Caribbean Export organized the Caribbean Investment Forum 2023 under the theme: "A Bold New Caribbean." Anticipated to draw over 800 delegates, investors, captains of industry, and businesses from across the region and beyond, it promises to be the pinnacle gathering of Caribbean businesses for the year. Captains of Industry shared invaluable insights: • Nicholas Rees emphasized the paramount importance of innovation, adaptation, and collaboration between businesses and governments. • Gillian Charles-Gollop underscored the significance of sustainability and its enduring benefits for businesses. • Ronald Ramjattan illuminated the untapped potential in agriculture, highlighting the pivotal role of entrepreneurship and innovation in Caribbean economic development. • Andrew Mendes, our very own MD, highlighted the need for diversification and substantial investment in skills development. • Moderator Diane Edwards echoed the essence of vision, determination, and the indispensable role of the private sector in shaping the future of the Caribbean. Farfan & Mendes Perspective: Andrew Mendes brought a powerful message to the forefront, emphasizing the imperative of diversification and substantial investment in skills development. Our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and unlocking the untapped potential in various sectors aligns seamlessly with the bold vision for a new Caribbean. Join Us in Shaping the Future! Farfan & Mendes is proud to be part of the conversation driving innovation, sustainability, and economic development in the Caribbean. Let's shape a Bold New Caribbean together! #CIF2023 #CaribbeanBusiness #InnovationLeadership #SustainabilityMatters #FarfanAndMendes #boldnewcaribbean https://www.caribbeaninvestmentforum.com/
CIF DAY 2 was a resounding success! Incredible day of insights and discussions! Here's a quick roundup: Our Ministerial roundtable started the day with a bang! Ministers Cooper, Walrond, and Isa Contreas took the stage to discuss connecting trade and investment for Caribbean transformation. 🌍🤝 Are their Unicorns in the Caribbean? 🦄 Nicholas Brathwaite of CelestaCapital joined us virtually, sharing his vast venture capital experience with moderator JoEllen Laryea. Very inspiring conversation for Caribbean entrepreneurs! 💼 🏆 Keeghan Patrick triumphed in the “Survival of the Pitchest“ Draper Start-Up House CARICOM Pitch Competition. Keeghan won with his pitch for "Rifbid," a project developed by Orbtronics. We closed the day with engaging panel discussions led by Caribbean business leaders and logistics experts. Lot’s of knowledge sharing and connections. 📊 CIF Closed with a Major Announcement - The Cooperative Republic of Guyana will host #CIF2024. Huge thanks to the Bahamas for being an incredible host for #CIF2023. 🇬🇾🇧🇸 Visit us online to get access to our exclusive investor catologue. Only at www.caribbeaninvestmentforum.com 🌴🚀 #CaribbeanTransformation #Boldnewcaribbean
The #CCSA is at the Caribbean Investment Forum 2023! 🔥 Captains of Industry Fire-Side Chat: "Unpacking the Bold New Caribbean - What it takes to Evolve and Become" Featuring: Nicholas Rees, Co-Founder & Chairman - Kanoo Pays Gillian Charles-Gollop, Executive Director - Corporate Banking & Sustainable Finance - CIBC First Caribbean International Bank Ronald Ramjattan, Founder & CEO - Baron Foods (St. Lucia) Ltd. Andrew Mendes, Managing Director - Farfan & Mendes Moderated by Diane Edwards, Director - MSBM Consultancy A dynamic discussion on shaping the future of the Caribbean! 🌴💼 #CIF2023 #CaribbeanInvestment #BoldNewCaribbean
The Embassy of The Bahamas to the Kingdom of Belgium is thrilled to announce its active involvement in supporting and participating in the highly anticipated 2023 Caribbean Investment Forum ( #CIF2023) set to take place at Atlantis, Paradise Island, from October 23rd to 25th, 2023. Under the theme "A Bold New Caribbean," the event is organized by the Caribbean Export Development Agency, in partnership with the Government of The Bahamas and the European Union. The 2023 Caribbean Investment Forum launch event, held at Atlantis in Nassau, showcased the transformative potential of the forum. Distinguished stakeholders and industry leaders gathered to discuss partnerships, strategies, and pathways aimed at reshaping the economic landscape of the Caribbean. The event laid the groundwork for CIF2023, which is anticipated to be a catalyst for regional economic growth. Read full article: https://wp.me/pd8W0l-Od | Learn more about event: https://bit.ly/47Uak3A · · · About The Embassy, Belgium: The Embassy of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas to the Kingdom of Belgium liaises with the Bahamas High Commission in London to perform a number of consular functions, including the processing and issuance of visas, the issuance of passports, the legalisation of documents, and assistance to Bahamian nationals in distress. For more info: https://bahamasembassybe.com/ #TheBahamas #Embassy #TheCommonwealth #KingdomofBelgium #HerExcellency #CherylBazard #CommonwealthWomen #CIF2023 #CaribbeanInvestmentForum #BoldNewCaribbean #EconomicGrowth #InvestmentOpportunities #RegionalDevelopment #SustainableGrowth #BusinessCollaboration #InvestmentForum #TheBahamas #DiplomaticEngagement #EconomicProsperity #Entrepreneurship #StrategicPartnerships #InvestmentDestination #Agritech #RenewableEnergy #DigitalBusiness #LogisticsAndTransport #DiplomacyInAction
Join Caribbean Export today August 21st at 10 am for the official launch event of the Caribbean Investment Forum! 🎉 Discover what's in store at #CIF2023. Join virtually: https://bit.ly/3saI5O3 #BoldNewCaribbean
Join CEDA at 10 am on August 21, for the official launch event of the Caribbean Investment Forum! 🎉 Discover what's in store at #CIF2023. Join us virtually: https://bit.ly/3saI5O3 #BoldNewCaribbean
🚀 Join us at 10 am on August 21, for the official launch event of the Caribbean Investment Forum! 🎉 Discover what's in store at #CIF2023. Click the 'Events' tab #linkinbio👆 to register. #BoldNewCaribbean