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Author Carmen A. “Mely” Torres is the founder of On Point Strategy.
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Puerto Rico-based On Point Strategy ranks on Inc. Regionals list 
Maria Miranda April 10, 2025

The consulting firm is the only woman-led company on the list focused on federal grant administration. #NewsismyBusiness

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The Foreign Trade section lets users filter searches and download data dating back to July 2002, using various classifications for economic and trade analysis.
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New tool provides official Puerto Rico import-export data
NIMB Staff April 10, 2025

This data is useful for identifying business opportunities abroad within Puerto Rico, the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics said. #NewsismyBusiness

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From left: Juan C. Sosa, dean of the Business, Tourism and Entrepreneurship Division at Ana G. Méndez University; Coral Cummings, director of government relations and public affairs at Walmart Puerto Rico; José F. Méndez, president of Ana G. Méndez University; Viviana Mercado, senior manager of corporate affairs at Walmart Puerto Rico; and Juan E. Ayala, associate vice president of development and community relations at Ana G. Méndez University.
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Walmart, UAGM join to promote financial education for college students
NIMB Staff April 10, 2025

Walmart expands its “Súmale a tu Vida” financial education program to reach university students at Ana G. Méndez University campuses. #NewsismyBusiness

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Meghan Wood, co-founder of Raya Power, which was selected to join Parallel18’s international P18 accelerator for a 20-week program.
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Parallel18 graduates 23 startups, selects Raya Power for int’l program
NIMB Staff April 10, 2025

The startups of the seventh generation of pre18 received specialized mentoring in areas such as legal, financial, brand development, digital marketing, and capital raising. #NewsismyBusiness

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As the urban resort vision for the Convention District advances, projects like One Distrito are positioned to support San Juan’s growth as a destination for events, business and extended stays.
Featured, Tourism/Transportation
PRISA Group breaks ground on $115M One Distrito mixed-use project
NIMB Staff April 9, 2025

The development continues PRISA’s broader vision to transform the area into a premier urban resort destination. #NewsismyBusiness

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From left: Carmen Vega-Fournier, president of the Economic Development Bank; Nydza Irizarry-Algarín, secretary-designate of the Department of Labor; Norberto Almodóvar, deputy secretary of the Permits Management Office; Sebastián Negrón-Reichard, secretary of the Department of Economic Development and Commerce; and Eric Santiago-Justiniano, executive director of the Puerto Rico Industrial Development Co., meet with members of the press to discuss results of the first three months in office.
Featured, Government
DDEC outlines results of 1st 100 days, focusing on reshoring, creating jobs
Michelle Kantrow-Vázquez April 9, 2025

The government’s entire economic development component has been working on a reshoring strategy to attract manufacturing back to U.S. soil. #NewsismyBusiness

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Ports Authority Executive Director Norberto Negrón took part in the Seatrade Cruise Global convention in Miami.
Featured, Tourism/Transportation
Ports Authority engages cruise lines, tackles infrastructure overhauls
Michelle Kantrow-Vázquez April 9, 2025

The agency is focusing on enhancing the island’s competitiveness as both a cruise destination and potential homeport. #NewsismyBusiness

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From left: Helga Méndez-Soto, executive director of the Puerto Rico Land Authority; Josué Rivera, Puerto Rico secretary of Agriculture; and Wanda Pérez, state executive director of the USDA Farm Service Agency, sign the transfer agreement.
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USDA transfers 3K acres of farmland to Puerto Rico Land Authority
NIMB Staff April 9, 2025

The farms will be available for lease to Puerto Rican farmers, supporting the growing demand for agricultural land on the island. #NewsismyBusiness

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Puerto Rico Department of Consumer Affairs Secretary Valerie Rodríguez-Erazo during the agency’s strategic roundtable event in San Juan.
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DACO chief gathers past secretaries to boost consumer protection
NIMB Staff April 9, 2025

DACO has outlined several strategic recommendations that will be integrated into the agency’s work plan. #NewsismyBusiness

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Carla Escalera, owner of Tierra Santa Farms.
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Agrohack 2025 calls for multisector alliance to strengthen agriculture
NIMB Staff April 9, 2025

The event will take place May 10 at the Puerto Rico Convention Center. #NewsismyBusiness

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From left: Miriam García-Velázquez, director of the Planning Board’s Subprogram of Social Analysis, Models and Projections; Alejandro Díaz-Marrero, director of the Economic and Social Planning Program; and Héctor Morales-Martínez, president of the Puerto Rico Planning Board.
Featured, Government
Puerto Rico Planning Board projects steady GNP growth through 2026
NIMB Staff April 8, 2025

The island’s economy grew 2.1% in fiscal 2024, driven by consumption and trade. #NewsismyBusiness

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Popular Democratic Party Sen. Ada Álvarez-Conde
Environment, Featured
Senator files legislative package to tackle climate change in Puerto Rico
NIMB Staff April 8, 2025

Legislative bills include proposal for recycled tire paving and demands answers on the cost of failing to address the climate crisis. #NewsismyBusiness

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The U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit ruled Aug. 29 that President Trump exceeded his authority by imposing the April 2 reciprocal tariffs, leaving the future of tariffs on imports from more than 60 countries uncertain. (Credit: Skypixel | Dreamstime.com)
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Puerto Rico businesses must stay calm, strategic amid tariff uncertainty
Contributor April 8, 2025

For business owners in Puerto Rico, this moment of uncertainty feels all too familiar. #NewsismyBusiness

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The Tres Xemeneies (Three Chimneys) building is a decommissioned thermoelectric plant.
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Marvel wins architectural competition in Barcelona
NIMB Staff April 8, 2025

Marvel’s winning proposal, titled “E la nave va,” was chosen from 26 global submissions. #NewsismyBusiness

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The team behind AQUI.PR views the initiative as a way to explore the evolving relationship between journalism and artificial intelligence in a responsible manner.
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AQUI.PR launches AI-powered newsletter in Puerto Rico
NIMB Staff April 8, 2025

The initiative aims to transform how readers consume daily news by combining artificial intelligence with professional editorial oversight. #NewsismyBusiness

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