Entrepreneurship and Competitiveness in Latin America
The Entrepreneurship and Competitiveness in Latin America (ECLA) program at Columbia Business School is exclusively for entrepreneurs from mid-sized Latin American companies seeking to expand and compete more effectively in today’s global environment. ECLA equips entrepreneurs with the skills, tools, and network to professionalize and grow their businesses. A key component of the program is that each firm participates with 2 leaders. This ensures a shared mindset and experience that enables decision-makers to implement methodologies and changes within their companies.
ECLA Alumni in the News
- Clandestina (ECLA '17) becomes the first Cuban clothing company to ship globally, employing creative ways around both the regime and the US embargo.
- Clandestina (ECLA '17) and their stylish designs are featured in both the NY Times and Vogue.
- Sure We Can (ECLA '17) is profiled in this piece, which highlights the "canners" they serve and their aim to elevate them socially and financially.
- UruIT (ECLA '17) is Company of the Year at the 2017 Nexus Illuminate Award.
- 123Seguro (ECLA '17): Written by their advisor, Bob Dorf for Inc. Magazine, this article explores how the Ferrari brothers found a balance between automation and human interaction to skyrocket sales.
- ArchDaily (ECLA '15): In honor of their 9th anniversary, see these drawings designed by 9 world-renowned architects inspired by the ArchDaily logo.
Download a copy of the ECLA '27-28 Brochure.
Applications for the ECLA Class of 2028 are now live! This twelve-month program starts in January 2027.
To learn more about the ECLA Program, the application process, and the cohort experience, we invite you to join our next event in our Small Group Coffee Chat Series on June 26 from 10:00–11:00 AM EST. This is a great opportunity to connect with the ECLA team, ask questions, and hear directly about the program experience.