Metro Women's Business Center

Welcome to the Metro Women Business Center, proudly hosted by Friends of Puerto Rico and powered by the Small Business Administration (SBA). We are dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs in the vibrant communities of Bayamón and San Juan, Puerto Rico. Our center serves as a dynamic hub where aspiring and established women entrepreneurs can access essential tools, capital, knowledge, and networks to foster business growth and create a supportive ecosystem.

At the Metro Women Business Center, our mission revolves around enhancing inclusion, access, and knowledge in entrepreneurship. We are committed to providing the resources and guidance necessary to facilitate the establishment and expansion of women-owned businesses, thereby contributing to the economic development of the region.

Our vision is to become a catalyst for economic self-sufficiency and improved quality of life for women and individuals across Puerto Rico's San Juan and Bayamón regions. By offering comprehensive entrepreneurial training, technical assistance, and crucial access to capital, we aspire to transform business ideas into successful ventures that drive positive change within the local community.

Situated within the esteemed University of Puerto Rico in Bayamón, our Metro Women Business Center benefits from an environment steeped in academic excellence and innovation. We leverage this unique setting to create a nurturing space where women entrepreneurs can thrive, collaborate, and realize their business aspirations.

Whether you're in the early stages of conceptualizing your business or seeking to elevate your established enterprise, our business center is designed to meet your needs. We offer a range of resources that guide you through the entire entrepreneurial journey – from refining your initial ideas to establishing a startup and achieving sustainable growth.

By partnering with Friends of Puerto Rico and receiving partial funding from the Small Business Administration, we are united in our commitment to fostering economic empowerment and community development. Our efforts are aligned to accelerate the growth of an economic hub in Puerto Rico and facilitate the commercialization of new businesses.

The Metro Women Business Center proudly serves the diverse and dynamic San Juan and Bayamón metropolitan areas. Through our programs, resources, and support, we aim to empower women and individuals to take charge of their entrepreneurial dreams and contribute to the economic vitality of this remarkable region.

Join us at the Metro Women Business Center as we embark on a journey to elevate women-owned businesses, enrich the community, and drive meaningful change. Together, we're shaping a future of entrepreneurship that empowers, uplifts and transforms.