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EO Dominican Republic

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About EO Dominican Republic

About EO Dominican Republic

EO Dominican Republic brings together founders navigating growth in one of the Caribbean’s most vibrant and resilient economies. With a strategic location, stable political environment, and expanding tourism, agriculture, logistics, and fintech sectors, the country supports entrepreneurship that is both regional and globally ambitious. Members lead companies across construction, renewable energy, hospitality, consumer goods, technology, and import/export. Many operate cross-border, managing ventures with footprints in the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean. Others focus on local expansion, scaling companies that support national infrastructure, education, and innovation. The chapter emphasizes execution amid complexity. Peer forums provide a platform for sharing strategy around succession, governance, regulatory adaptation, and international expansion. The group includes both family-business leaders and founders of fast-growing startups, creating a diverse yet focused environment. EO Dominican Republic is deeply engaged in national development. Members support rural entrepreneurship programs, vocational training, and sustainability initiatives that contribute to inclusive growth. Many also mentor emerging founders, advise on economic policy, or contribute to public-private sector dialogue. Culturally, this is a chapter built on trust and long-term thinking. Members value both personal relationships and operational rigor. Conversations are direct, constructive, and grounded in experience—not ego. There’s a shared recognition that growth is inseparable from stability—and that leadership must be both resilient and responsive. For founders operating in a country where opportunity and challenge often arrive together, EO Dominican Republic offers more than insight—it provides alignment. This chapter supports those who lead deliberately, build with purpose, and see their companies as part of the country’s broader progress.

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EO para mi es como el espacio donde puedo ser yo, es una comunidad donde puedo compartir con todos mis hermanos EO'rs. Y, es la plataforma donde puedo capacitarme y aprender de cada una de las experiencias de todos.

Zoraida Garcia, EO Dominican Republic
Zoraida Garcia,
EO Dominican Republic
Jose Luis Thomas,
EO Dominican Republic

Mi nombre es José Luis Thomas, miembro del Foro 1 y fundador de la organización. Debo admitir que cuando fundamos EO no teníamos mucha idea de la aventura y la travesía en la que nos estábamos metiendo. Sin embargo, también debo admitir que ha sido una de las mejores decisiones que he tomado en mi vida. EO ha sido para mí un espacio de apoyo, de desahogo, de hermandad con miembros de todo tipo de trayectorias, y el aprendizaje que hemos construido como foro —y a nivel personal— no tiene precio.

Jose Luis Thomas, EO Dominican Republic

Para mí, EO es hermandad y es historia, porque tuve el privilegio de ser parte de los fundadores. EO es soporte, es familia: mi esposa forma parte de EO, mi familia también ha participado, y eso convierte a esta organización en un espacio que trasciende lo profesional. EO es una comunidad a través de la cual uno recibe muchísimo, pero también se siente agraciado de poder aportar. Para mí, es un beneficio mutuo: uno siente la capacidad de servir y, al mismo tiempo, recibe el apoyo de una colectividad cuyos principios no se basan únicamente en hacer dinero, sino en generar valor para nosotros y para la comunidad en general.

Fernando Cantisano, EO Dominican Republic
Fernando Cantisano,
EO Dominican Republic
Donald Pimentel,
EO Dominican Republic

Mi nombre es Donald Pimentel, soy miembro del Foro 1. Para mí, EO significa acceso a un grupo de asesores y consultores que están disponibles 24/7. Me han acompañado en todo el trayecto. Ya somos parte de esta familia desde hace más de 20 años, y de verdad que hemos logrado mucho juntos. Esperamos seguir logrando mucho más.

Donald Pimentel, EO Dominican Republic
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Frequently Asked Questions

Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) membership is designed for founders and business owners who want to connect with peers facing similar challenges and opportunities.

To qualify, you must be the founder, co-founder, owner, or controlling shareholder of a business with at least US$1 million in annual revenue.

Venture-backed companies may also qualify if they have raised at least US$2 million privately or US$5 million publicly and have at least 10 full-time employees.

If you meet the qualifications, apply for membership. Your local chapter will review your application, confirm eligibility, and contact you for an interview. If accepted, you will complete orientation and Forum training and begin accessing EO experiences, including Forum, chapter and global events, learning opportunities, and connections across the EO community.

EO members pay annual Global dues of US$2,630, plus a one-time US$3,500 initiation fee. Chapter dues vary by location.

Not yet at US$1 million in annual revenue? Learn about EO Accelerator, designed for entrepreneurs building toward EO membership.