disdier traveled to the BEA’s Washington D.C.’s offices last week to […]
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Foundation for P.R. gets $291K grant to support businesses outside SJ metro area
September 11, 2019
The Foundation for Puerto Rico received a $291,000 grant from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation to create a multi-stage incubation program for entrepreneurs in communities outside the San Juan metropolitan area. The program will begin next month in the Coamo-Ponce region, foundation officials said. This is the first time that a Puerto Rican entity receives […]
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Family Resource Center in St. Thomas receives contribution from AT&T employees
September 11, 2019
The AT&T U.S. Virgin Islands Retail Team and members of the local Women of AT&T are lending support to the Family Resource Center in St. Thomas. The AT&T employees contributed 20 backpacks filled with wet wipes, basic hygiene products, AT&T fans and a $245 cash donation to the nonprofit. The Family Resource Center in Amalie, […]
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P.R.’s DMO making an impact, but needs local communication strategy
September 10, 2019
The efforts of Puerto Rico’s Destination Marketing Organization, Discover Puerto Rico, are having repercussions outside the island’s shores, but more work and funding are needed to continue putting the island in the eye of visitors worldwide. Such were the impressions offered by four former Puerto Rico Tourism Co. executive directors — one of whom also […]
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Open Spaces turns to Supreme Court for access to gov’t tax exemption report
September 10, 2019
Nonprofit organization Open Spaces filed a motion before the Puerto Rico Supreme Court to overturn a decision by the Appellate Court to keep the government’s Report on Tax Reduction Agreements under seal. The report listing tax abatement agreements was prepared and delivered to the Financial Oversight and Management Board for Puerto Rico in July 2017. […]
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Liberty Foundation donates $25k toward relief efforts in The Bahamas
September 10, 2019
Liberty Foundation donated $25,000 to the C&W Charitable Foundation to help relief efforts in the islands struck by Hurricane Dorian as part of a joint effort by all the companies that make up Liberty Latin America (LLA.) The Liberty Foundation is also encouraging all Puerto Ricans who want to help the storm victims in the […]
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SBA opens call for ’20 National Small Business Week
September 10, 2019
The U.S. Small Business Administration is now accepting nominations for its 2020 National Small Business Week Awards, including the annual Small Business Person of the Year. For more than 50 years, National Small Business Week has celebrated the inspiring achievements of America’s small businesses and the countless contributions they make to their local communities, and […]
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P.R. Science Trust launches ecological agri-tourism program
September 9, 2019
“Recuperación Agrícola,” an initiative of the Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust in collaboration with the American Red Cross created to provide financial and technical assistance for local farmers after Hurricane María, announced the launching of a new ecological agritourism platform to continue boosting the sector. The new initiative is running jointly with the […]
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Weekend Wheels: 1st-ever Toyota Corolla hybrid model is both stylish and sassy
September 9, 2019
The Toyota Corolla, one of the automaker’s most iconic and enduring models, has made an unforgettable entrance in 2020 with a reimagined and reconfigured design that combines style and sass — offering something for everyone. During a recent weekend, this media outlet had the opportunity to test drive the Corolla XSE hybrid model — the […]
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Op-Ed: Financial tips for a minimalistic living
September 9, 2019
It is very likely that you have heard “We must achieve more with less” and, when we talk about staying productive, organized and financially focused, this can be a GREAT challenge in times where technology reigns, and our economy is a vital aspect to consider in our daily lives. It is also very possible that […]
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VisitRico names local exec to pursue sustainable agritourism, agri-education
September 9, 2019
VisitRico, a Puerto Rican nonprofit organization whose mission it is to strengthen the agricultural economy of the island, selected Adolfo Méndez-Nouel as ambassador of agritourism on the island to lead its mission of sustainable agritourism and agricultural education. Méndez-Nouel is director of operations and creative manager of Manhattan Physio Group and co-founder of MPG Essentials […]
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UPR-Río Piedras to host I-Corps Puerto Rico’s 9th cohort
September 6, 2019
Grupo Guayacán, Inc. (GGI) announced the ninth cohort of its business idea validation bootcamp, I-Corps Puerto Rico (I-Corps PR), which for the first time will take place at the University of Puerto Rico’s Río Piedras Campus. The event will be held in collaboration with the University’s Center for Commercialization and Innovation Support (UPR i+c), a […]
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MCS invests $1M+ to promote health, wellness islandwide
September 6, 2019
MCS is launching its “Tu Ruta al Bienestar” program with an investment of more than $1 million, expanding its role in community locations throughout the island to offer activities and experiences aimed at promoting health and wellness for the elderly. The initiative arises through an alliance with community-based organizations in Puerto Rico, including the YMCA, […]
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