
AntofaEmprende: 10 Years of Empowering Chilean Entrepreneurs
Antofagasta, Chile: AntofaEmprende Celebrates 10 Years of Supporting Impact Entrepreneurs Antofagasta, Chile, is home to AntofaEmprende, a program that supports entrepreneurs in creating businesses with a positive social and environmental impact. This year, AntofaEmprende released a comprehensive guide to help aspiring entrepreneurs launch successful and sustainable ventures. The program's 10-year anniversary is a testament to its success in fostering innovation in the region. "AntofaEmprende is a great opportunity, particularly if you're an entrepreneur in northern Chile," says Francesco Gazzella, in a recent interview with Tele13. Gazzella further explains that the program provides a focus for turning innovative ideas into concrete proposals with benefits for Antofagasta, Chile, and the world. The "Guide for an Impact Entrepreneur" is available for free download and includes key tools and insights gained over the program's decade of operation. It emphasizes the connection between defining a business's purpose and creating a strong value proposition. The initiative is a joint effort between Escondida | BHP and Fundación Minera Escondida, highlighting the importance of corporate social responsibility in supporting local economic development. The program continues to accept applications via its website, www.antofaemprende.com, with a deadline of June 10th, 2025.