Kickstarting Entrepreneurial Success in the Caribbean

In a region where traditional venture capital remains elusive for many founders, a new generation of investors and models is stepping up—and changing the rules of the game. In this must-attend session at the Beyond the Beach: Caribbean Impact Investment Summit, investors discuss “Kickstarting Entrepreneurial Success: The New Ways to Build & Fund Caribbean Startups – The Alternative Investor Perspective”, where they explore how Caribbean startups can be built differently… and funded smarter.

Session Details

🗓 Date: Friday, May 2, 2025
🕒 Time: 2:15 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Rocksteady 1, AC Hotel Kingston
🎤 Part of Day 2 at the Beyond the Beach: Caribbean Impact Investment Summit

Meet the Panelists

Wayne Beecher, Co-Founder, AltCatalyst Venture Studio – a venture studio model in Jamaica and supporting early-stage innovation from idea to scale.
Ryan Strachan, Managing Director, Sweat Equity Holdings – championing creative partnerships where time, talent, and network matter as much as capital.
Javette Nixon, Founder, Esther Group – serial entrepreneur and investor using hybrid funding and private capital to grow Caribbean enterprises with purpose.

Moderated by

Melissa Pegus, UpVentures Capital – an American investor with a sharp eye on global and Caribbean markets.

Why You Should Be in the Room

This isn’t just another panel. It’s a front-row seat to the next wave of Caribbean investing.

These investors are unlocking lots of information about sweat equity deals, venture studios, and mission-aligned capital, and sharing why Caribbean entrepreneurial success doesn’t have to wait for Silicon Valley to notice.

If you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or ecosystem builder looking for bold ideas and real solutions, don’t miss this one.

About the Beyond the Beach Summit

Beyond the Beach, The Caribbean Impact Investment Summit is brought to you by Entrepreneurs Across the Borders in partnership with SiliconCaribe and is this week, Thursday, May 1- Saturday, May 3rd, 2025

Why Attend: Because Jamaica is a place where bold entrepreneurship, groundbreaking innovation, and world-class excellence thrive, far beyond the sun, sand, and sea. Beyond the Beach Summit spotlights the people, ideas, and deals shaping the future of tech and business from right here in the Region.

What to Expect: Beyond the Beach Summit is a three-day, unconference-style impact investment experience designed for meaningful conversations, actionable insights, and real deal-making. Expect trend-driven discussions, curated networking, unexpected collaborations, and the chance to explore some of Kingston’s most iconic entrepreneurship, arts, and culture spaces.

Who You’ll Meet: This is where seasoned tech entrepreneurs, impact investors, global tech businesses, ecosystem builders, industry experts, policymakers, and corporate innovators converge to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and spark change.

Tickets and Registration

Tickets

You can get your tickets here

Conclusion

The Beyond the Beach: Caribbean Impact Investment Summit is an event you won’t want to miss. With a lineup of expert panelists and a focus on the latest trends and innovations in Caribbean investing, this summit is the perfect opportunity to learn, network, and take your business to the next level.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the Beyond the Beach Summit?
A: The Beyond the Beach Summit is a three-day, unconference-style impact investment experience designed for meaningful conversations, actionable insights, and real deal-making.

Q: Who should attend the summit?
A: The summit is ideal for entrepreneurs, investors, ecosystem builders, industry experts, policymakers, and corporate innovators looking to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and spark change.

Q: How can I get tickets to the summit?
A: You can get your tickets here.