Startup Unidos

We are a community of binational believers and changemakers, rooted in Southern Arizona and Northern Sonora. Startup Unidos (SU) is dedicated to empowering underserved border communities through innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship. By nurturing emerging companies, growing businesses, and building future-ready workforces, we turn challenges at the border into opportunities. Our Mission: Startup Unidos is a catalyst for long-term growth and success in the borderlands. Through bilingual, culturally anchored programs, we empower individuals and organizations to overcome systemic barriers, fostering meaningful, life-changing impacts. Our Vision: We aim to ignite and sustain the US/MEX Entrepreneurship Ecosystem through dynamic partnerships and coalitions. By strengthening education, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing, we help communities thrive across both sides of the border. What We Do: At Startup Unidos, we empower people to transform their circumstances. By identifying gaps and investing in innovative solutions, we create real change in: Community Engagement: Building inclusive, resilient communities through cross-border collaboration. Entrepreneurship & Business Support: Providing tools, mentorship, and resources to help businesses grow. Education & Capacity Building: Equipping individuals with the skills needed to thrive in evolving economies. Our Approach: Startup Unidos unites industry, government, academia, and grassroots networks with a binational and bilingual strategy to deliver impactful programs. We are focused on the work, not defined by it—empowering individuals to reimagine their futures and take action. Join Us: Be part of a movement that’s reshaping the Arizona-Sonora border region. Together, we’re not just building businesses—we’re building bridges.