SHRM PR, AFC sign collaborative agreement to support nonprofits
June 24, 2019
The Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM-PR) and Community Financial Advisors have signed an agreement to support nonprofit organizations in the area of Human Resources. “In 2015, Community Financial Advisors instituted the University Financial Counseling internship, where accounting students provide services to Puerto Rico’s nonprofits with the support and guidance of a mentor CPA,” said […]
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Nominations open for women execs for ‘Shine Professional Women Awards’
June 24, 2019
Female executives from all sectors and industries are eligible to be nominated for the “Shine Professional Women Awards,” which aim to highlight their work accomplishments and contributions to the community, said Lourdes Burgos, spokeswoman for the organizing committee. Burgos explained that the event is one of the Shine Professional Women’s initiatives, an entity created to […]
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Aurora Angel Network invests in Guilty, a local fashion tech startup
June 21, 2019
The Aurora Angel Network announced it has invested an undisclosed amount in local fashion tech startup Guilty, Puerto Rico’s first subscription-based fashion service. Leveraging the growing sharing economy ecosystem and a proprietary platform, Guilty allows its clients the ability to constantly refresh their wardrobe, pulling from hundreds of items in their own virtual closet for […]
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Vireo Health to open 6 medicinal cannabis clinics in PR, cultivation and processing facility
June 21, 2019
Vireo Health International Inc., a physician-led, science-focused multi-state cannabis company, announced the acquisition of medical cannabis licenses in Puerto Rico. The acquisition is comprised of pre-approvals for licenses to cultivate, process, and sell cannabis products and operate up to six dispensaries. Vireo has leased a 40,000 square-foot former Pfizer facility in the Cruce Dávila Business […]
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Rosselló signs law to establish public policy for ‘sharing economy’
June 21, 2019
Gov. Ricardo Rosselló signed Senate Bill 840, which will establish the public policy for the so-called “sharing economy,” which is defined as the collaborative consumption where consumers rent goods and services among themselves. “This advanced law allows Puerto Rico to have a procedural framework to respond to the local sharing economy quickly, consistently and transparently,” […]
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Op-Ed: SBA MaTCH competition ignites workforce development, problem solving
June 21, 2019
The U.S. Small Business Administration kicked off a new Makerspace Training, Collaboration and Hiring (MaTCH) pilot competition to help employers find workers with the skills they need. As the United States reaches historic levels of job creation due to the pro-growth economic policies set by President Trump and his administration, the American job market has […]
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American Red Cross, Direct Relief join to equip 37 community health centers
June 21, 2019
With the goal of ensuring that Puerto Rico’s community health centers have the medical resources needed to serve patients in times of disaster, the American Red Cross and DirectRelief have joined forces to distribute 96 pharmaceutical refrigerators islandwide. This project is part of the American Red Cross’ long-term recovery program in Puerto Rico and for […]
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Life Wireless enters joint partnership with Claro
June 21, 2019
Life Wireless announced a new joint partnership with telecommunications provider Claro that took effect June 19 and means that Life Wireless will now be operating on the Claro network for new subscribers. Life Wireless is a Lifeline supported wireless service provided by Telrite Holdings Inc. through the federal Lifeline program, created by Congress in 1985 […]
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Liberty Business absorbs Cable & Wireless operations to boost enterprise tech solutions
June 20, 2019
Liberty Business, the business market division of Liberty Puerto Rico, announced the completion of its integration with C&W Business Puerto Rico. As a result, the company is in a stronger position to provide end-to-end IT and telecommunications solutions aimed at mid and large companies, said Antonio Llona, vice president of Liberty Business, in an interview […]
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U.S. House approves Velázquez amendment on Martín Peña Channel cleanup
June 20, 2019
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved an amendment authored by Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) aimed at advancing the cleanup of the Martín Peña Channel, a 3.7-mile stretch in San Juan that has long been plagued with environmental problems. “The people of the Martín Peña Channel are suffering tremendous public health problems through their […]
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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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Inter American University breaks ground on new student housing complex
June 19, 2019
The Inter American University officially broke ground on its new $36.9 million student housing complex, which it will include in its internationalization plan of recruiting students from other countries to offer the opportunity of cultural and social exchange. The new residence hall to be located at the college’s San Juan metro campus, will address the […]
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Sartorius inaugurates $130M expansion of its Yauco facilities
June 19, 2019
German company Sartorius inaugurated the expansion of its manufacturing facilities in Yauco, following an investment of $130 million, and the creation and retention of 895 jobs. “In mid-2018, we announced an increased commitment by Sartorius to expand the company to double its production, despite the difficult situations that we’re facing in Puerto Rico after the […]
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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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