In a joint effort between the Municipality of Concordia and the Government of the Province of Entre Ríos, four local technology entrepreneurs have been awarded a million-peso loan that will allow them to boost the growth of their innovative projects. “It is important to support and have public policies that promote these types of ventures, because they highlight the level of talent that exists in the city,” highlighted the mayor Azcué.
This initiative was promoted by the Secretariat of Productive Development of the Municipality, in collaboration with the Directorate of Strategic Planning and Financing, under the orbit of the Special Unit for Strategic Projects, and the Secretariat of Productive Development of the Province.
The call for applications, which emerged at the beginning of the year, has been key for these entrepreneurs, active members of the Advisory Council of the Knowledge Economy, to be able to access a total of $3 million each, with a six-month grace period and a 0% annual nominal municipal tax. This financing will allow them to optimize their products and services, favoring not only their growth, but also the strengthening of the innovation ecosystem in Concordia.
The signing of the agreements was led by the Mayor Francisco Azcué and the Secretary of Productive Development of the Province, Paula Vicari, accompanied by the Secretary of Productive Development of the Municipality, Federico Schattenhofer; the Undersecretary of Development and Entrepreneurship Gabriel Enguelberg; the Undersecretary of the Special Unit for Strategic Projects Leandro Garbarino and the Director of Strategic Planning and Financing Ignacio Terenzano.
SUPPORT FOR LOCAL TALENT
In this regard, Mayor Azcué stressed “the importance of supporting and having public policies that promote these types of ventures, because they highlight the level of local talent that exists in Concordia. This is part of the many joint actions that we are carrying out from our administration with Governor Rogelio Frigerio and his government team.”
For her part, the Secretary of Productive Development of the Province, Paula Vicari, highlighted that "through this program, nine ventures will obtain the benefit," and stressed that four of them are from Concordia.
LONG-TERM VISION
The Directorate of Strategic Planning and Financing has worked closely with these entrepreneurs, with the aim of identifying and addressing their specific needs, always in line with the mission of strengthening the technological and productive ecosystem of Concordia. Technical and financial support is key for these companies to stand out in their respective fields, contributing to local development and the positioning of Concordia as an innovation hub.
This financing not only means a growth opportunity for the entrepreneurs, but also reinforces the commitment of the provincial and municipal government to the development of new technologies and the creation of added value in the region.
ABOUT THE VENTURES
Kuna, founded by Joaquín Drewanz, is a startup that helps producers monitor rice crops using satellite technology, improving decision-making in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay.
TeSubis, led by Cristhian Penco, is a business management system that streamlines local and regional business operations.
SmartNutriFoods, by Horacio Madu, specializes in the development of functional and nutraceutical foods with specific health benefits.
Micro Digital, Forensic Technology, led by Alfredo Ragone, manufactures forensic tools for investigators, helping them analyze crucial evidence in solving crimes.
The beneficiary entrepreneurs agreed that “this loan will be of great help to carry out the purchase and production of goods, supplies, and tools that are in high demand for the optimization and improvement of their products and services.”
Kuna will use the funds to import new satellite images, which will allow for the development of more precise and valuable information for rice producers.
In the case of TeSubis, they will allocate the loan to the creation of an online store, improving the commercialization of their business solutions.
Micro Digital, Forensic Technology will invest in the incorporation of new tools and supplies for the manufacturing of advanced technology and in the development of internal management software to improve its service.
This initiative was promoted by the Secretariat of Productive Development of the Municipality, in collaboration with the Directorate of Strategic Planning and Financing, under the orbit of the Special Unit for Strategic Projects, and the Secretariat of Productive Development of the Province.
The call for applications, which emerged at the beginning of the year, has been key for these entrepreneurs, active members of the Advisory Council of the Knowledge Economy, to be able to access a total of $3 million each, with a six-month grace period and a 0% annual nominal municipal tax. This financing will allow them to optimize their products and services, favoring not only their growth, but also the strengthening of the innovation ecosystem in Concordia.
The signing of the agreements was led by the Mayor Francisco Azcué and the Secretary of Productive Development of the Province, Paula Vicari, accompanied by the Secretary of Productive Development of the Municipality, Federico Schattenhofer; the Undersecretary of Development and Entrepreneurship Gabriel Enguelberg; the Undersecretary of the Special Unit for Strategic Projects Leandro Garbarino and the Director of Strategic Planning and Financing Ignacio Terenzano.
SUPPORT FOR LOCAL TALENT
In this regard, Mayor Azcué stressed “the importance of supporting and having public policies that promote these types of ventures, because they highlight the level of local talent that exists in Concordia. This is part of the many joint actions that we are carrying out from our administration with Governor Rogelio Frigerio and his government team.”
For her part, the Secretary of Productive Development of the Province, Paula Vicari, highlighted that "through this program, nine ventures will obtain the benefit," and stressed that four of them are from Concordia.
LONG-TERM VISION
The Directorate of Strategic Planning and Financing has worked closely with these entrepreneurs, with the aim of identifying and addressing their specific needs, always in line with the mission of strengthening the technological and productive ecosystem of Concordia. Technical and financial support is key for these companies to stand out in their respective fields, contributing to local development and the positioning of Concordia as an innovation hub.
This financing not only means a growth opportunity for the entrepreneurs, but also reinforces the commitment of the provincial and municipal government to the development of new technologies and the creation of added value in the region.
ABOUT THE VENTURES
Kuna, founded by Joaquín Drewanz, is a startup that helps producers monitor rice crops using satellite technology, improving decision-making in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay.
TeSubis, led by Cristhian Penco, is a business management system that streamlines local and regional business operations.
SmartNutriFoods, by Horacio Madu, specializes in the development of functional and nutraceutical foods with specific health benefits.
Micro Digital, Forensic Technology, led by Alfredo Ragone, manufactures forensic tools for investigators, helping them analyze crucial evidence in solving crimes.
The beneficiary entrepreneurs agreed that “this loan will be of great help to carry out the purchase and production of goods, supplies, and tools that are in high demand for the optimization and improvement of their products and services.”
Kuna will use the funds to import new satellite images, which will allow for the development of more precise and valuable information for rice producers.
In the case of TeSubis, they will allocate the loan to the creation of an online store, improving the commercialization of their business solutions.
Micro Digital, Forensic Technology will invest in the incorporation of new tools and supplies for the manufacturing of advanced technology and in the development of internal management software to improve its service.