Paulson is steering its growth strategy towards 2026 | Business Gallery

With nearly $1 billion in planned investment over the next few years, Paulson Puerto Rico begins 2026 focused on maximizing its business lines, expanding strategic projects, and continuing to position Puerto Rico as a world-class investment and development destination.

As part of this next chapter, the company announces the formalization of its executive leadership structure with the appointment of Rolando Padua and Rafael Cedeño Paulson as Co-Chief Executive Officers (Co-CEOs). This decision institutionalizes a leadership model that has guided the company’s sustained growth over the past few years and reinforces the organization’s continuity and strategic alignment.

According to the company, 2025 marked a key milestone in Paulson Puerto Rico’s growth. It was a year of execution, results, and consolidation, in which the company completed more than $150 million in investments across its various business lines, strengthening its presence in strategic sectors and reaffirming its commitment to Puerto Rico’s economic development.

Under this shared leadership, Paulson Puerto Rico has established itself as one of the island’s strongest business platforms, with integrated operations across its hospitality, real estate development, corporate office, and automotive portfolios, as well as a corporate social responsibility strategy conceived as a cross-cutting pillar present in all its operations. This growth is reflected in milestones such as the opening of Four Seasons Resort & Residences Puerto Rico, the conversion of Hotel La Concha to Autograph Collection, and the commencement of world-class residential developments.

As a result of the sustained development of its projects over time, the company now generates a cumulative economic impact equivalent to approximately 3.5% of Puerto Rico’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

“2025 was a year in which we closed significant chapters and strengthened key alliances, working hand in hand with the public sector and non-profit organizations to ensure that our growth goes hand in hand with the sustainable development of the Island. This collective effort, driven by the commitment of our team, allowed us to strengthen our operations and consolidate a vision built on solid and responsible foundations. Today we see the result of that work reflected in the continuity of more than 3,000 jobs, both direct and indirect, which will continue to multiply with the projects we have ahead. Looking to the future, we are prepared to continue generating growth for Puerto Rico,” said Co-CEOs Rolando Padua and Rafael Cedeño in a joint statement.

Paulson Puerto Rico has been established on the Island since 2013. Currently, it is one of the top 10 employers in Puerto Rico.