TOGETHER WE STARTUP!

What is Startup Unidos?

Startup Unidos is an organization dedicated to fostering collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurship in underserved border communities along the USA-Mexico border since 2015.

We support emerging companies, promote growth in existing businesses, build the future workforce, and help partner organizations reach underserved areas. Our initiatives include bilingual workshops and programs focused on bicultural andbinational youth workforce development, impacting thousands of individuals across the region.

Our Mission

Startup Unidos is dedicated to transforming the U.S.-Mexico borderlands into thriving hubs of opportunity by empowering communities often overlooked. As the only organization of its kind, we champion the success of small businesses, youth, and underserved populations through innovative, culturally anchored programs that bridge diverse networks across industry, government, academia, and grassroots movements.

Our mission is to turn the unique challenges of the borderlands into powerful opportunities for economic and social development, fostering sustainable growth and prosperity along the entire border region.

Our Vision

To expand our impact across the entire U.S.-Mexico borderlands, becoming the leading organization dedicated to fostering cross-border innovation and economic growth in these regions. We strive to create a dynamic, bilingual, and binational ecosystem where diverse communities collaborate seamlessly to drive sustainable development. As the only organization of its kind, Startup Unidos is committed to building bridges across cultures, economies, and borders, ensuring that the unique potential of every borderland community is realized and celebrated.

We aim to transform these regions into global models of entrepreneurship and workforce development, where local talent is nurtured, businesses thrive from startup to scale-up, and collaboration across borders fuels enduring prosperity.

Know The Team!

Stephanie Bermudez

Founder & CEO

A visionary entrepreneur with a decade of experience in cross-border economic development. She connects the Arizona-Sonora business ecosystem, focusing on youth entrepreneurship and business growth.

Martha Tapia

Business Support and Digital Communications

Specializing in business coaching, digital communications, and social media strategies. She helps businesses with branding, marketing, and digital presence while managing content and branding for initiatives.

Jose Durazo

Business Development Strategist

Tech and business development expert with a strong focus on cross-border market expansion. He helps startups scale through AI, automation, and strategic growth.

Adriana Cañedo

Creative Services Designer,

Specializing in human-centered design, sustainability, and multimedia arts. She enhances communication through compelling visuals, contributing to projects like Waste Binn and Borderoots.