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On June 12 and 13, eMerge Americas took place once again in Miami. To promote this annual conference that engages tech industry entrepreneurs, global leaders, investors and influencers, Telemundo 51 featured three Prospera clients who participated in previous editions of eMerge Americas. Click below to see Telemundo 51’s interviews with Moonlighter, Nuvola and FlipAClip.  Read more

Conrad Santiago, Private Wealth Advisor and owner of Conrad Santiago & Associates with Ameriprise Financial Services, is an example and committed supporter of the Hispanic entrepreneurial spirit. Conrad was one of the founders of Prospera in Central Florida, and served as the organization’s first Board Chair for five consecutive years. Throughout 25 years, he hasRead more

Jonathon and Marcos Mesón are brothers who share more than their upbringing. They share a passion for providing others with unique and fun outlets for creativity, as well as an entrepreneurial spirit. This, combined with their extensive skills and experience in software engineering, visual design, and motion graphics, led them to form their own business.Read more

Prospera hosts special training to enhance support of small and medium-sized businesses. A unique Technology Academy designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs will be offered on May 17, 24 and 31 by Prospera. The Academy is the only one of its kind in the West Coast of Florida, offered completely in Spanish. This specializedRead more

On March 27 through April 20 Prospera held the Contractors’ Academy in Orlando. This four-week educational program, sponsored by Northwestern Mutual and Telemundo Orlando,  allowed 33 Hispanic-owned businesses to learn vital aspects of doing business as contractors in Florida. The program provided key tools to the participants and covered a variety of topics. Some ofRead more

Intraespa offers accredited interpreting, translating and educational solutions to the Tampa Bay area. For over 20 years, Intraespa and its founder Gerardo Martínez have been providing high quality interpreting and translating services to law firms, insurance companies, healthcare providers, government agencies and small business. Gerardo Ramirez came to Prospera seeking business assistance. He participated inRead more

James Harhi, owner of Innovative Attraction Management (IAM), is a passionate entrepreneur who makes his dreams come true. He first came to Prospera as a client and felt that our mission was aligned with his purpose in life. In 2013, James joined Prospera’s Statewide Board of Directors and has served as Secretary of our organizationRead more

ORLANDO, FL.—May 1, 2017—The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando (HCCMO) and Prospera (formerly HBIF) have officially opened nominations for their 20th Annual Don Quijote Awards. Nominations will be accepted until June 30 and must be submitted through the event’s official website: www.donquijoteawards.com. The coveted awards have reached their 20th annual celebration and continueRead more

APD Construction was founded in 2011 by a 12-year construction veteran, Ariel Padilla. APD Construction is a full-service residential and commercial construction company specializing in framing (metal and wood), drywall, acoustical ceiling, and painting for new and remodeling projects. Mr. Padilla and his team never stop improving and expanding their offerings and services. Currently, theRead more

On March 2 and 3, North Carolina Hispanic entrepreneurs in the Charlotte metro area had the opportunity to receive advice from Prospera business development consultants as well as participate in a digital marketing business seminar—for free. The event could not have been possible without the patronage of Wells Fargo, Bank of America and BB&T. ThisRead more