Puerto Rico ICON Institute

At ICON, Pablo Cuaron, Country Manager at Mastercard, and Héctor Guillermo M., President of GM Sectec led a thought-provoking discussion on "Navigating the Future of Digital Payments.” Their insights into the intersections of digitalization, AI, and cybersecurity shed light on the evolving landscape of financial transactions—both for consumers and businesses. 💳 As they unpacked the complexities and opportunities within the financial landscape, we gained valuable perspectives on the innovations that are set to revolutionize our economic interactions. Thank you Mastercard for your support of #ICONSUMMIT2024! 💥

All the way from Mexico 🇲🇽, they are transforming the future of health and wellness! A huge thank you to Dr. Miguel Ramirez and Dr. Ana Camarillo for making the journey from Mexico to join us at #ICONSUMMIT2024! As esteemed doctors at the Celltex México, their expertise in stem cell therapy and its potential for wellness and longevity ignited inspiring conversations! 🧬 What possibilities do these breakthroughs unlock for our future? Are we on the brink of a new era in health and wellness? A heartfelt thank you to our Board Member, Linda Vester, for your unwavering support of ICON! 💥

Unlocking financial opportunities at #ICONSUMMIT2024 Edgar Ríos-Méndez , Partner, Tax Practice at Pietrantoni Méndez & Álvarez LLP and Francisco Luis, CPA, Esq., Partner, Head of Taxes at Kevane Grant Thornton, both accomplished attorneys, led a compelling session on "Unlocking Synergies: Federal Grants, Financial Stacking, and Tax Efficiency.” 💰 Their insights on navigating federal grants and optimizing tax strategies were both practical and impactful, empowering participants to maximize their financial opportunities. 📈 Let's harness these strategies to fuel Puerto Rico’s progress and innovation! 💥

Charting a new course for economic transformation in Puerto Rico! At #ICONSUMMIT2024, Rodolfo Sánchez-Colberg, Managing Partner of Parliament Capital Management chatted with Giuseppe Cicatelli, Principal of Bacalia Group, about the exciting investments made in Puerto Chico. 🚤 These impactful projects go beyond marinas; they’re crafting a vibrant ecosystem that attracts international tourism, boosts local businesses, and revitalizes Fajardo as a premier nautical destination. Their innovative vision is turning the east coast into a hub of opportunity, demonstrating how nautical tourism can drive sustainable economic growth and community development. ⚓️ Fajardo is making waves and leading the way in Puerto Rico’s nautical tourism! Thank you Rodolfo Sánchez-Colberg for your ongoing  support of ICON! 💥

Tackling Puerto Rico's energy crisis head-on! 💡 During our "Island Interconnection As a Foundation for Energy Resilience" panel at  #ICONSUMMIT2024, experts Francisco Cerezo from DLA Piper, Rafael Vélez Domínguez from Atabey Capital, Eduardo Bhatia, and Tirso Selman Rivera from Project Hostos discussed transformative solutions for the island’s energy future. Among the innovative proposals: creating a connection linking Puerto Rico 🇵🇷and the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 to share electricity and enhance energy resilience across the Caribbean. 🔋 These visionary ideas could redefine how we approach energy sustainability and collaboration, offering hope for a stronger, interconnected future for Puerto Rico.

CEO & Founder Rahul Thayil took the stage this week at Puerto Rico ICON Institute's ICON Summit. We were thrilled to share the journey so far with Flutter Labs and our vision for the future! #ICONSummit2024 #riskmanagement #businesscontinuity

Our "Ready for Liftoff: The Future of the Space Industry in Puerto Rico" panel at #ICONSUMMIT2024 was out of this world! 🌍 Guided by  visionary leaders Ada Monzon, Founder and President of EcoExploratorio EcoExploratorio: Science Museum of Puerto Rico; Thomas Markusic, Founder and CEO of GigAerospace; and Israel Figueroa Rodriguez, National Security Programs Director at Firefly Aerospace, the conversation took us into the stratosphere of innovation and opportunity for Puerto Rico’s role in space exploration. 🔭 The future is here, and Puerto Rico is ready for liftoff! 🚀

#ICONSummit2024 was a powerhouse of innovation and disruption! 🚀 Thank you to all the attendees, panelists and partners who made ICON Summit 2024 a huge success! Your support and engagement helped spark connections, create meaningful conversations and connect industry leaders. Catalyzing innovation and sparking disruption, ICON Summit brought together visionaries to shape the future of Puerto Rico and beyond.  💥 See you next year!

#ICONSummit2024 was a powerhouse of innovation and disruption! 🚀 Thank you to all the attendees, panelists and partners who made ICON Summit 2024 a huge success! Your support and engagement helped spark connections, create meaningful conversations and connect industry leaders. Catalyzing innovation and sparking disruption, ICON Summit brought together visionaries to shape the future of Puerto Rico and beyond.  💥 See you next year!

Catch all the highlights from Day 2 of our 2024 Summit! A massive thank you to the 200+ participants and 23 powerhouse speakers who lit up the stage with bold ideas, shaping Puerto Rico’s future! 💥 From trailblazing AI innovations to eye-opening discussions on Puerto Rico’s 🇵🇷 economic outlook and the launch of its first digital bank, the day was packed with non-stop energy and inspiration. A special thank you to Coca Cola Puerto Rico Bottlers for fueling the fun with their deliciously crafted drinks at our ICON Cocktail Closing Party, sponsored by Carbon6! 🍹