By Ella Woger-Nieves, CEO, Invest Puerto Rico

When Invest Puerto Rico was created seven years ago, it represented more than a new economic development organization; it represented a belief. A belief that Puerto Rico could reclaim its place as a leader in global competitiveness. A belief that our talent, our resilience, and our strategic value to the United States positioned us for something greater. And a belief that through disciplined strategy and relentless collaboration, we could help chart a new economic trajectory for the island.

Today, that belief is no longer aspirational; it is materializing in measurable ways.

Since 2018, Invest Puerto Rico’s efforts have contributed to more than $2.31 billion in committed capital investmentand 27,594 new jobs across the island. These results are not the product of chance; they are the outcome of a deliberate and balanced approach to economic development. 

On one front, we are dismantling long-held perception barriers that have limited our ability to compete. On the other hand, we are deploying highly targeted outreach strategies that prioritize partnerships, data-driven insights, and sector-specific expertise to attract companies that bring long-term value.

This dual approach matters. It not only elevates Puerto Rico’s visibility on the world stage but also builds trust among investors, business leaders, and stakeholders who increasingly see the island as a place where their ambitions can grow.

In recent years, companies of every scale, from emerging innovators to global enterprises, have chosen Puerto Rico as the place to expand, operate, and thrive. Organizations such as Carelon, DotAi, Ceria Therapeutics, iTerra, Solx, Aptima, and Ocynbio are not just investing in square footage; they are investing in our people, our innovation ecosystem, and our potential.

Puerto Rico is no longer viewed solely as a manufacturing powerhouse but as a multifaceted hub for advanced industries, cutting-edge research, and scalable growth. The national recognition we have received, including multiple Excellence Awards from the International Economic Development Council, reinforces that Puerto Rico is competing and winning in the most important arenas of economic development.

But the most meaningful progress is not measured in awards. It is measured in jobs committed, opportunities expanded, and the renewed confidence that companies and investors are placing in Puerto Rico’s future.

Invest Puerto Rico has evolved beyond a business attraction organization. We are now a driver of long-term competitiveness and a partner in strengthening the ecosystems that fuel innovation from biosciences and aerospace to technology, advanced manufacturing, and professional services. Our role is not simply to bring companies here; it is to help them grow, scale, and contribute to a more resilient and diversified economy.

We will continue elevating Puerto Rico’s unique value proposition: a U.S. jurisdiction with world-class talent, strong infrastructure, unmatched quality, and a spirit of resilience that is impossible to replicate. We will continue to expand opportunities for businesses ready to innovate, and above all, we will strive to create an economy that delivers prosperity for our people.

Puerto Rico has proven time and again that it is built for more, and the world is starting to take notice.