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[BUSINESS] · Chile, Argentina · 10 sources

Antofagasta and Santa Fe conclude entrepreneurship training programs

In Antofagasta, Chile, the AIEP institute and the regional Comité Corfo Antofagasta wrapped up the three‑month "Impulso a la Innovación Social" program on 7 July. The initiative certified 30 participants—mostly women entrepreneurs and students—after 15 in‑person sessions totaling 56 hours. Participants’ knowledge scores rose from 76 % to 96 %, and 100 % reported satisfaction.

In Santa Fe, Argentina, the Universidad Católica de Santa Fe’s Faculty of Economic Sciences concluded its "Programa Impulso Emprendedor" on 7 July. The event featured a pitching competition, networking sessions and testimonies from entrepreneurs. Delegates came from several university campuses and cities across the province, and representatives from local government and support organisations attended, underscoring the program’s role in fostering new business creation.

Both programs aim to strengthen regional entrepreneurial ecosystems through training, mentorship and connections to local institutions.

Entities: AIEP Antofagasta · Comité Corfo Antofagasta · Facultad de Ciencias Económicas (Universidad Católica de Santa Fe) · Universidad Católica de Santa Fe · Álvaro Irigoitia Romero