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
West Coast Client: Thaimi Deya, owner of The Glowing Tree As the founder of The Glowing Tree and a mom, Thaimi Deya has always wanted to help kids achieve their wellness goals in a fun way. At The Glowing Tree Kids Spa they personalize and plan for the most magical and amazing birthday parties andRead more
Mintwist co-founder Mario Vargas has spent his whole life experimenting with fruits and flavors from all over the world. He began testing new combinations of fruits and vegetables in South America and making amazing recipes full of healthy flavors. Their juices, waters, smoothies and shots are made with high quality ingredients and at a veryRead more
Dr. Denisse Lasanta is a Board certified pediatric dentist and is certified in laser dentistry and orthodontics with the Academy of Laser Dentistry and the American Orthodontics Society. She has extensive experience and training, and brings her warmth, friendliness, and compassion to every interaction. Dr. Denisse came to Prospera seeking assistance to obtain capital to startRead more
Cristina Abreu is Outreach and Engagement Leader for US Field Operations at Nielsen. A Tampa resident, she has served as a Prospera volunteer Board member since 2016. Read more below about this esteemed volunteer on Prospera’s Statewide Board of Directors. What are your workplace’s mission and services? Nielsen is a global measurement and data analyticsRead more
The Fifth Third Foundation announced its Strengthening Our Communities (SOC) Fund grants for Florida. The Fund awards grants to designated nonprofit programs that support home ownership, affordable housing, small business development and financial stability for individuals and families. Programs in these areas strengthen and stabilize our communities and make them a better place to live,Read more
Delvis Diaz, CEO of Diaz Fritz Group General Contractors, is a successful Hispanic entrepreneur who believes in giving back. Read more below about this valued member of Prospera’s Statewide Board of Directors. What are your company’s mission and services? Our mission statement is “To Construct Every Project with Excellent Service, Outstanding Quality and a Long-TermRead more
Three Tampa Bay area Hispanic business owners were honored at the 2017 Prospera Success Stories Luncheon. Held during Hispanic Heritage Month, this year’s event was the first since the economic development organization’s brand change. This annual event brings together Prospera clients and volunteers with government, business and community leaders to recognize a few remarkable clientsRead more
Choripletas offers a combination between Argentinian and Puerto Rican cultures and food. They offer Choripleta, made with Argentinian chorizo, ham and seasoned pork with their delicious homemade chimichurri. They also specialize in the Boripleta, made with Puerto Rican longaniza, pork and ham. Marcelo Faustinelli came to Prospera seeking assistance to plan and start his business.Read more
Last month, Prospera hosted its second annual Technology Academy in Tampa. Over the course of three sessions, held on May 17, 24, and 31, Prospera’s academy provided 33 business owners with key knowledge to take advantage of and better apply technology in their businesses. Thanks to the sponsorship of Hillsborough County, Prospera was able toRead more
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