Clay Martin, founder of Isla Talent, shared how his journey from the Peace Corps to entrepreneurship led him to an unconventional workforce solution: recruiting U.S. citizens from Puerto Rico for mainland employers.

In industries like landscaping, hospitality, manufacturing, and construction, one of the biggest challenges isn’t finding workers—it’s keeping them, especially when it comes to recruiting in Puerto Rico and relocating Puerto Rico workers to jobs in the U.S.

Hiring talented workers from Puerto Rico is a smart move for companies seeking dependable, bilingual, and skilled employees — especially in high-demand industries like hospitality, healthcare, manufacturing, and construction. But hiring is only half the battle. Retaining your Puerto Rican workforce is where long-term value is created.