See a different side of Jamaica and leave behind an impact!
Visiting another country on vacation can leave one feeling like you have experienced all there is to experience from a particular culture. But we all know that when you get in with the locals you get to see nuances, challenges, beauty, and even opportunity that you may have missed because you were not looking at the experience the same way that those who live there day in and day out.
Jamaica is one such example. The experiences most people have in a resort is different than those who live there, work there, and call it “home.”
Entrepreneurs Across Borders mission is to identify, curate, and connect seasoned entrepreneurs with emerging entrepreneurs in developing nations like Jamaica.
We would love to include you in an exclusive experience we are calling Beyond the Beach IMPACT Tour.
We will spend three days seeing a different side of Jamaica with an eye towards how we might use our collective networks to transform the lives of both startup entrepreneurs and micro entrepreneurs across the entire country.
This is a trip unlike any vacation you have ever experienced.
- You will hear from locals working hard to transform their nation.
- You will meet those engaged in helping unattached young men start new businesses.
- You will collaborate with development banks and government officials who want to learn from your experiences.
- You will have the opportunity to develop real relationships with startup entrepreneurs who are building the future.
- You will see areas where gangs have used corruption and the drug trade to become political operatives.
Most importantly you will come home having made a difference, and with a clear understanding of how your unique experiences as an investor or entrepreneur can help elevate Jamaica moving forward.
Event Agenda (More Coming Soon!)
Sun, November 3 - Welcome
Welcome Dinner and Briefing
Cocktail Hour
Meet the other members of the tour.
Welcome Dinner
Make new friends while sampling some of the best food Jamaica has to offer.
Briefing
An interactive discussion spent learning about the Mission and vision of Entrepreneurs Across Borders, the culture of Jamaica, and how we should be looking at our tour.
Mon, November 4 - Micro-Entrepreneur Tour
"Micro Entrepreneur" Tour
Team Breakfast
Food For The Poor Spanish Town Headquarters Tour
Get a first-hand look at the work of Food For The Poor and learn about the vital role they play in the lives of those living below the poverty line.
Micro-Entrepreneur Impact Event
A hands-on opportunity to make an impact in the lives of micro-entrepreneurs.
Visit Food For The Poor Beneficiaries in the Field
Visit some of the locations Food For The Poor is working and learn how they are working to make the lives of their constituents better.
Working Dinner
We will be dining at one of Kingston’s many fine dining establishments. This will be a casual but working dinner where we will design real solutions to aid in developing more entrepreneurship amongst the micro-entrepreneur population.
Tue, November 5 - Scalable Entrepreneur Tour
Scalable Entrepreneur Tour
Team Brekfast
Women in Tech And Investing Meeting
Meet some of the local women entrepreneurs and learn the challenges they face. You will also get the opportunity to mentor and give leads where appropriate.
Understanding The Role of Development Banks in Jamaica
Development banks play a vital role in the entrepreneurship ecosystem of Jamaica. Meet some of the leadership and learn more about this vital partner for entrepreneurs.
Meet Local Angel Investors
We will spend time getting to know some of the local angel investors and find out more about who they invest in and why.
Cocktail Hour with Local Entrepreneurs
Spend some time with a group of local entrepreneurs who are building some of the coolest companies in the Caribbean and find out how you can help them in their journey.
Wrap Up Dinner
We will be dining at one of Kingston’s many fine dining establishments. This will be a casual but working dinner where we discuss the Caribbean Seed Fund, The EAB Global Impact Network - a network of seasoned entrepreneurs and investors who want to give back by mentoring, opening up their networks, or even investing in the most time efficient and impactful ways possible. There will be special invited Tech Startup Entrepreneurs who are raising funds. We will spend quality time with emerging entrepreneurs who face challenges unique to Jamaica.