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CALL FOR FOUNDERS: Pitch to Win at CIF 2025

From Caribbean Export


Do you have a bold business with big impact?

Here’s your chance to take the stage, pitch your company, receive feedback from investors, and compete for prizes at one of the Caribbean’s most prestigious investment events!

The Caribbean Export Development Agency is inviting 20 dynamic MSMEs from across CARIFORUM to apply for the CIF 2025 Pitch Competition — a high-energy, high-stakes live pitchevent spotlighting the region’s most promising businesses.

Montego Bay, Jamaica
 July 31, 2025
 Live at the Caribbean Investment Forum (CIF)2025

Why Apply?

Finalists wil Pitch live to a panel of regional and internationalinvestors
Gain high-profile exposure at CIF 2025
Receive expert feedback to strengthen their business
Compete for prizes to fuel their next phase of growth
Build valuable investor and peer networks

Who Should Apply?

We’re looking for growth-ready MSMEs who are:

·        Registered in a CARIFORUM member state

·        Operating for at least one year but not more than ten

·        Generating revenue or have a strong, viable business model with a minimal viable product in the market

·        Activity pursuing investment capital less than US$1M

·        Operate within one of the following focus areas:

o    Digital Business (e.g. SaaS, AI, platforms)

o    AgriTech (e.g. smart farming, food tech)

o    Green Transition (e.g. renewables, eco-innovation)

o    Trade & Logistics (e.g. supply chain innovation,export tech)

·        Readyto deliver a compelling pitch on a big stage

·        Founders prepared to underwrite their costs (flight, transport and accommodation) to participate in Montego Bay. Caribbean Export will provide a complimentary access pass to participate in CIF 2025.

What’s in It for You?

This is not a training programme—it’s your moment to showcase your business, tell your story, and win real support. Whether you’re seeking visibility, validation, or cash to scale, the CIF 2025 Pitch Competition is your platform.

DAY 1 (July 29th 2025) – Review and fine tuning of company pitch deck, investor feedback

DAY 2 (July 30th 2025) –Pitch Competition Shortlisting, Pitch Practice

DAY 3 (July 31st 2025)– Pitch Day

Apply Now Deadline: June 23, 2025 11:59 PM AST

For more information on how to apply, please click below
Get more information Here !

Our mailing address is:
Caribbean Export Development Agency 1st Floor Baobab Tower Warrens BB20226 Barbados

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