Opening Ceremony & Cocktail Reception
Grand Opening (Welcome and Opening Remarks)
Master of Ceremony - Anastarcia Palacious (Certified Transformational Trainer, TV Host, Best-selling Author)
Deodat Maharaj, Executive Director - Caribbean Export Development Agency
Dr Lynette Holder – Chair of the Board of Directors, Caribbean Export Development Agency
Dr. Carla N.Barnett, Secretary General, CARICOM Secretariat
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Partner's Remarks
Therese Turner Jones, Director - Projects, Caribbean Development Bank
H.E. Marianne Van Steen, Ambassador to The Bahamas, Belize, Jamaica, The Cayman Islands and Turks and Caicos Islands - European Union Delegation
4:35 pm - 4:55 pm
Introduction of the Prime Minister
The Hon. I. Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister - The Bahamas, Government of the Bahamas
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Keynote Address
The Hon. Philip Davis, Prime Minister - The Bahamas, Government of the Bahamas
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Cocktail Reception & Cultural Presentation
5:40 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration & Check-In
7:50 am - 8:50 am
The Preamble - Setting the Pace for What is to Come
Master of Ceremonies - Anastarcia Palacious (Certified Transformational Trainer, TV Host, Best-selling Author)
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
8:50 am - 8:55 am
Opening Remarks and Welcome
Deodat Maharaj, Executive Director - Caribbean Export Development Agency
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
8:55 am - 9:05 am
Feature Address - Spotlighting the Caribbean for Investment
Hon. Chester Cooper (Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation) Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation: The Bahamas
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
9:10 am - 9:40 am
Keynote Address: Leveraging Artifical Intelligence for Economic Development
Paul Ahlstrom, Managing Director - Alta Ventures
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
9:40 am - 10:30 am
MOU Signing - Caribbean Export and Republic Bank Financial Holdings Ltd
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
10:30 am - 10:40 am
Coffee Break & Tour of Exhibition Hall
10:40 am - 11:10 am
Innovative Sustainable Financing in the Post-COVID Caribbean
Nigel Baptiste, President & CEO - Republic Financial Holdings Ltd
Dr. Stacy Richards-Kennedy, Caribbean Representative - Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean
Nerisha Farquharson, Vice President - Private Capital, Proven Group
Okechukwu Ihejirika, Acting Chief Operations Officer - Caribbean Office, Africa Export Import Bank
John Eleoterio, Managing Director - Goldman Sachs Sustainability Banking Group
Yves Ferreira, Regional Representative for the Caribbean - European Investment Bank
Moderator - Navin Dookeran, Chief Executive Officer, Export Import Bank of Trinidad & Tobago
11:10 am - 12:00 pm
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
Greening the Caribbean One Investment at a Time
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
Dwight Dacosta, Senior Business Developer - HDF Energy
Mervyn Farroe, Regional Representative - USAID / ESC
Phillip Julien, Founder & Chairman - Kenesjay Green
Filipe De La Mota, Team Leader, EU Caribbean Regional Programmes
Moderator - Dr. Jacqui Bend, Managing Director - CIBC First Caribbean - Bahamas
12:20 pm - 1:10 pm
CIF Showcase: Lessons from the Frontlines of the Renewable Energy Revolution
Aaron Bielenberg, Managing Director & Partner - Boston Consulting Group
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
1:20 pm - 1:40 pm
EU-LAC Digital Accelerator Presentation
Sergio Bandinelli, Business Director - Tecnalia Ventures
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
1:40 pm - 2:10 pm
Networking Lunch
2:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Renewable Energy and AgTech Investment Village
Ahmed Badr, Director - Project Facilitation & Support Division - International Renewable Energy Agency
Danielle Abrahams, Executive Director - Volcani International Partnerships
Racquel Moses, Chief Executive Officer - Caribbean Climate Smart Accelerator
Aaron Bielenberg, Managing Director & Partner - Boston Consulting Group
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
3:00 pm - 5:10 pm
EU-LAC Digital Accelerator (TECNALIA) Registration Required
Sergio Bandinelli, Business Director - TECNALIA Ventures
Juan Garate Head - AI and Big Data, TECNALIA
Paco Prieto Project Manager - Strategy & Business Intelligence, TECNALIA
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Opportunity Centre - B2B Meetings
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
ICT, Logistics and Transport Investment Village
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
4:20 pm - 6:00 pm
Pulling Down the Curtain on Day 1
5:50 PM - 5:55 pm
Draper Start-Up House Pitch Competition (Invitation Only)
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
CIF Elite Connect: Where Visionaries Unite - Exclusive Business Mixer (VIP Event)
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Draper Start-Up House CARICOM Pitch Competition
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
A Deeper Dive
Registration & Check-In
8:00 - 8:50 am
Recap of Day 1
Master of Ceremonies - Anastarcia Palacious (Certified Transformational Trainer, TV Host, Best-selling Author)
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
9:00 am - 9:04 am
Remarks
Felix Fernandez-Shaw, Director for Latin America - Caribbean and relation with the Overseas countries and Territories, European Union
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
9:04 am - 9:09 am
Ministerial Roundtable: The Trade Investment Nexus Towards Creating a Bold New Caribbean
Right Hon. Denzil Douglas, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Economic Development, International Trade, Investment, Industry and Commerce - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Economic Development, International Trade, Investment, Industry and Commerce : St. Kitts and Nevis
Hon. Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation - Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation: The Bahamas
Hon. Oneidge Walrond, Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce - Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Guyana
Hon. Pavel Isa Contreras, Minister of Economy, Planning and Development - Ministry of Economy, Planning and Development - Dominican Republic
Hon. Denzil Douglas, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Economic Development, International Trade, Investment, Industry and Commerce - St Kitts and Nevis
Moderator - Deodat Maharaj, Executive Director - Caribbean Export Development Agency
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
9:10 am - 10:00 am
Fireside Keynote - Preparing the Caribbean's Next Unicorn: Disruptive Technologies and the Venture Capital Ecosystem
Dr. Nicholas Brathwaite, Founding Managing Partner - Celesta Capital
Moderator - JoEllen Laryea, Manager - Communications, Partnerships & Advocacy - Caribbean Export Development Agency
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
10:10 am - 10:50 am
Coffee Break & Tour of Exhibition Hall
10:50 - 11:20 am
Captains of Industry Fire-Side Chat: Unpacking the Bold New Caribbean - What it takes to Evolve and Become
Nicholas Rees, Co-Founder & Chairman - Kanoo Pays
Gillian Charles - Gollop, Executive Director - Corporate Banking & Sustainable Finance - CIBC First Caribbean International Bank
Ronald Ramjattan, Founder & CEO - Baron Foods (St. Lucia) Ltd.
Andrew Mendes, Managing Director - Farfan & Mendes
Moderator - Diane Edwards, Director - MSBM Consultancy
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
11:20 am - 12:10 pm
CIF Showcase - Ships May Even Fly: Promoting Investment in Logistics and Transportation
Bill Peterson, Founder & CEO - Flying Ship Technologies
Darwin Telemaque, Chairman - Port Management Association of the Caribbean
Hannah Swift, Country Manager - Caribbean, Virgin Atlantic
Doug Cowper, Vice President, Tropical Shipping - Bahamas
Moderator - Joseph Cox, Assistant Secretary General, CARICOM Secretariat
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
12:20 pm - 1:20 pm
Launch of the Caribbean Investment Forum 2024
Hon. Oneidge Walrond, Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Guyana
Hon. I. Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister - The Bahamas, Government of the Bahamas
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
1:20 pm - 1:30 pm
Closing Remarks
Moderator - Leo Naut, Deputy Executive Director - Caribbean Export Development Agency
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
1:30 pm - 1:35 pm
Networking Lunch
1:30 - 2:30 pm
Opportunity Centre - B2B Meetings
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
ICT & Renewable Energy Investment Village
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Country Pitches
New Markets, New Investments for New Times
H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary general, African continental Free Trade Area (Afcfta)
2:30 pm - 5:15 pm
INVESTMENT
Villages
Unlock investment potential at the CIF2023 Investment Villages. The four investment villages will focus on the key sectors (AgTech, ICT, Renewable Energy and Logistics & Shipping) and provide a platform for large-scale bankable projects to be presented to the attending investment audience.
CARIBBEAN INVESTMENT FORUM
Showcases
Explore case-studies highlighting innovative ideas and support ecosystems for investment promotion in the Caribbean.
EXCLUSIVE SIDE-EVENTS
CIF – Elite Connect: Where Visionaries Unite
An Unmatched Affair for Ultra High-Net Worth Investors: Join us for an exclusive, invitation-only experience designed solely for VIP guests and esteemed investors. This intimate side event ensures privacy and cultivates an environment where meaningful connections are made, unveiling remarkable investment opportunities.
Join us for an unparalleled chance to build relationships and delve into lucrative ventures, all amidst the splendor of opulent luxury and awe-inspiring ocean views on Paradise Island.
And More...
There is so much in store! Do not miss out on CIF’s powerhouse keynote addresses, engaging panel discussions, intimate fire-side chats, productive opportunity centers, and vibrant business mixers with a global network of thought leaders.
Tickets
Delegate - Regular
usd 800
Early bird tickets available for USD $680 until August 31st, 2023.
VIEW Details
- Welcome Kit
- Access to the event
- Attendee certificate (e-certificate)
- Network coffee break
- Opening ceremony
- Investment Villages
- Opportunity Centres - B2B Meetings
Delegate - Group
usd 680*
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Discount on Regular Delegate Ticket for groups of 5 or more. 15% off – USD 680 per delegate
- Welcome Kit
- Access to the event
- Attendee certificate (e-certificate)
- Network coffee break
- Opening ceremony
- Investment Villages
- Opportunity Centres - B2B Meetings
Delegate - VIP
usd 2,000
Early bird tickets available for USD $1,700 until August 31st, 2023.
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Limited supply of VIP tickets. Everything on the regular ticket plus:
- VIP Preferential Seating
- CIF - Elite Connect (Exclusive Side-Event with Professional Investors)
- Dedicated Registration
- VIP Lounge with Deluxe Catering
Delegate VIP Group (Available for purchase soon)
Investor Tickets
free
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Investors must pre-register to attend and participate in the following sessions:
- Investment Villages (4 hrs of meetings over 2 days)
- CIF - Elite Connect
- Opportunity Centres - B2B Meetings
(2 hrs of meeting over 2 days)
Investor tickets are reserved solely for professional investors with an interest and track record of investing in the following industries/sectors:
- AgTech
- Logistics & Transport
- Renewable Energy
- ICT
Who Qualifies as an investor?
Individuals/companies whose primary function is to invest funds into companies and projects and who may be employed in private equity, commodity trading, asset management, investment management, hedge funds, sovereign wealth funds, venture capital and private wealth management. Private investors who can provide evidence of at least US$500,000 in liquid financial assets will also be offered complimentary tickets subject to their primary motivation for attending being for investment purposes. Subject to review and approval.
Media/Press
free
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Access to the main sessions except:
- Investment Villages
- CIF - Elite Connect
- Opportunity Centre – B2B Meetings
Media passes are reserved solely for members of the media who have been pre-accredited for a Media pass. Subject to review and approval. This also includes individuals who are active journalists with media accreditation.
