Join Invest Puerto Rico at SXSW 2024 for an immersive exploration of entrepreneurship and innovation. Discover why Puerto Rico is a top destination for founders and visionaries seeking unparalleled opportunities for growth and collaboration.

Puerto Rico offers an unmatched value proposition for founders, with its strategic geographical location as a gateway between North and South America, enticing tax incentives, and a dynamic business ecosystem. At Invest Puerto Rico, we’re dedicated to showcasing the myriad advantages our island offers ambitious entrepreneurs. Join us at SXSW 2024 to discover how Puerto Rico can be your launchpad to success.

Inc. Founders House

Immerse yourself in the pulse of entrepreneurial energy at the Inc. Founders House during SXSW 2024, proudly sponsored by Invest Puerto Rico. We’re excited to support this dynamic space where founders converge to share ideas and drive forward the future of business.

Panel: Puerto Rico – A Founder’s Paradise

Location: FOXY’s Pub @ 201 Brazos Street, Austin, TX

Date: Sunday, March 10

Time: 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Join us as we delve into Puerto Rico’s technology landscape and why it’s become a haven for innovative founders and strategic investors. Discover why Puerto Rico is emerging as a rival competitor to tech hubs like San Francisco and Miami, and uncover opportunities for portfolio diversification. Our panel of industry leaders will discuss strategic initiatives driving this vision and the boom in this founder-friendly paradise.

Our Panelists:

• Brian Bourgerie, Innovation, Investment & Entrepreneurship – Invest Puerto Rico
• Hector Jirau, Executive Director – Parallel 18

Happy Hour with Rums of Puerto Rico

Location: FOXY’s Pub @ 201 Brazos Street, Austin, TX

Date: Sunday, March 10

Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

After the panel, enjoy a delightful happy hour, co-hosted with Rums of Puerto Rico. Savor the flavors of Puerto Rican rum with three exclusive cocktails while networking with attendees and exploring collaboration opportunities. Meet Parallel 18 alumni and learn firsthand about the benefits of starting a business in Puerto Rico.