ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS LEADERS SUMMIT 2027
ABOUT THE SUMMIT
Where Leaders Meet Opportunities
The Economic Development Business Leaders Summit is committed to fostering strategic collaboration among business leaders, government officials, entrepreneurs, investors, municipalities, chambers, economic development organizations and community leaders.
Our mission is to create a platform where people, ideas and opportunities intersect to promote economic growth, innovation, investment and sustainable partnerships between Puerto Rico and the United States.
The existing Summit mission already centers on strategic collaboration and strengthening economic relationships between Puerto Rico and the United States.
oUR Vision and mission
Our Vision
To establish The Business Crossroads as a premier platform connecting Puerto Rico with business and Latino communities throughout the United States—creating a network where economic development, investment, entrepreneurship and collaboration converge.
Our MISSION AND Goal for 2027
The 2027 Summit moves beyond a traditional conference model.
Our focus is on:
Relationships → Connections → Partnerships → Opportunities → Results
Participants should leave Orlando with more than information. They should leave with new contacts, potential partners, qualified business opportunities and specific next steps.
Our team
Miriam Martinez
President & Founder
20+ years producing high-stakes events across industries. We combine data-driven attendee acquisition with meticulous operations, premium production, and stakeholder stewardship from brief to debrief.
Maria del Mar
Prof. Diseño y Admin de Experiencia Cliente,
Directora Asociación Internacional de Servicio al Cliente Latinoamérica (ICSA Latam PR), Todos somos Clientes
Lourdes Aponte
Presidenta de Innovate Business Consulting Group, Presidenta Electa del Centro Unido de Detallistas 2022-2024, Propietaria y presidenta de Educational Computer Center
Jackie Centeno
Educator for over 20 years, working at school, district, and higher education levels.
