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10 Guatemalan Women Reinventing the Country's Business Future
From SaaS to biotech, meet the 10 powerhouse female founders from Guatemala who are defying expectations and scaling global businesses.
Guatemala Portal Editorial
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FHA Honors CHN with Gold Award for Leadership in Housing Finance
CHN received a FHA Gold Award for achieving the highest growth in insured mortgage financing, reinforcing its commitment to expanding housing access and financial inclusion in Guatemala.
Venditek wins Startup World Cup Guatemala and heads to Silicon Valley for US$1M
Venditek, a Retail Tech startup, was crowned winner of the Startup World Cup in its regional edition held during Tech Day Guatemala and is now preparing to compete in the grand finale in San Francisco, where an investment of US$1 million will be at stake. From Guatemala to Silicon
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McDonald’s Honors Happy Meal Creator Doña Yoly de Cofiño at Global Worldwide 2026 Convention
McDonald’s recognized Yolanda “Doña Yoly” de Cofiño, creator of the Happy Meal, during its Worldwide 2026 convention, celebrating a Guatemalan innovation that transformed the customer experience for families around the world.
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Ley Antilavado: A New Approach to Risk Management and Business Protection in Guatemala
Guatemala’s new Ley Antilavado introduces a risk-based approach to compliance, expands prevention responsibilities to new sectors, and seeks to strengthen transparency, business protection, and economic integrity.
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Guatemala Launches FODISEGUA to Build Talent for the Semiconductor Industry
FODISEGUA launches in Guatemala to train semiconductor talent and support the country's growing role in the global chip industry.
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Energuate Recognized for Sustainable Energy Leadership in Guatemala 2026
Energuate receives recognition at the Guatemala Sustainability Forum 2026 for its commitment to innovation, community development, and sustainable energy.
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Guatemalan Startup SoulBuddyID Gains Regional Visibility at Costa Rica Tech Week 2026
SoulBuddyID represented Guatemala at Costa Rica Tech Week 2026, showcasing its PetTech ecosystem and NFC-powered solutions for pet owners.
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GREPALMA Celebrates 18 Years Supporting Rural Development and Sustainable Growth
GREPALMA highlights 18 years of sustainable growth, conservation efforts, satellite monitoring, and economic contributions to Guatemala’s palm oil sector.
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Summit G100 Brings Together Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs to Strengthen SMEs in Guatemala
Summit G100 gathered business leaders and entrepreneurs to share strategies, innovation insights, and growth opportunities for SMEs in Guatemala.
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Fundación BI Strengthens Education and Digital Skills with New Technology Program
Fundación BI launches “One Computer Per Child Connect Learn,” providing technology and digital education tools to over 500 students in Guatemala.
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Avianca Expands U.S. Network With New Guatemala–San Francisco Route
Avianca launches direct seasonal flights between Guatemala City and San Francisco starting June 2026.