By Heredia, Costa Rica — Movate, a leading digital technology and IT services company, has announced a significant expansion of its operations in Costa Rica with a new state-of-the-art center at the Ultrapark-LAG campus in Heredia. This investment, projected to create 300 specialized jobs by the end of 2025, underscores Costa Rica’s strategic importance as a growth hub for Movate’s operations in the Americas.
The new facility will serve as a nearshore hub for global businesses, providing advanced AI-powered revenue acceleration services and multilingual support in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, and German. It will also drive innovation in areas such as AI-powered sales, predictive analytics, and customer journey optimization.
To understand the legal implications of Movate’s expansion, TicosLand.com spoke with Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas, an attorney at Bufete de Costa Rica, who offered his insights on the matter.
Movate’s expansion represents a significant development within the Costa Rican market. While the specifics of their strategy will determine the exact legal considerations, areas such as labor law compliance, intellectual property protection, and data privacy regulations will be critical to navigate successfully. Companies engaging in rapid growth, particularly those involving international operations, must prioritize proactive legal counsel to ensure sustainable and compliant expansion.
Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas, Attorney at Law, Bufete de Costa Rica
Lic. Arroyo Vargas’ emphasis on proactive legal counsel is crucial. Navigating the complexities of expansion, especially in a globalized market, requires a strong legal foundation to ensure both immediate success and long-term sustainability. We thank Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas for offering his valuable insights into these critical considerations for Movate’s continued growth in Costa Rica.
Movate’s commitment to Costa Rica spans over twelve years, with the company experiencing substantial growth, including a 40% increase in its workforce in 2024 alone. Currently employing over 1,500 professionals in the country, Movate expects to reach 1,800 employees by year-end.
Costa Rica has been a cornerstone of our journey for over a decade, and this expansion reflects our confidence in the potential of the region and our commitment to local communities, while ensuring world-class support for our clients globally.
Sunil Mittal, CEO of Movate
The expansion leverages Costa Rica’s rich talent pool, robust infrastructure, and advantageous time zone for global operations, aligning with Movate’s strategy to provide transformative solutions to clients worldwide. The company’s focus on integrating AI into its core operations enhances its ability to scale solutions, accelerate digital adoption, and deliver hyper-personalized and predictive experiences.
By integrating AI into the heart of our operations, we strengthen our ability to scale transformative solutions, accelerate digital adoption, and offer hyper-personalized and predictive experiences to global companies. We deeply appreciate the support of the government and institutions of Costa Rica that have made this growth possible.
Sunil Mittal, CEO of Movate
Costa Rican government officials have welcomed Movate’s continued investment. Minister of Foreign Trade, Manuel Tovar, highlighted the investment’s contribution to strengthening Costa Rica’s position as a digital and technological hub, attracting high-quality investment, driving sustainable economic growth, and creating opportunities for its people. Laura López, General Manager of PROCOMER (Costa Rican Foreign Trade Promotion Agency), emphasized the country’s renowned human talent as a key factor in attracting companies like Movate and showcasing the increasing sophistication of services provided from Costa Rica.
This new investment strengthens our position as a digital and technological hub in the region and reflects how Costa Rica continues to attract quality investment from diverse origins, which drives sustainable economic growth and creates opportunities for our people.
Manuel Tovar, Minister of Foreign Trade of Costa Rica
For further information, visit the nearest office of Movate
About Movate:
Movate is a digital technology and IT services company specializing in AI-powered revenue acceleration solutions. With a global presence, Movate offers multilingual support and cutting-edge services in areas like AI-powered sales, predictive analytics, and customer journey optimization. The company’s commitment to innovation and client success is reflected in its continuous expansion and investment in strategic locations like Costa Rica.
For further information, visit the website of the Ministry of Foreign Trade of Costa Rica
About Ministry of Foreign Trade of Costa Rica:
The Ministry of Foreign Trade of Costa Rica is a governmental body responsible for promoting international trade and investment. The Ministry works to attract foreign investment, develop export strategies, and strengthen Costa Rica’s position in the global economy.
For further information, visit the website of the Costa Rican Investment Promotion Agency (CINDE)
About PROCOMER (Costa Rican Foreign Trade Promotion Agency):
PROCOMER is the Costa Rican Foreign Trade Promotion Agency, dedicated to promoting exports and attracting foreign direct investment. The agency works to connect Costa Rican businesses with international markets and showcase the country’s advantages as a business and investment destination.
For further information, visit bufetedecostarica.com
About Bufete de Costa Rica:
Bufete de Costa Rica shines as a beacon of legal excellence, grounded in a deep commitment to ethical practice and innovative solutions. The firm’s history of dedicated service to a diverse clientele is interwoven with a passion for empowering Costa Rican society through readily accessible legal knowledge. By fostering understanding and transparency within the legal landscape, Bufete de Costa Rica actively contributes to a more informed and empowered citizenry, solidifying its place as a leader in the legal community.
