Reaffirms its commitment to continuing to empower local entrepreneurs to strengthen and grow their businesses within the hospitality and tourism supply chain.
The GEMS Foundation will host the Ultimate Pitching Challenge for the top seven shortlisted applicants of the GEMS Entrepreneurship Challenge on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 5:00 PM. The winning entrepreneur will be awarded $20,000 EC to invest in, and grow their business. The second and third place winners will be awarded $15,000 and $10,000 EC, respectively.
The seven shortlisted applicants are: Apachy Solutions, Bee Natural, Ceres Agriculture, Finesse Beauty House of Fashion, Hey Mama, Jaydees Naturals and Kings Punch.
The entrepreneurs will be judged based on the content of their pitch as well as their delivery and creativity. With the support of the Dominica Association of Industry and Commerce, the entrepreneurs have been prepared to present their pitch at this Challenge.
The GEMS Foundation reaffirms its commitment to continuing to empower local entrepreneurs to strengthen and grow their businesses within the hospitality and tourism supply chain. As such, the GEMS Foundation invites other local entrepreneurs, partners and interested individuals to view this event LIVE on EMO News on Facebook as participants contend for the top three awards.
For more updates on the GEMS Entrepreneurship Challenge, follow the GEMS Foundation Facebook Page.
About the GEMS Foundation and GEMS Holdings Limited
The GEMS Foundation is part of GEMS Holdings Ltd. GEMS is an impact-driven Caribbean-based company dedicated to owning, managing, and developing world-class, sustainable luxury properties and businesses in the hospitality and tourism markets. The GEMS portfolio includes Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort, Secret Bay, The Residences at Secret Bay, and Tibay Villas. www.gems.dm
Contact: GEMS Foundation | Lizra Fabien, Director of Entrepreneurship Email: [email protected]
