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Export Forum 2-Taking the Mystery out of Grant Funding

Following on the discussions held during our   Export  Forum on April 26, 2012 the Association has joined with Caribbean Export Development Agency (Caribbean Export), to host a Direct Assistance Grant Scheme (DAGS) workshop, and specially invites you to attend this event. The workshop will be held May 29th at the association’s head office, to explain [...]

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iNbox News Bulletin May 15th

Eagerly Awaited Training Programmes Commence Understanding Small Business Management for Growth is the main focus of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) over the next five to six weeks as the Small Business Association (SBA) rolls out its Training and Development programme…..FULL  STORY Tip of the Week Private Sector Stepping Up Member Feature: Paul Clarke Holdings [...]

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SBA Training Programmes Begin

SBA Training Programmes Begin in Earnest   Understanding Small Business Management for Growth is the main focus of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) over the next five to six weeks as the Small Business Association (SBA) rolls out its Training and Development programme. Covering areas such as Basic Accounting, QuickBooks for Small Businesses, Understanding the [...]

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Grievance Handling Workshop

This program is a 2 day workshop designed for managers, supervisors, union officials, and labour relations and human resources professionals responsible for employee relations.  The program will be faciliatated by Ms. Ann Grant of AEG Dispute Resolutions Services Inc.

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Export Forum: Funding Problems Being Addressed

Export Forum: Funding Problems Being Addressed               In an effort to promote the national initiative to stimulate the economy, the Small Business Association (SBA) hosted an Exporters Forum on April 26, 2012 for firms that are exporting and those looking to export, where the constraints affecting the success of [...]

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iNbox News Bulletin May 2nd

Exporters Forum: Funding Problems Being Addressed               In an effort to promote the national initiative to stimulate the economy, the Small Business Association (SBA) hosted an Exporters Meeting on April 26, 2012 for firms that are exporting……FULL  STORY Tip of the Week Grievance Handling Workshop Member Feature: Alshandre Architectural [...]

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iNbox News Bulletin April 17th

Informative Grant Proposal Workshop                   The Grant Proposal Writing workshop presented by Mr. Kirk Brown of CEDA (Caribbean Export Development Agency) was a very enlightening experience for all the leaders of small business organizations that attended.   The CEDA grant fund…..FULL  STORY Tip of the Week 2012 IDEAS [...]

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Training & Development Programmes

        Training and Development courses are being offered by the SBA in association with TVET (Technical & Vocational Education & Training Council).  These courses include Basic Accounting (Start date: May 14th, 2012), Understanding Small Business Management for Growth (Start date: May 15th, 2012), Introduction to Microsoft Office (Start date: May 14th, 2012), [...]

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2012 IDEAS Contest

The 2012 IDEAS contest calls for innovative proposals to promote sustainable energy technologies in the Caribbean The 2012 IDEAS Energy Innovation Contest for the Caribbean was launched on February 15th, 2012. Awards of up to US$200,000 are offered for projects and enterprises which promote energy efficiency and access to renewable energy in the Caribbean region. [...]

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Tip of the Week

            Successful business leaders are engaging in strategic and proactive planning/quality techniques and are on the lookout for new creative opportunities; keeping a hands on approach on their firms and that of their competitors. Beware, close analysis will be done by your competition to capture further market share wherever the [...]

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    • Set a target date

      Whether it's in two years or 10, establish a specific date when you'd like to leave the business. This creates a tangible goal, with milestones and accountability, that will ensure you stay on track. Keep in mind that while a set date is critical to goal achievement, it can (and ...

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    • Secure counsel from a team of advisers

      Exit planning requires the counsel of trusted advisers from different disciplines. This team should minimally include your CPA, a business and estate attorney, a financial adviser, and an exit planning specialist who will coordinate the process and create a holistic game plan.

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    • Write a plan and review annually

      Change is constant. Economic conditions or a myriad of other factors can bring new influences and impacts to your life and on your business. Be proactive and review your exit plan each year with your advisers to determine if any adjustments are necessary.

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