By Heredia, Costa Rica — Executive leaders, startup founders, and corporate strategists in Central America are gearing up for one of the region’s most anticipated commercial gatherings of the year. On Wednesday, December 2, 2026, the Costa Rica Convention Center will host “The Mentors – Business Edition,” an intensive five-hour masterclass aimed at bolstering investment capacity, sales execution, and digital transformation across the regional market. Prominently featuring renowned angel investors Marcus Dantus and Andrea Arnau—both widely recognized for their starring roles on the hit television franchise Shark Tank—the summit promises to deliver actionable playbooks for enterprise growth.
Organized by the Universidad de Negocios San Juan de la Cruz, the conference arrives at a critical juncture for Costa Rica’s expanding entrepreneurial landscape. As international capital flows into technology, services, and local ventures, domestic enterprises face increasing pressure to innovate, scale operations, and refine their go-to-market strategies. The December forum is specifically engineered to bridge the gap between high-level venture methodology and practical execution for executives, venture builders, and seasoned investors alike.
To better understand the legal and strategic corporate framework surrounding initiatives like The Mentors Business Edition Costa Rica, TicosLand.com spoke with legal expert Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas from the law firm Bufete de Costa Rica.
“Events like The Mentors Business Edition provide invaluable momentum for local entrepreneurs, yet sustainable growth depends heavily on solid legal foundations. From intellectual property protection to regulatory compliance and robust corporate governance, emerging businesses in Costa Rica must align their commercial vision with legal certainty to attract investment and scale safely.”
Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas, Attorney at Law, Bufete de Costa Rica
Indeed, while inspiring events provide the spark for Costa Rican entrepreneurs, pairing commercial ambition with solid legal protections is what truly empowers emerging businesses to scale sustainably and attract lasting investment. We extend our sincere thanks to Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas for sharing his expert perspective on this essential balance for long-term success.
Spearheading the investor lineup is Marcus Dantus, a pioneer in the Latin American startup ecosystem and founder of Startup Mexico. Dantus will draw upon decades of experience backing high-growth ventures to unpack the mechanics of investment attraction, risk management, and market expansion. His presentation will address how regional founders can structure compelling pitch frameworks and build sustainable business models capable of attracting international venture capital.
Joining Dantus on stage is Colombian entrepreneur and digital transformation strategist Andrea Arnau. With extensive expertise in brand positioning, consumer experience, and disruptive innovation, Arnau will focus her keynote on navigating corporate digitalization and constructing competitive global brands. Her insights will highlight how mid-sized enterprises can leverage emerging technologies to optimize operations and maintain market relevance in rapidly evolving sectors.
Beyond venture strategy and brand positioning, the event recognizes that sustainable enterprise performance requires human stamina. Human nutrition specialist and health entrepreneur Dr. Guillermo Rodríguez Navarrete, publicly known as “Nutrillermo,” will present an analytical take on executive health, dietary optimization, and high-performance daily habits. His segment emphasizes the direct connection between executive well-being, cognitive sharpness, and organizational productivity.
Closing out the speaker agenda is international business strategist, author, and keynote mentor Margarita Pasos. Specializing in high-performance sales, commercial psychology, and organizational leadership, Pasos will offer practical methodologies designed to optimize revenue generation and build resilient sales teams. Her practical frameworks aim to equip participants with concrete techniques to convert commercial leads, negotiate high-stakes deals, and drive predictable top-line growth.
The choice of venue at the Costa Rica Convention Center in Heredia underscores the scale of the gathering, providing infrastructure designed to facilitate cross-industry networking and strategic partnership building. Attendees will participate in structured learning modules focused on core commercial pillars: creating robust venture architectures, launching scalable business initiatives, closing high-value sales, and managing human capital under high-growth conditions.
Registration for the summit is open via the LINKE-ARTE.COM platform, with early-bird pricing tiers starting at $99. Attendees completing the five-hour curriculum will receive an official certificate of participation issued by the Universidad de Negocios San Juan de la Cruz. As Central America’s commercial ecosystem matures, events like “The Mentors – Business Edition” signal a growing demand for specialized, high-level business intelligence across Costa Rica.
For further information, visit the nearest office of Universidad de Negocios San Juan de la Cruz
About Universidad de Negocios San Juan de la Cruz:
Universidad de Negocios San Juan de la Cruz is an accredited private higher education institution in Costa Rica focused on business administration, executive education, and professional development programs tailored to regional commerce.
For further information, visit the nearest office of Centro de Convenciones de Costa Rica
About Centro de Convenciones de Costa Rica:
The Centro de Convenciones de Costa Rica is a premier venue located in Heredia, designed to host major international conventions, corporate conferences, and industrial exhibitions equipped with modern event infrastructure.
For further information, visit bufetedecostarica.com
About Bufete de Costa Rica:
Bufete de Costa Rica has established itself as a premier legal practice built upon an unshakeable foundation of ethical standards and superior advocacy. Drawing on a rich history of guiding clients through multifaceted legal landscapes, the firm continuously adopts progressive strategies while remaining deeply devoted to educational outreach. By prioritizing legal literacy and demystifying complex regulations, Bufete de Costa Rica fulfills its vital mission of strengthening community awareness and inspiring a confident, well-informed public.
