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AUGUST 7-9,2024 Centrale Bank van Curaçao en Sint Maarten Willemstad, Curaçao

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Dushi Korsou

Building on the success of previous events, including the remarkable gathering in St. Maarten, the U.S. Mission to the Dutch Caribbean, in collaboration with Islandpreneur, is excited to announce the upcoming Islandpreneur Power Fest in Curaçao.

Be among the chosen 40 women entrepreneurs that will gain the strategies, tools, and resources to gain global access. Islandpreneur and U.S. Mission to the Dutch Caribbean have curated a unique and unparalleled to help these promising women get access to finance, networks, markets, technology, digital economy, and tech.

WIth more than 100 years of experience combined in the areas of entrepreneurship, business, and innovation development, these world class experts will help curate a roadmap of success. No more guessing!

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Calling Women Entrepreneurs

From Digital Strategies to global success

The U.S. Mission to the Dutch Caribbean and Islandpreneur International partners to host Islandpreneur Power Fest equipping women entrepreneurs from Atlanta and the Dutch Caribbean to become more digital, scale their businesses, and enter global markets.

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St. Maarten & usa

Meet Your Host

Leslie samuel

Award Winning Youtuber & International Online Business Coach

Originally from St. Maarten, Leslie has been featured in Black Enterprise, Social Media Examiner, Entrepreneur Magazine, Fast Company, and Business Insider.

Leslie Samuel is the host of the Learning with Leslie podcast where he seeks to change the world one person at a time. As someone who is very much into technology, social media, and now A.I. Leslie believes that the intersection of all three, empowers anyone to build successful businesses and have a positive impact on the world

As a former university professor, he has a passion for education. His youtube channel has been acclaimed for making learning fun and that is his super power.

Atlanta

Meet Our Speaker

Dr. Dawn Sizemore

In House Partner - Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs

As the founder and CEO of iCURRIC and with over 20 years of experience in education and instructional design, Dr. Dawn Sizemore oversees the firm's strategic direction, operations, and client relations, leading a talented team of instructional designers, content developers, and facilitators. iCURRIC is an innovative ed-tech solutions firm specializing in custom curriculum, experiential, and digital learning design that meets the evolving needs of modern learners. iCURRIC’s partnership with the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs, a Black business accelerator in Atlanta, GA, exemplifies their commitment to modernize learning experiences by enhancing their curriculum Big IDEAS, and integrating it seamlessly with their digital platform, Digital RICE.

Atlanta

Meet our speaker

Aly Merritt

Managing Director, Atlanta Tech Village

Aly Merritt is currently the Managing Director of Atlanta Tech Village and driving community in South Downtown ATL. She’s formerly the Head of Community at SalesLoft, where she had been everything from product management to CX to Chief of Staff. Prior to tech, she worked at four major metro newspapers in copy editing and page design.

Aly has spent the last decade focused on diversity, equity and inclusion in the Atlanta startup community. She previously organized ATL Startup Village, is one of the founders of ecosystem coalition ATL Unlocked, and sporadically blogs about tech and startups at AlyintheATL.com.

Atlanta

Meet our speaker

Charles Robinson

Managing Partner, 1888 Ventures

Charles Robinson is Managing Partner @ 1888 Ventures and brings 10+ years of entrepreneurial expertise. Charles is a graduate from Duke University, in Psychology and Markets & Management Studies. As a Founding Partner of Teamworks, he helped to raise $65M. As the COO of Forward Cities, he's helped to build Startup Ecosystems nationwide. Passionate about giving back to the next leaders in entrepreneurship, Charles serves on the board of Startup Atlanta and is the Investor in Residence @TechStars. Committed to closing the wealth gap, Charles has deployed over $25M in recently raised a $10M social impact fund focused on revitalizing the Fayetteville Street Corridor in Durham, NC.

Dutch Caribbean

Meet Your Facilitator

Nelida Cathalina

International Export & Business Coach

Nelida specializes in helping businesses identify global opportunities, navigate the complexities of international trade, and enhance profitability. As the Managing Director of Profpro Coaching & Training and Profcare Academy, she is dedicated to the professional and personal development of individuals, empowering them to reach their highest potential. With over 20 years of international exposure, Nelida Cathalina is dedicated to impact, inspire, and influence businesses to thrive in the global marketplace.

A certified professional coach and trainer, Nelida has the unique ability to assist businesses identify global opportunities, navigate international trade complexities, and enhance profitability.

St. Maarten

About the Visionary

Dr. Ife Badejo

CEO, Islandpreneur International

Ife Badejo has over 10 years of experience in entrepreneurship and innovation development for islands. As a consultant she has worked with governments, multinationals, and large non-profit organizations to design and facilitate programs that lead to economic empowerment.

A dynamic communicator, Ife is a sought after speaker and moderator, often called upon for her ability to craft the right message, engage audiences, and communicate challenging concepts effectively.

Islandpreneur's signature event was born in the 2020 during the height of the pandemic and has since reached thousands of islandpreneurs and partners online. As a growing innovation agency and media house, Islandpreneur serves as a platform to showcase the islands as more than a tourism product.

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Inspirational Speakers

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James T. Kirk

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Leonard McCoy

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Janice Rand

VP of Statistical Analysis +
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Montgomery Scott

VP of Statistical Analysis +
Data Reconfiguration

"I want to express my sincere gratitude for the positive impact you've had on my journey, particularly through your mindset and business coaching. You’re just AWESOME! I wholeheartedly recommend your coaching services to all Businesses startup and seasoned."

Eve Levenstone
Business Owner

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this for?

Women entrepreneurs with registered businesses
Those who are ready to make build digital businesses
Those who are ready to grow their business into other markets
Those who are would like to build their international network
Those who are ready to work on their businesses and not just in their business
Women entrepreneurs based on St. Maarten, Curacao, Aruba, and Atlanta
Women entrepreneurs from other markets are also welcome (provided availability)

Is there a registration fee?

NO. Our committed partners have made it possible so that there is no registration or application fee for this event.

What time is the event?

On August 8-9 it is a full day

Doors open at 8:30 AM and we start at 9:00AM

Lunch is included

The day ends at 4:30 PM

Will there be lunch included?

Yes! On August 8-9 there will be lunch and refreshments.

What can I expect from Islandpreneur Power Fest?

At the heart of this initiative is recognizing women entrepreneurs' pivotal role in driving economic innovation and sustainable growth. This summit is underpinned by the U.S. State Department's POWER program (Providing Opportunities for Women’s Economic Rise), which, since its inception in 2019, has been instrumental in leveraging diplomatic and private sector resources to enhance women's access to vital skills and networks.

Key Highlights of Islandpreneur Power Fest ’24:

Selective Engagement: This event is unique in its approach, offering a platform for women entrepreneurs from the Caribbean and the U.S. The exclusivity ensures focused and meaningful interactions, making it a rare opportunity for attendees.
Business Matching for Global Trade: A core component of the conference is facilitating business matching, bolstering foreign trade, and opening up new market opportunities. This initiative is a testament to the collaborative spirit of the participating regions, fostering economic ties and mutual growth.
Bilateral Exchange of Expertise: In a refreshing departure from traditional conference formats, this experience is structured as a two-way exchange where U.S. and Caribbean participants share and gain insights, underscoring a joint commitment to learning and growing together.
Foundation for Sustainable Partnerships: Beyond networking, the event cultivates long-term, profitable business relationships. This approach is aligned with the broader goal of sustainable economic development and the empowerment of women entrepreneurs.

What you can expect?

Attendees can expect to gain implementable strategies to expand their business in other markets through the Dutch Caribbean and to the USA. Under the theme "Global Access Granted", experts from around the world will support the chose This experience is designed to grant global access to women entrepreneurs from both the USA and the (Dutch) Caribbean. Attendees will walk out with a road map of how to gain access to finance, technology, networks, markets, and digital economy to accelerate their growth.

Other benefits:

Special rates at our host hotel, Simpson Bay Beach Resort
Access to an International Network of entrepreneurs and experts
Included in our exclusive Islandpreneur Magazine
Opportunity to work on the business and ensure growth
Have exclusive access to our whatsapp channel just for attendees, speakers and stakeholders

Are there any additional costs?

There are no registration or application fees.

If you are travelling to be able to attend this event, kindly note that you are responsible for your flight to Curaçao.

You are also responsible for your accommodation. On August 8-9, we're providing coffee breaks and lunch at the Renaissance.

Any other food or entertainment requirements would be the responsibility of the attendee.

IPFest goes to
Dushi Korsou

From Digital Strategies to global success