Our flagship programme offers startup and existing businesses, on all islands of The Bahamas, accessto grant, loan and equity funding.

If you live in or operate a business in Bain & Grants Town, Centreville, Englerston, Fox Hill, Freetown, Marathon, Nassau Village, or St. Barnabas, this program is for you.
This is your chance to gain access to:
Business Fundamentals Training
Business License Support
Grant funding up to $5,000

Our 2024 Men in Business survey showed most applicants came from key sectors like Food & Beverage, Tourism, and Technology. The 2025 initiative will support these entrepreneurs and advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals by strengthening their business skills, mindset, and personal development through targeted training and mentorship to build sustainable enterprises.

With the launch of the third and final cohort, the SBDC marks a shift from a narrative of overcoming to one of owning. The Women Entrepreneurs Initiative celebrates women who are already leading change—providing the space, tools, and recognition to match their ambition.

The Young Entrepreneurs Academy blends education, empowerment, and excitement—giving youth a strong foundation in entrepreneurship with support from mentors, peers, and partners. By investing in future founders today, we’re shaping tomorrow’s business leaders.

Crafting the Bahamas is an empowerment and upskilling initiative designed to support Bahamian creative entrepreneurs, especially artisans and makers, by equipping them with the tools and training needed to thrive in today’s digital economy.

The Bahamas' fly fishing industry generated $169 million and 7,800 jobs in 2018, playing a crucial role in the eco-tourism sector. Recognizing the threats posed by climate change and habitat destruction, the SBDC is collaborating with the Bahamas Fly Fishing Industry Association, the Ministry of Agriculture & Marine Resources, and the Bahamas Agricultural & Industrial Corporation (BAIC) to promote sustainable practices and protect marine ecosystems.

The Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Initiative is a collaboration between the Small Business Development Centre, Ministry of Social Services, the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities and the Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture.

The SBDC is officially launching its Men In Business Initiative, which is designed to address the unique challenges of Bahamian businessmen.

Don't miss out on this chance to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true!

The Bahamas is rich in diverse talent and natural resources that should be leveraged to create more profitable and sustainable micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) within the Creative Industry.

The Women Entrepreneurs Initiative was designed to help women throughout The Bahamas overcome the challenges of accessing capital, feeling respected as business owners and building an effective support system.

In collaboration with partners such as the Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Culture, Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI), University of The Bahamas (UB), as well as the John Templeton Foundation, the Small Business Development Centre (SBDC) launched the Young Entrepreneurs Initiative on December 13, 2023.

Designed by the Small Business Development Centre in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources to help farmers and fishers in The Bahamas address the challenges of accessing capital, learning and implementing emerging and sustainable trends and engaging in commerce activities across The Bahamas and internationally.

Do you know what the average business in your industry spends on electricity costs? Not knowing could mean your business is at a competitive disadvantage because of higher energy costs and lower profit margins.

The Bahamas is also regarded the fattest country in the Caribbean and the sixth fattest country in the world.

Studies predict more than 60% of vehicles sold around the globe will be electric by 2030. The purpose of this survey is to determine how many entrepreneurs are now considering an electric vehicle for their next company vehicle purchase.

This initiative is an opportunity for licensed business consultants to collaborate with micro, small and medium-sized business owners during their business plan development process.