Business Builders Immersion Cultivates Young Entrepreneurs

Wed, Feb 29th 2012, 11:07 AM

BUSINESS BUILDERS IMMERSION CULTIVATES YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS

On March 3rd, 2012 the third annual Business Builders Immersion conference will be held at the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort. The purpose of the conference is to aid in the birth and development of Bahamian entrepreneurs.

“I know the struggles of an entrepreneur, and hear the concerns of young people who this conference was birthed for,” says Sharell Carroll, conference founder/host. “BBI allows young people to network with like-minded individuals as well as seasoned business persons who can provide guidance and mentorship.” High school students, college students and young individuals within the community who are interested in getting the tools they need to start and maintain successful businesses are BBI’s target audiences. This information is creatively delivered by successful CEOs in various business fields, and complemented by activities designed to enhance learning. The Business Builders Guide will be introduced as a companion booklet to give attendees strategies for success in business.

This year at BBI, seven persons will be honored for their outstanding work as entrepreneurs and supporters of the conference over the years. Individuals between the ages of 18 and 35 with creative functioning businesses have been nominated on the SageEden Media Group Facebook page by the public. Seven persons will be chosen by a Facebook vote, and the overall winner will receive the BBI Innovative Entrepreneur Award. Additionally, past financial supporters and advisors for the conference will be honored.

This year, the international keynote speaker is Rosa Combs of Washington, D.C., founder of an organization for professional women who want to expand their business ventures. “I am beyond honored to be invited to the beautiful Bahamas to relay a message of inspiration and innovation to today's youth,” says Combs. “The ability to connect and share ideas globally is very important, and it is an opportunity that I am proud to participate in.” Furthermore, Mr. Philip Simon, Executive Director of We The People added, “There’s an old adage that says ‘always begin with the end in mind’. But how many of us truly incorporate into our SWOT analysis the constant impact of change and the elements that feed it? We may not know what the future holds, but having the right mindset for change is a part of the preparation.”

Other BBI speakers include Scieska Adderley, CEO, Media Ink; Nekia Brice, CEO, Websoft; Lavonne Ferguson, CEO of Cute Confections and Marketing Spokesperson for Islands of the World Fashion Week; Keshelle Kerr, CEO, Creative Wealth Training; Atario Mitchell, CEO, Bahamas Striping; Aquila North, CEO, North Star Business Consultants; Philip Simon, Executive Director, We The People; and Kim Welcome, CEO, Influential Voice. “This being the third annual BBI, I am truly grateful to God for the endurance and passion he has given me to host this community-minded event. As a young Bahamian and businesswoman, I want to demonstrate to others that they too can break the barriers that exist for youth in business. Attending this event is an investment in your future. Certainly it is our mindset that will determine how deeply we belief that we can succeed in business.” says Carroll.

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