AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEntrepreneurship & Capital Access: Boricua Emprende Fest drew 2,275 people to the Puerto Rico Convention Center, featuring panels on permits, compliance, marketing, finance and AI, plus a BE Boricua Pitch Competition with 20 finalists chasing $20,000+ in seed capital. Consumer & Health Alert: Clorox Puerto Rico recalled about 6.3M scented Mistolin and Lestoil cleaners sold in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands due to possible Pseudomonas aeruginosa contamination, with higher risk flagged for immunocompromised travelers and people with external medical devices. Tourism & Payments: Bad Bunny’s sold-out concerts in San Juan (Aug. 22-23) boosted local spending—Visa transactions across all payment methods rose nearly 11% vs. last year, with food/dining up 19% and lodging up 8%. Energy & Business Leadership: Fernando Osorio Caño was named PREPA interim director after Zapata’s resignation, as the utility faces ongoing contract and legal pressures. Local Business Ecosystem: Fibre Federal Credit Union earned recognition tied to Juntos Avanzamos, highlighting expanded financial well-being support across Puerto Rico and beyond.
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