New Business Incentives for Santurce Merchants

Rafael Ortiz, born and raised in Santurce, shares insights on the upcoming event to benefit local businesses.

Merchants in Santurce and the surrounding area can look forward to a valuable opportunity on October 13, 2026, as the Northwest Consortium will host a seminar to provide information on financial assistance and business incentives. The event, starting at 2 p.m. at the Northwest Consortium’s facilities in Isabela, will feature Ángel Muñoz Suárez, director of the Mayagüez Office of the Office of Trade and Export, who will discuss available programs.

For those interested, registration is necessary and can be done by calling 787-819-1500. This initiative is part of the Consortium's ongoing efforts to support the local business community, which includes Aguada, Aguadilla, Añasco, Isabela, Moca, Rincón, and San Sebastián. As someone who understands the nuances of doing business in Santurce, I encourage all merchants to take advantage of this valuable resource.