INSIGHT BRIEF The Double Shift: Navigating Leadership of Food Businesses and Family in Central America
Mid-way through our first Food Maximizer program, our El Salvador Director shared unsettling news: Elena, a business owner deeply committed to her handcrafted bakery, was dropping out due to...
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Bpeace Welcomes Three New Board Members, Strengthening Our Mission to Foster Global Change
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Revitalizing D’Marie: Bpeace’s Impact on a Family Business
Irene’s company, D’Marie, a family-owned window coverings manufacturer and installer in Guatemala, was facing...
Beauty Depot: A Family Business Transforming the Beauty Industry in Guatemala
Beauty Depot, a Guatemalan family-owned business, has made a name for itself as the...
The Role of Strategy and Innovation in Maypro’s 74% Revenue Growth
In 2013, Javier Bathen made a bold move, leaving behind a successful corporate career...
Buck Baker’s Lasting Impact as a Bpeace Skillanthropist in Central America
Buck Baker, a seasoned Human Resources Director, has built a career around the philosophy...
Empowering Women Forward: Mentorship Insights from Liliana Goncalvez
When Liliana Goncalvez first learned about the impactful work of Bpeace and their Women Forward...
Vertex Studio’s Path to Global Success: How Bpeace Facilitated Their Expansion
Under the guidance of Iliana Benitez, Vertex Studio, a Salvadoran company specializing in virtual...
Fast Cargo’s Strategic Transformation: Streamlining Processes and Empowering People
In the fast-paced world of international logistics, staying ahead of the curve is paramount....
Public’s Journey to Growth: How Strategic Changes Sparked Success
In 2016, Erika Mendoza embarked on her journey with Public, a leading provider of...
Industrias Laford: From Local Success to Regional Powerhouse
Moisés and Sara, a dynamic husband-and-wife team, have transformed Industrias Laford from a small...
Prescription for Success:Grupo JOMI’s Path to International Growth
Despite its domestic success, Grupo JOMI faced challenges in expanding internationally, particularly in the...
Skillanthropist Buck Baker
Buck Baker believes he has learned as much from the mistakes he has made...
Bpeace and The ExCo Group Forge a Powerful Partnership to Empower Entrepreneurs
The roots of this partnership trace back a few years to when Karen Vander...
Turning the Tide: Hotel Michanti’s Journey to Sustainable Profitability
A captivating haven blending nature and adventure, Hotel Michanti opened its doors in 2017...
From Meeting Rooms to Consultative Zooms: How Volunteering Helped Me Deliver On My Purpose
After leaving the corporate world in 2019, I craved a way to use my...
Sustainability in Action: Lisa Bowers’ Dedication to Positive Change
Lisa Bowers decided to join Bpeace after being inspired by friend and board member...
Atami Escape Resort: A Hub of Local Impact and Growth
Nestled atop a picturesque cliff in La Libertad, El Salvador, Atami Escape Resort isn't...
EmpowerHer: A Multifaceted Journey to Women’s Professional and Personal Growth
At Bpeace, we’re deeply committed to this holistic vision. We work in crisis-affected communities...
Doña Laura Restaurant’s Recipe to Transform Lives Through Food
In 1994, Doña Laura Restaurant opened its doors in El Salvador with a special...
Defying Gravity: The Unyielding Spirit of a Barrier-Breaking Woman
“The path forward is clear: Dismantle archaic notions that certain professions are exclusively male...
How Nonprofit Bpeace Helps Skills-Based Volunteers Overcome Imposter Syndrome
David Sturrock is an accomplished industrial engineer and one of the most sought-after volunteer...
Driving Positive Change: Pradera Impulsa’s Transformative Partnership
In 2022, Bpeace joined hands with Corporación Multi Inversiones (CMI) to launch the Pradera...
Building Skills and Confidence: Red’s Beer Garden Gets a Post-Pandemic Boost from Its Bpeace Alliance
Kristen Sumpter, owner of Red’s Beer Garden in Atlanta, GA, had traditional views about life after...
Dream Builders: Making Dreams a Reality Through Affordable Childcare
In 2015, Tracy Jefferson embarked on a transformative journey by founding Dream Builders Learning...
SGS Contracting: A Minority-Owned Business in North Carolina Builds on Its Solid Foundation
Brandt Smith, SGS Contracting owner Brandt Smith knew his company, SGS Contracting, was ready...
Bpeace Volunteer Applied Strategy Expertise to Help Small Businesses Grow
Bpeace Skillanthropist Karisa Mashlan has deep experience in strategy and transformation, and that has...
Why Failure Is Good
Kathleen King was and is a perfectionist. She began her career as an entrepreneur...
Cultivating Diversity: A Garden of Possibilities
In an ever-evolving American experience, understanding different cultural sensibilities is crucial. Bpeace Skillanthropist Luis...
Expanding Horizons: Transforming Public’s Growth Strategy and Organizational Culture
You can see Public’s billboards and digital screens all over El Salvador—at La Gran...
Building a Thriving Future: How Maypro S.A. Unleashed Its Potential with Strategic Expansion and Bpeace’s Expert Guidance
In 2013, Javier Bathen decided to leave his corporate career behind and join forces...
Empowering Employees, Driving Growth: Especialidades Centro Veterinario’s Winning Strategy
Juan José Azmitia, also known as “JuanJo,” had an early passion for animals and...
How to Use Positioning to Maximize Growth
Positioning plays a crucial role in the success and growth of small businesses. It...
Bpeace and ZS Associates: A Powerful Partnership
FROM ROUTINE EMAIL TO TRANSFORMATIVE ALLIANCE In 2013, I was Bpeace’s Chief Program Officer....
Bpeace Pharma Maximizer Program Participants from El Salvador Visit BioCentriq for Insights and Networking
[New Jersey, June 5, 2023] On May 23, 2023, BioCentriq, a leading boutique biotechnology...
Navigating Complexity: Igniting Innovation for Sustainable Growth in the Face of Economic Challenges
Global small and medium-size enterprises (SMEs) are grappling with various economic challenges that threaten...
El Salvador — A Great Place to Visit. Really.
El Salvador, a small, densely populated Central American country, is often overlooked by tourists...
Doing Good by Doing Well While Developing Your Employees
In January of this year, I went to El Salvador. Excluding the pandemic, I’ve...
National Volunteer Week: Honoring Bpeace’s Incredible Volunteer Community
As we approach volunteer week, I want to take a moment to express my...
Profits versus Planet? Bpeace Cares for Both
A fundamental principle at Bpeace is that we are demand-driven, customizing our business advisory...
Women’s History Month: Empowering Women in Business with Bpeace
This Women’s History Month, let’s join together to celebrate the strength, resilience and tenacity...
Why Empowering Black-owned Businesses Matters
Cassandra Brayboy founded Cassy Electric in 2000 and it has remained a family owned...
Impact with SCALE: How to Help Organizations Maximize Impact and Help Small Businesses Grow
High-performing organizations display a pattern of characteristics that our partner Argidius has called SCALE....
Bpeace Announces Susy Cheston as Chief Growth Officer
The Business Council for Peace (Bpeace) is pleased to name Susy Cheston as its first Chief...
Bpeace Community Spotlight: Skillanthropist Volunteer Expert Donna Fleetwood
After a 30-year career in real estate, Donna Fleetwood now owns an art studio...