ICC Centre of Entrepreneurship in the Americas

Working with various stakeholders to enable local entrepreneurs in the Americas region to expand their operations to global markets

ICC Centre of Entrepreneurship network – Bogotá

Network partner

INNOVALAB, the Business Innovation

Design Centre of the Bogota Chamber of Commerce.

The Bogotá Chamber of Commerce promotes business activity in Bogotá and the wider region, contributing to the city’s reputation as the “Entrepreneurship Capital” of Latin America. 
The mission of the network is to support, prepare, connect, and mobilise the next generation of entrepreneurs and business leaders, providing people with opportunities to build meaningful livelihoods.

Key focus areas: cross-border trade, creation of business models, support for women-led businesses

For more information about the programme in Bogotá, please contact:

Ana Maria Mejia

ICC Centre of Entrepreneurship network – Buenos Aires

Network partner

Cámara Argentina de Comercio y Servicios and Usina de Emprendedores.

The Cámara Argentina de Comercio y Servicios and Usina de Emprendedores in Buenos Aires are preparing the next generation of entrepreneurs in the southern cone of Latin America by working with local businesses, chambers of commerce, academic institutions, intergovernmental and governmental agencies, to enable local entrepreneurs to expand their operations to global markets.   From supporting youth development to training entrepreneurs, organising business roundtables and webinars, and mentoring local start-ups and entrepreneurs, the network provides the foundation for Latin American businesses to thrive in the post-COVID global economy. 

Key focus areas: cross-border trade, economic and financial management, intellectual property

For more information about the programme in Buenos Aires, please contact:

Facundo Pivetti

ICC Centre of Entrepreneurship network – Guadalajara

Network partner

Cámara Nacional de Comercio, Servicios y Turismo de Guadalajara y Turismo de Guadalajara

The network works to boost cross-border trade for micro and small Enterprises (MSEs) in the region. It works closely with local stakeholders, including businesses, chambers of commerce, academic institutions, and governmental agencies, to bridge the gap between local entrepreneurs and global markets.  

Key focus areas: cross-border trade, startup support

For more information about the programme in Guadalajara, please contact:

Lauro Jesús Meneses López

ICC Centre of Entrepreneurship network – Santo Domingo

Network partner

Chamber of Commerce and Production of Santo Domingo (CCPSD) Home – Cámara de Comercio y Producción de Santo Domingo (camarasantodomingo.do)

The Chamber of Commerce and Production of Santo Domingo (CCPSD) is a private, non-profit institution with over 165 years of existence, making it one of the oldest chambers in Latin America. The primary mission of CCPSD is to strengthen and promote the economic activities within Santo Domingo, adhering to legal standards and commercial ethics. The Chamber fosters dialogue and consensus between public and private sectors, supporting the creation, development, and competitiveness of locally established businesses.

Key focus areas: cross-border trade, regional/international growth opportunities, legal support

For more information about the programme in Santo Domingo, please contact:

Antonio Ramos

ICC Centre of Entrepreneurship network – Santa Cruz

Network partner

The Chamber of Industry, Commerce, Services and Tourism of Santa Cruz (CAINCO) is a trade association that brings together industrial, commercial, service and tourism companies legally established in the department of Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Representing the business sector, it promotes the development and competitiveness of companies through a platform of services, thus contributing to the economic and social progress of the country.

Areas of focus: gender, sustainability, internationalisation, innovation

For more information about the programme in Santo Domingo, please contact:

Daniela Parada Añez