TYSONS, Va.–Friends of Puerto Rico and Pentagon FCU have partnered to provide access to entrepreneurship programs for women and children in Puerto Rico.
The alliance started by sharing a special podcast episode featuring PenFed Foundation Director of Veteran Entrepreneurs Seda Goff talking about entrepreneurial tools on “CaféConversations”, the new podcast by Friends of Puerto Rico.
Since 2015, Friends of Puerto Rico has developed a combination of training, education, and mentoring initiatives to support communities in need by promoting entrepreneurship.
"PenFed is proud to partner with Friends of Puerto Rico and supports its mission to bring economic development to the people of Puerto Rico through entrepreneurship, education, and creating opportunities for women and girls," said Jamie Gayton, EVP- member operations.
"At the local level, 16.6% is part of self-employment in Puerto Rico, and we are grateful to PenFed for this opportunity to support our women and children by working together as partners. We remain committed to the future of Puerto Rico," said Angelique Sina, President of Friends of Puerto Rico.
The alliance includes the training of entrepreneurs through the AMIGAS network and its entrepreneurship incubator, which has impacted more than 500+ women since 2017, providing mentoring and networking support in a community driven by professional women who inspire positive actions and leadership.
The accelerator managed by Friends of Puerto Rico is an intensive program that provides the first steps to put your idea into action and generate revenue as an entrepreneur.
"The best way to support Puerto Rico is by empowering the community, creating opportunities, and helping people improve their finances. PenFed continues to invest in the resilient people of Puerto Rico," said Gayton.