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Hector Jirau

Director of Parallel18 · Parallel18

San Juan, Other

Hector Jirau leads Parallel18, one of the most recognized startup acceleration and innovation platforms in the Caribbean.

StartupsInnovationVenture GrowthEntrepreneurshipEcosystem DevelopmentAccelerator Programs

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Hector Jirau serves as Director of Parallel18, a world-class startup accelerator based in Puerto Rico that supports high-growth startups from around the globe. Through Parallel18 and the Puerto Rico Science, Technology & Research Trust, he has contributed to strengthening entrepreneurship, innovation, venture growth, and international startup ecosystems throughout the region. He joins Digital Nomad Summit 2026 to discuss innovation, startup acceleration, and ecosystem development.

About Parallel18

Parallel18 is an internationally recognized startup accelerator operated by the Puerto Rico Science, Technology & Research Trust.

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