Join the Blue Economy Virtual Investment
Forum on November 26th!
Discover new opportunities in Ocean & Coastal Tourism, Aquaculture, and Fisheries.
This forum will bring together industry leaders, investors, and policy makers to discuss and explore sustainable investment prospects that drive economic growth while protecting our marine ecosystems.
Highlights of the forum include:
- Insightful keynote sessions from leading experts in the Blue Economy
- Panel discussions on innovation, technology, and sustainable practices
- Networking opportunities with professionals and potential investors
- Deep dives into investment opportunities in Grenada, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines
Agenda
Eastern Standard Time (EST)
MORNING SESSIONS
8:30 - 9:00 AM
Registration and Login
9:00 - 9:10 AM
Official Opening Ceremony
9:10 - 9:30 AM
Keynote Address: “Investing in the Sustainable Future of Grenada, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines”
9:30 - 10:15 AM
Thematic Panel 1: "The Future of Ocean and Coastal Tourism in the Eastern Caribbean"
10:15 - 10:30 AM
Coffee Break
10:30 - 10:35 AM
Country Presentation 1 – Grenada
10:35 - 11:05 AM
Guest Speaker #1: Innovations and Opportunities for Sustainable Aquaculture and Fisheries
11:05 – 11:10 AM
Country Presentation 2 – Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
11:10 – 11:55 AM
Thematic Panel 2: “Building Partnerships for a Sustainable Blue Economy”
11:55 – 12:00 PM
Country Presentation 3 – Saint Lucia
12:00 – 1:00 PM
Lunch Break
AFTERNOON SESSIONS
1:00 – 1:45 PM
Thematic Panel 3: “Fiscal Incentives and Access to Financing for Blue Economy Investors”
1:45 – 2:15 PM
Study Presentation: "Towards a More Equitable Blue Economy: Bolstering Gender Equity in Investment Promotion”.
2:15 – 3:00 PM
Virtual Networking & Fair – Visits with IPAs
3:00– 3:45 PM
Thematic Panel 4: “Market Access and Export Opportunities”
3:45 – 4:00 PM
Official Forum Closing
