These are some of the open calls, events, and more going on in the entrepreneurial community in Puerto Rico and Latam in July
This post was updated on July 9.
The startup community is not limited to those near you and their connections. There is a world — literally!- of opportunities that can help your entrepreneurial growth beyond what you think is possible. Here are some of the July events or open calls that will help you learn, network and more in Puerto Rico and Latin America.
Puerto Rico
What: Puerto Rico Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Mining Conference // When: July 8th at 4p.m. // What’s the Deal: Learn about cryptocurrency and listen to local and international experts // For info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/conferencia-criptomonedas-y-mineria-tickets-47389978702?aff=erellivmlt
What: Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)/ When: July 10 at 10 a.m. // What’s the Deal: Learn the process and benefits of certifying your company as an MBE // For info: http://www.prmsdc.org/?module=current_projects
What: Plan de Continuidad para Sustentar tu Negocio// When: // What’s the Deal: A workshop to learn how to make your business sustainable in the face of a disaster. Learn about loans and lessons learned from Maria. // For info: Free with registration https://bit.ly/2KngbXt
What: Government Blockchain Association — State and Local // When: July 26th // What’s the Deal: Intro to the Puerto Rico chapter and discussions about the Blockchain, Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies, how the blockchain works and a review of potential uses of the blockchain // For info: https://www.meetup.com/Government-Blockchain-SJ-Puerto-Rico/events/245755960/?_xtd=gatlbWFpbF9jbGlja9oAJDQ5OTg4NjQ2LTc0NTEtNDg3Mi1hNTgxLTdmMDJhMDZlZmFiZA&_af=event&_af_eid=245755960&https=on
What: Startup.pr is accepting applications // When: Applications close on August 1st // What’s the Deal: Startup.pr is a Technology Accelerator project whose main purpose is to provide financial and technical assistance to entrepreneurs, investigators and inventors in the development and commercialization of their innovative technology based products. The program offers a $15,000 grant // Download the application here: http://startup.pr/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/ACT_Global_Preacceleration_Application_Form2.pdf
Argentina
What:Fireside Chat with Juan Aranovich, Founder of Club Cultural Matienzo and YoReciclo // When: July 5 6p.m // What’s the Deal: It’s a fireside chat with cultural entrepreneur and minimalistic fan Juan Aranovich // For info: https://www.startupgrind.com/events/details/startup-grind-buenos-aires-presents-juan-aranovich-club-cultural-matienzo#/
What: Counseling for Entrepreneur Women A // When: Every Tuesday 10a.m. // What’s the Deal: If you’d like to become an entrepreneur but don’t even know where to start, this is counseling event t for you. It is free, but you must reserve a spot. // For info: https://www.eventbrite.com.ar/e/asesoramiento-gratuito-para-mujeres-emprendedoras-tickets-46809335984?aff=es2
What: Digital Marketing for Entrepreneurs // When: July 25 6p.m/ What’s the Deal: Learn the basics about marketing. The knowledge will help in assembling the right team for your company // For info: https://www.eventbrite.com.ar/e/marketing-digital-para-emprendedores-tickets-45763295248?aff=es2
What: Pitchearte // When: July 10th and 17th // What’s the Deal: Learn about the art of pitching in this two day event, day 1 will be theory and day 2 all in with practice. // For info: https://www.eventbrite.com.ar/e/pitchearte-tickets-47283601525?aff=es2
What: Ley de Emprendedores y Sociedad por Acciones Simplificadas // When: July 5 4:30 p.m. // What’s the Deal: Learn about the benefits of the Law of Entrepreneurs // For info:https://www.eventbrite.com.ar/e/ley-de-emprendedores-y-sociedad-por-acciones-simplificada-sas-tickets-47230123571?aff=es2
Mexico
What: Monterrey Fireside Chat // When: July 14th, 6 p.m // What’s the Deal: Manolo Diaz, who taught himself how to write Flash applications at age 15, founded Yogome in 2009 to give kids a fun and effective learning tool. Yogome develops educational tablet and mobile games to help kids ages 4–10 learn in a fun way through technology. // For info: https://www.startupgrind.com/events/details/startup-grind-monterrey-presents-manolo-diaz-yogome
What: Fireside Chat with Adriana Borges // When: July 25th, 5p.m. // What’s the Deal: It’s a fireside chat! This time with Adriana Borges, founder of Petit Comite and publicist with over a decade of experience. // For info: https://www.startupgrind.com/events/details/startup-grind-la-paz-presents-adriana-borges-petit-comite
What: Constitución de una empresa ¿Cuál identidad legal debo elegir?// When: July 16th, 7p.m. // What’s the Deal: So you created a company but have no idea what legal status you should pick? Then you don’t want to miss this event where that question will be answered // For info: http://www.spacioss.com.mx/event/comunidad-negocios-mujer-constitucion-una-empresa-identidad-legal-debo-elegir/
Colombia
What: ForoMET: Mujer, Energía y Tecnología // When: July 5th, 8 p.m. // What’s the Deal:This forum seeks to support, empower, motivate and connect women entrepreneurs. The 9th Womenpreneurs Expo will also be a part of the event. // For info: Event is free with registration http://bogota2018.foromet.org/
What: Rockstar’s Web and Mobile Accelerator // When: Applications CLOSE July 8th // What’s the Deal:If you have a web and mobile startup, the application for the Rockstar Colombia accelerator closes July 8th. It offers funding, mentorship, education and more. // For info: https://www.rockstart.com/accelerator/web-mobile-colombia/
Chile
What: Start-up Chile Seed program // When: Applications open July 17th / / What’s the Deal: The renowned program opens up its application process for their next generation. // For info: http://www.startupchile.org/programs/seed/
What: Angel Hackathon // When: July 7th // What’s the Deal:With the Seamless Technology as the topic, the Angel Hackathon makes a stop in Chile. There are many challenges and the AngelHack Challenge’s winner will receive an invitation to the AngelHack’s Hackcelerator program // For info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/angelhack-santiago-hackathon-2018-tickets-44281703768?aff=ebdssbcitybrowse
Other calls and events:
What: WeXchange 2018 Pitch competition // When: Applications close on July 30th // What’s the Deal: WeXchange is the first platform in Latin America and the Caribbean committed to connecting and strengthening high growth women entrepreneurs. Founded by the Multilateral Investment Fund (MIF), an innovation laboratory for the Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB), its goal is to help women entrepreneurs be successful in their ventures. // For info: https://www.f6s.com/pitchcompetition-wexchange2018/about
What: Latin American Impact Investing Forum, Central America and the Caribbean // When: November 7th and 8th // What’s the Deal: 50% off for early birds!! The forum unites the protagonists of the industry: investors, social entrepreneurs, corporations, capacity developers, NGOs and government institutions amongst others, providing collaborative spaces to facilitate connections and activate the conversation and broaden the scope around the sectoral trends and innovative solutions for the region. // For info: http://inversiondeimpacto-ca.org/
What: SXSW applications for pitch competitions. When: Submit before November 8th // What’s the Deal: Now in its eleventh year, SXSW Pitch — formerly SXSW Accelerator — showcases the future of emerging and innovative technology. Now accepting applications — startups have the opportunity to connect and compete in front of a live audience, panel of expert judges, venture capitalists, and high-profile media at SXSW 2019 from March 9–10. // For info: https://www.sxsw.com/interactive/2018/apply-to-the-2019-sxsw-pitch-competition/
What: WeWork Creator Awards Nashville When: Apply by July 20// What’s the Deal: WeWork is calling for innovators from Boston to Milwaukee (Puerto Rico qualifies) to apply for a chance to win up to $360k. We are committed to supporting creators who make it their life’s work to disrupt the ordinary in pursuit of the extraordinary. We’re celebrating performers, makers, and and do-gooders who have gathered to make a difference. Will it be you that we celebrate next?// For info: https://we.co/2Jmh0Mv
What: SAP Innomarathon When: Apply by August 1st// What’s the Deal: SAP Innomarathon is an event that looks to promote entrepreneurial sustainability, impact, and spirit. Six startups will be chosen to participate in the initial phase of the event. Each team will have 48 hours to develop and present a solution to the social issue presented. // For info: https://gust.com/programs/sap-innomarathon-2018-america-latina