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February 25, 2026

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On February 20, Puerto Rico’s Central-East region became the meeting point for the first Business Connect of 2026, a high-impact event organized by PRMSDC and hosted by Gascó Industrial.


The event opened with welcoming remarks from PRMSDC President Francisco Cabrera, who emphasized the importance of these spaces in strengthening the development and competitiveness of certified businesses. The gathering brought together Council-certified suppliers and distinguished guests in an environment designed to foster strategic collaboration and meaningful networking.


We extend a special thank you to Joumeilyn Mena, Sales and Marketing Supervisor at Gascó Industrial, for her leadership and commitment in coordinating the event. Representing company President Dan Bigman, and in conversation with Reina Reyes, Senior Director of Corporate Services at PRMSDC, Mena shared the company’s journey, its beginnings, and the evolution of its services. Gascó Industrial, a Puerto Rican family-owned company, has positioned itself as a leader in delivering high-quality industrial and institutional cleaning solutions. Today, the company stands out for its expertise in specialized manufacturing and products serving both the industrial and food sectors.


Throughout the event, participants presented their capabilities, exchanged ideas, and strengthened business relationships that will undoubtedly contribute to the continued growth of Puerto Rico’s business ecosystem. We also recognize the participation of Alicia Pérez from Amgen and Mario García from JLL, who highlighted the importance of MBE certification as a strategic tool for business development. We also thank CIS International, Epsilon, Mirus, RF Maintenance, and Star Electrical Services for contributing to a successful and enriching experience.


Events like Business Connect reaffirm the value of creating spaces that promote interaction, collaboration, and mutual support among business leaders. 


Stay connected through our social media channels to participate in upcoming events and become part of our growing business community.


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Coming Soon: BOE 2026 Matchmaking Platform


The Matchmaking Platform for the Business Opportunity Exchange (BOE) 2026: Impact Sourcing — taking place April 17 at the Wyndham Grand Río Mar — will be opening soon.


This platform is the primary gateway for certified suppliers to be considered for corporate matchmaking meetings during BOE 2026. The stronger and earlier your profile is completed, the greater your opportunity to secure high-value meetings with corporate decision-makers.


⚠️ Stay alert. As soon as the platform goes live, registered attendees will receive access to create their business profiles.


To participate in matchmaking, you must first complete your event registration. Only registered participants will receive the official platform link.


Be ready. Prepare your company information.

Position your business for meaningful connections and measurable results at BOE 2026.


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Meet our Powerfull Speaker: Dr. Berkley Baker

Meet Dr. Berkley Baker, Founder & CEO of CIMI Solutions, leading our session on Supplier Innovation Engagement.


In today’s competitive landscape, supplier innovation isn’t optional — it’s a strategic advantage. This session is designed to help corporate leaders activate certified suppliers as capability-driven partners, not just compliance vendors.


✔ Strengthen enterprise value

✔ Build scalable supplier partnerships

✔ Turn innovation into measurable impact


This is where business meets purpose — and innovation meets execution.

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Ready to expand your footprint at BOE 2026?


The official Participation Catalog is now available offering strategic options to engage ---including exhibitor packages and exclusive brand marketing for our signature event happening on April 17, 2026, at the Wyndham Grand Rio Mar.


Alternatives carefully crafted:

  • Recognition and branding
  • Visibility
  • Marketing
  • Showcasing
  • Advertising
  • Attending



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🎙️ PRMSDC Talks – Real Stories. Real Impact.


PRMSDC Talks is a series of inspiring conversations where our members share their success stories and contributions to strengthening our local economy.


Don't miss these powerful experiences that motivate, educate, and highlight the positive impact of our business community.


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¿Preguntas? Se pueden comunicar con Natalia Arias:

 narias@guayacan.org 

Grupo Guayacán presenta:

Módulo para Negocios de Familia


Las empresas familiares enfrentan retos únicos que requieren preparación y herramientas concretas para manejarlos estratégicamente.


A través de cinco talleres, los participantes del Módulo para Negocios de Familia explorarán temas clave para enfrentar los desafíos y oportunidades únicas que conlleva el manejo de una empresa familiar, incluyendo las relaciones entre generaciones, la estructuración de los procesos de transición o salida y la continuidad del negocio, entre otros.


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