CDB and MDB Launch Study on Innovative Contingent Capital Facility

CDB and MDB Launch Study on Innovative Contingent Capital Facility

By Caribbean Business Report  The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB, the Bank), and the Multilateral Development Bank (MDB) Challenge Fund, have launched a pioneering feasibility study to design a new Contingent Capital Facility for multilateral development banks.  This 12-month pilot project will examine innovative ways to strengthen capital adequacy, enhance lending capacity, and improve CDB’s financial […]

Why Caribbean American Women Bring a Vital Perspective to Leadership in Today’s Corporate America

Why Caribbean American Women Bring a Vital Perspective to Leadership in Today’s Corporate America

Photo courtesy of Dr. Kerry Mitchell Brown By drawing on cultural intelligence, resilience, and community-centered values, Caribbean American women offer a powerful leadership model for this moment. In 2025, as many U.S. organizations recalibrate their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts under public and political pressure, Dr. Kerry Mitchell Brown believes a valuable leadership perspective is being overlooked. A […]

Attorney General James Advances Legislation to Protect Small Businesses & Consumers

Attorney General James Advances Legislation to Protect Small Businesses & Consumers

FAIR Business Practices Act Will Strengthen NY’s Consumer Protection Law, Help Lower Costs, Reduce Junk Fees, and Stop Predatory Lenders Legislation Follows Federal Cuts and Weakening of National Consumer Protection Agencies NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined supporters to rally for the passage of the Fostering Affordability and Integrity through […]

The Silent Partners: Navigating Family Indifference and Entitlement in Business Ownership

The Silent Partners: Navigating Family Indifference and Entitlement in Business Ownership

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The Law Firm of Figeroux & Associates Website: www.askthelawyer.us  The dream of building a successful business often intertwines with the hope of creating a legacy, a venture that not only provides financial security but also involves and benefits the family. However, for many entrepreneurs, this idyllic vision can sour when faced […]

Business Ownership and Family Dynamics: Navigating Indifference, Entitlement, and Cultural Challenges

Business Ownership and Family Dynamics: Navigating Indifference, Entitlement, and Cultural Challenges

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The Law Firm of Figeroux & Associates Website: www.askthelawyer.us  Owning a business is often romanticized as the path to financial freedom and generational wealth. But for many entrepreneurs, the reality is far more complicated—especially when family members or a spouse benefit financially from the business while offering little or no support […]

Celebrating Small Business Month: Honoring Caribbean, Immigrant, and Local Entrepreneurs in New York

Celebrating Small Business Month: Honoring Caribbean, Immigrant, and Local Entrepreneurs in New York

By Chris Tobias  May is Small Business Month, and New York is spotlighting the rich diversity and vital contributions of Caribbean and immigrant-owned businesses that drive the heartbeat of our economy. This year’s theme, “Rooted in Resilience, Growing Together,” reflects the strength and unity of New York’s diverse small business community. From mom-and-pop shops in the Bronx […]

Restaurant Failures in NYC and Losing Your Life’s Savings

Restaurant Failures in NYC and Losing Your Life’s Savings

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The restaurant industry in New York City (NYC) is renowned for its diversity and vibrancy, yet it faces significant challenges, particularly concerning the sustainability of new establishments. A notable concern is the high failure rate of restaurants within their initial years of operation. Understanding these challenges is crucial for aspiring restaurateurs […]

Entrepreneurship World Cup 2025 is Open and is Accepting Applications

Entrepreneurship World Cup 2025 is Open and is Accepting Applications

By Caribbean Business Report | Editorial credit: Juan Alejandro Bernal /shutterstock.com  Top startups will advance through training programs, bootcamps, and compete for US$1 million in prizes at the Global Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC) is one of the largest and most diverse startup competitions globally, offering entrepreneurs access to funding, […]

BOSL Fund Management Company Launches Inaugural OECS Global Investment Summit

BOSL Fund Management Company Launches Inaugural OECS Global Investment Summit

The OECS stands at a pivotal moment, with evolving global markets, rising in vestor confidence, and a renewed push toward economic transformation and competitiveness. To position the region for long-term success, the BOSL Fund Management Company is hosting the inaugural OECS Investment Summit (OGIS) from May 28th – 30th, 2025 at Royalton Saint Lucia. BOSL […]

UK Commits $1 Million to Accelerate Trade Facilitation for Developing Countries

UK Commits $1 Million to Accelerate Trade Facilitation for Developing Countries

By Caribbean Business Report  The United Kingdom has announced nearly $1 million in new funding to extend the decade long “Accelerate trade facilitation” programme for another year. Established in 2015, the programme is a collaborative initiative led by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD), His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) of the United Kingdom, and the […]