Youth Entrepreneurs Shine at

7th Annual SSEP Showcase

On Friday July 19th over 50 people stopped by to support and encourage the young entrepreneurs of the Summer Student Entrepreneur Program. The event featured six youth entrepreneurs, each eager to present their businesses to the public. The eight-week program designed to develop young Bermudians into the island’s next wave of entrepreneurs. The showcase event was a fantastic experience for our young entrepreneurs. They have now had the chance to interact with the public, build their confidence, and showcase their hard work and creativity.

BEDC Celebrated International Cooperatives Day

BEDC proudly joined the global community in celebrating International Cooperative Day on Saturday, July 6th. Celebrated annually on the first Saturday of July since 1923, this day highlights cooperatives' crucial role in fostering economic growth, social development, and community resilience. This year’s theme was “Cooperatives for Climate Action." Cooperatives worldwide exemplify this theme by focusing on sustainable development and environmental stewardship. Cooperatives are a cornerstone of our economic and social fabric. They are not solely about generating profits for their members but are deeply rooted in their communities. On International Cooperative Day, we celebrate their vital contributions to building a sustainable future and combating climate change.

Entrepreneurs Elevate with Social Media Mastery Webinar

BEDC, in partnership with Amrita Bhalla of Performance Solutions, hosted a webinar titled “Social Media Mastery: Elevate Your Brand on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn." This event was designed to equip entrepreneurs with the practical tools to build a solid online presence and engage effectively through social media, empowering them to take control of their digital strategy. In this informative session, participants will learn techniques to grow their online community and enhance their business. The webinar covered tips for creating engaging and effective content and strategies for efficiently utilizing platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Wave of Opportunity

Pitch Competition

Applications Now Open!

Global Atlantic is collaborating with the BEDC to launch the second annual Wave of Opportunity Pitch Competition. This event, aimed at budding entrepreneurs to showcase their ideation and innovation, is now held annually due to its overwhelming success, and is now accepting applications. Successful applicants will eventually convene on Thursday, November 21 at a live, judged competition that will serve as an official event during Global Entrepreneurship Week – a leading celebration of the innovators and job creators who launch start-ups that bring ideas to life, drive economic growth and expand human welfare.

Business Essentials Lunch & Learn is a Success!

Held on Thursday, July 25th, "Business Essentials: Step-by-Step Business Registration from Application to Compliance.” was an informative session that occurred in the training room at the BEDC Headquarters. The event attracted over 30 attendees and was designed to guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the essential steps of registering a business in Bermuda. Attendees received comprehensive insights into the entire process, from application to ensuring compliance, including how to correctly apply for business registration, avoid common pitfalls, and understand key documents.