Family or ‘fambili’, as Jamaicans love to say, is everything. And in business, it’s no different. Desilva Hall Designs honours this notion by placing family at the centre of its […]
This June, the Entrepreneur Weekly highlights family-owned businesses. Many Jamaican businesses are family-owned, contributing meaningfully to employment, community development, and the informal economy. Some of these businesses have gained a competitive advantage […]
For many Micro, Small & Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in Jamaica, exporting goods and services is the next big step toward scaling their businesses. But that step often feels like a […]
For many entrepreneurs, the idea of business seems exciting until the reality of taxation hits. Suddenly, fear sets in as the business owner ruminates on perceived loss of money, lack […]
Operating successfully in the micro, small and medium-sized enterprise (MSME) sector means strategically positioning your business for growth. Registering your business with the Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) is not […]
Whether you’re bottling a beverage or packaging a snack, your product needs more than great taste. It must meet a range of industry standards, from nutritional content to microbiological safety, […]
When people hear the term “Special Economic Zone” (SEZ), they often picture large corporations – Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) firms, multi-national giants, or automotive companies. However, Jamaica’s Special Economic Zones […]
A major challenge for entrepreneurs in the Micro, Small & Medium-sized enterprises (MSME) sector is accessing finance to support the growth of their business. The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), […]
Micro, Small & Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of Jamaica’s economy, but when it comes to exporting, they hit a wall. Why? Because exporting is like a puzzle where […]
“If a person needed this service, they would probably have to travel into Kingston or St. Catherine. So, I saw that need… and I got certified for it, which means […]