Fields of joy

Due to crises after Hurricane Maria and COVID-19, mental health issues in Puerto Rico intensified, which motivated me to create a foundation that continued the legacy of my wife, Dr. Joy Lynn Suárez, a psychologist and professor who dedicated part of her career to preventing and eradicating bullying. She always had a strong interest in educating about the importance of prioritizing the emotional well-being of young people.

The Fields of Joy Foundation focuses on enhancing the emotional well-being of Puerto Rican children and youth through events like the first Youth Mental Health Summit, held in October 2023. This summit had over 450 attendees and served as a platform for professionals, organizations, students, and the general public to develop collaborative ties to promote a fairer, more empathetic society that prioritizes the emotional health of all.

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I have always been an advocate for entrepreneurship and the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Puerto Rico. I have championed building a solid environment on the island that allows businesses to thrive. As part of this commitment, I founded the EO chapter in Puerto Rico and had the honor of being president for two consecutive years.

The Entrepreneurs Organization is a global nonprofit entity, formerly known as the Young Entrepreneurs Organization, founded in 1987. My goal as president was to ensure a legacy of entrepreneurship on the island and work to strengthen the local entrepreneurial ecosystem. EO provides a community for entrepreneurs, built by entrepreneurs, offering belonging, connections, growth opportunities, and learning in a collaborative environment.