The Caribbean Development Bank will collaborate with the Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce and Cayman Islands Centre for Business Development next week to relaunch the Cayman Islands Small Biz Bootcamp, but this time with a focus of providing women entrepreneurs with the tools, insights and networks they need to thrive in today’s competitive business landscape.
This initiative, which is one of the focal points of the SheTrades Caribbean Hub, will feature three free training sessions held on consecutive nights on Wednesday 6 Aug., Thursday 7 Aug. and Friday 8 Aug.
Kayanne Anderson, SheTrades Caribbean Regional Coordinator, said the partnership between the Chamber of Commerce and the Cayman Islands Centre for Business Development “marks an important and strategic step in our efforts at SheTrades Caribbean and [the Caribbean Development Bank] to increase our support of women entrepreneurs across the region to trade and export”.
Originally launched in 2016, the Cayman Islands Small Biz Bootcamp has helped hundreds of local entrepreneurs tackle real-world challenges through practical, hands-on training Now, with a renewed focus on women in business, the programme draws on the globally recognised SheTrades framework, connecting international best practices with local expertise to deliver high-impact learning experiences.
“Small businesses are the backbone of our economy—and women are at the heart of that story,” said Wil Pineau, CEO of the Chamber. “By relaunching the Small Biz Bootcamp with a focus on women, we’re not just offering training – we’re building a movement for inclusive, sustainable growth.”
Pineau cited several groups of women who would benefit from the training sessions, including those who own or manage a business in the Cayman Islands, entrepreneurs ready to grow, export or scale production, and professionals seeking practical tools for today’s marketplace.
Training sessions for women entrepreneurs
The first session, on 6 Aug., is titled ‘Financing Your Business for Growth’ and will include topics such as accessing capital through grants, loads and angel investors, as well as budgeting and financial planning and tips on how to build creditworthiness.
The second session, on 7 Aug., is called ‘Marketing and Branding in the Digital Age’ and will cover topics like crafting a brand story and value proposition; leveraging social media and digital platforms; and how to implement e-commerce and export ready marketing strategies.
The final session on 8 Aug., is ‘Managing Operations & Preparing For Export’. Topics in this session include time and resource management for small teams; building efficient systems and supply chains; and entering new markets.
All of sessions will be held at the Chamber of Commerce offices in Governors Square from 5:30pm to 7pm., with networking and refreshments following the presentation. Participation is free but registration is required.
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