Be SME SMART Programme

The Be SME SMART Programme is designed to sensitise consumers about the products offered by Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and to encourage the patronage of firms within this sector.
Over one hundred and twenty (120) new firms were given a warm welcome to the Small Business Association of Barbados (SBA) during the final months of 2020.
Read moreIn a continued effort to promote the 2020 Christmas catalogue and help to create awareness and boost sales for the businesses showcased in the publication, the Small Business Association of Barbados hosted its first Virtual Shopping Day and Networking Expo using Zoom breakout rooms.
Read moreIn a recently held virtual information session in collaboration with the Barbados Revenue Authority (BRA), members of the Small Business Association of Barbados and the general public were involved in an informative discussion on the importance of being tax compliant.
Read moreThe Small Business Association of Barbados recently hosted a Market Intelligence Training webinar, facilitated by the Caribbean Export Development Agency (CEDA), which aimed to encourage small business owners to consider export strategies for the future.
Read moreDear Member,
As the year draws to an end and the situation around the world with regards to COVID-19 continues to evolve, bringing unprecedented and relentless levels of change to the global business environment, I wish to take this time to encourage you to maintain a positive perspective - never back down or give in! Allow the unforeseen challenges and hardships which occurred this year to fuel your desire and drive to suceed.
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The Enterprise In Action (EIA) Youth Programme is an initiative of the Small Business Association of Barbados (SBA) designed to orient students with the key tenants to facilitate the creation of an entrepreneurship mind-set. The SBA’s objective through this programme, is to assist with the overall national economic and social development of Barbados.
I was drawn to the SBA after visiting their website. I thought what they offered was good for the development of a young business. It is a great place to get assistance and advice to survive as a small business in today’s economy.
Indira Samlal, Antelcom Barbados Limited
Since becoming a member of the SBA in March 2016, I have been able to gain valuable support in the form of business references and affordable classes to assist me in developing my business. I have also been able to give back to them by tutoring one of their classes, which has also been a beneficial experience for me, as I have widened my business scope and have also gained new opportunities as a result of that experience. The staff are always accommodating and friendly, and I do believe they are doing their best to lobby on behalf of small businesses in Barbados. I am a firm believer of getting involved in any organization of which I am a member - as that is the only real way to realize benefits. I am glad I'm a member and will continue to support the SBA in any way that I can.
Dawn Williams, Resilia Accounting Services
I've always found the SBA to be very ambitious and innovative in the programmes that it offers to develop the capacity its members.
David Springer, Future Shock Inc.