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SUMMARY:Lauching Your Business Workshop
DESCRIPTION:From Formalisation to Selling\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) invites aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage business owners to join our Launching Your Business Workshop\, a practical programme designed to help you build a strong foundation for business success. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re developing a new idea or preparing to bring your product to market\, this workshop will provide the knowledge and tools needed to confidently start and grow your business. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll LearnDuring this interactive workshop\, participants will learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nDevelop the mindset of a successful entrepreneur\n\n\n\nDesign products and services for the right target market\n\n\n\nCreate effective marketing strategies to attract customers\n\n\n\nUnderstand costing and pricing to improve profitability\n\n\n\nNavigate the journey from business formalisation to selling\n\n\n\nWorkshop Details\n\n\n\n\nInvestmentCost: JMD $4\,000 for the entire programmePayment Deadline: Friday\, July 31\, 2026 \n\n\n\nTake the first step towards building a sustainable and profitable business. Spaces are limited\, so secure your spot today.Email: workshops@jbdc.netTelephone: 876-928-5161-6 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.jbdc.net/event/lauching-your-business-workshop/
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SUMMARY:JBDC Virtual Biz Zone Export Series: Assessing Export Readiness
DESCRIPTION:Join the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) for another insightful session in the JBDC Virtual Biz Zone Export Series\, designed to equip Micro\, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) with the knowledge and tools needed to compete in international markets. \n\n\n\nAssessing Export Readiness\n\n\n\nBefore entering global markets\, every business needs to determine whether it has the capacity\, systems and strategy to export successfully. This webinar will guide entrepreneurs through the essential factors to consider when evaluating export readiness and preparing for sustainable international growth. \n\n\n\nThe session will be facilitated by Ms. Jeanelle Brown\, Senior Officer\, Exporter Facilitation at JAMPRO\, who will share practical insights on preparing your business for export opportunities. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\n\n\nHow to determine if your business is export-ready\n\n\n\nKey requirements for entering international markets\n\n\n\nCommon challenges faced by first-time exporters\n\n\n\nStrategies to strengthen your export potential\n\n\n\nResources and support available to Jamaican exporters\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nPresenter: Ms. Jeanelle Brown\, Senior Officer\, Exporter Facilitation\, JAMPRODate: Tuesday\, August 11\, 2026Time: 10:00 a.m.Location: Online via ZoomRegistration Deadline: Monday\, August 10\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRESERVE YOUR SPOT
URL:https://www.jbdc.net/event/jbdc-virtual-biz-zone-export-series-assessing-export-readiness/
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SUMMARY:JBDC Virtual Biz Zone Export Series: Preparing Products for the International Market
DESCRIPTION:Join the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) for another informative session in the JBDC Virtual Biz Zone Export Series\, designed to help Micro\, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) build the knowledge and capabilities needed to succeed in international markets. \n\n\n\nPreparing Products for the International MarketSuccessfully entering export markets requires more than a great product—it demands compliance with international standards\, quality assurance\, proper packaging\, labelling and market readiness. \n\n\n\nThis webinar\, presented by the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ)\, will provide practical guidance on preparing products to meet global market requirements and customer expectations. Participants will gain valuable insights into the standards and best practices that can improve product competitiveness and support successful market entry. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\n\n\nThe importance of product standards for export success\n\n\n\nKey quality and compliance requirements for international markets\n\n\n\nBest practices for product packaging and labelling\n\n\n\nHow to improve product competitiveness\n\n\n\nSteps to prepare your products for export opportunities\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nPresenter: Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ)Date: Tuesday\, August 18\, 2026Time: 10:00 a.m.Location: Online via ZoomRegistration Deadline: Monday\, August 17\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRESERVE YOUR SPOT
URL:https://www.jbdc.net/event/jbdc-virtual-biz-zone-export-series-preparing-products-for-the-international-market/
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