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NEW ASPEN INSTITUTE INITIATIVE TO SUPPORT HARD-HIT HISPANIC-OWNED BUSINESSES IN MIAMI City Learning and Action Lab Launched in Five Latinx-Majority Communities Across the U.S. The Aspen Institute Latinos & Society Program (AILAS) and Prospera are proud to announce Miami’s participation in the City Learning and Action Lab, a new, 12-month program presented by AILAS inRead more

Believe Miami confirms Prospera as beneficiary for community investment Puede leer este artículo en español aquí Prospera, a nonprofit economic development organization that helps Hispanic entrepreneurs grow or start their businesses, has been selected as a beneficiary of AT&T’s Believe Miami campaign. Believe Miami is a localized effort to create positive change in communities, byRead more

West Coast Client: Karina F. Sloan, owner of Early Childhood Learning Centers Karina F. Sloan is the founder, CEO and Chief Marketing Officer of Early Childhood Learning Centers (ECLC). Originally from Venezuela, Karina obtained a bachelor’s degree in International Management from Florida Southern College, a master’s degree in business administration from St. Leo University, andRead more

Central Florida: A&G Marketing Group powered by Proforma Proforma- A&G Marketing Group is a local marketing and branding company in Lake Mary, established in 2011 by Pablo Prahl and Jennifer Herrera. A&G Marketing Group is powered by Proforma, a marketing and advertising company with more than 40 years of experience and recognized as one ofRead more

Prospera receives Kauffman Foundation funding for economic development in rural areas Prospera has been selected as one of 19 organizations across the country to receive 2019 Inclusion Open grants from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, which received more than 750 applications from over 42 states and U.S. territories. As part of its initiative to fundRead more

Spotlight on Prospera Client Merlili Bridal Boutique – South Florida Merlili Bridal Boutique provides an exclusive selection of beautiful wedding dresses to both brides and bridesmaids. Since opening their doors in Coral Gables, its owner Lilian Masforroll has acquired a collection of affordable bridal gowns, each one carefully selected with attention on style, quality, andRead more

Central Florida Client: Dr. Yanina Genao, owner of Spine & Rehabilitation Centers Dr. Yanina Genao is a chiropractic physician trained in the diagnosis and conservative treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, spine pain, and headaches. She was born in Puerto Rico and raised in Central Florida, a graduate of Orange County Public Schools. She obtained a bachelor’sRead more

Luz Aviles is Vice President of Customer Service at Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC – The Reliable One). Since Spring 2015, she has served as a a Prospera volunteer, most recently as a member of our Statewide Board of Directors. Read below to learn more about this esteemed Prospera supporter… What are your workplace’s mission and services?Read more

Empresa de propiedad hispana del sur de Florida: MIP Monica Patino es una emprendedora innovadora con experiencia probada en el desarrollo, posicionamiento y crecimiento de marcas de alimentos y bebidas en los canales de distribución. Originaria de Colombia, Monica obtuvo una Maestría en Administración de Empresas Internacionales de la Northeastern University en Boston, luego deRead more

Panadería Manolo, Carolina del Norte Charlotte y Carolina del Norte en su conjunto están creciendo rápidamente, y la importancia de las empresas propiedad de inmigrantes también sigue creciendo a medida que el estado se diversifica y se involucra internacionalmente. Un buen ejemplo de este crecimiento diverso es Manuel “Manolo” Betancur. Originario de Colombia, Manolo dirigeRead more