Venezuelan Business Power
The first study to measure the true impact of Venezuelan businesses in the United States. Venezuelan Business Power is a groundbreaking research initiative led by the Venezuelan-American Chamber of Commerce of the United States (VACC) in partnership with Datos Groups and Florida International University (FIU).
What we are providing
Venezuelan Business Power is a groundbreaking research initiative led by the Venezuelan-American Chamber of Commerce of the United States (VACC) in partnership with Datos Group and Florida International University (FIU). This first-of-its-kind study will gather real data to measure the economic, social, and entrepreneurial impact of Venezuelan-owned businesses across the U.S., providing insights, visibility, and strategic direction to empower one of the fastest-growing business communities in the country.
Identify business sectors, models, and levels of formalization
Estimate their economic contribution
Analyze migration journeys and entrepreneurship decisions
To understand the profile, challenges, and opportunities of Venezuelan entrepreneurs in the U.S
Why this study matters?
Thousands of Venezuelans have launched businesses across industries like technology, gastronomy, finance, healthcare, retail, and professional services. Yet, their impact has never been properly measured or represented.
This study aims to:
- Shine a light on their contributions to the U.S. economy.
- Identify the real challenges they face.
- Design data-driven solutions and build partnerships to accelerate their growth.
Study Objectives
General Objective:
To understand the profile, challenges, and opportunities of Venezuelan entrepreneurs in the U.S. through a mixed-method (quantitative + qualitative) study.
Specific Objectives:
- Identify business sectors, models, and levels of formalization
- Estimate their economic contribution
- Analyze migration journeys and entrepreneurship decisions
- Evaluate access to capital, networks, and opportunities
- Understand their growth vision and community engagement
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