The Caribbean Tourism COVID-19 Task Force which includes CHTA, launched health and safety guidelines to guide the reopening of the tourism industry in the region to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The guidelines address the core protocols required within four key tourism sub-sectors – ground transportation; accommodation; food and beverage operations; and sites and attractions.To support these guidelines, the Caribbean Tourism Health Safety Training Series was rolled out to provide training for critical points on the continuum of the traveler’s experience at the destination. We encourage CHTA Members and welcome Non-Members to register for the Training Series.

Individuals attending this session will receive a Certificate of Participation. In order to receive this certificate, each individual will need to register, attend, and check-in separately as certificates are provided based on the check-in list. We encourage not to share the same registration link.

Live attendance and receipt of the Certificate of Participation is required by 10% of all the Hospitality Facility staff, including senior management, as part of the process to receive CARPHA’s Caribbean Travellers Health Assurance Stamp and WTTC Safe Travels Stamp as part of CHTA’s Health Safety Commitment – which includes Listing on CHTA’s Website & CaribbeanTravel.Com Consumer Website

COVID-19 Essential Health Guidelines for Hospitality Sector
You’re welcome to attend all training sessions under the title “COVID-19 Essential Health Guidelines for Hospitality Sector” for the most up-to-date information, however, each individual is only required to attend one training session date.
  • VI SBDC Webinar Tuesday w/ SBA: Preparing for the Next Disaster on Dec. 7 at 11 a.m. The SBA will provide information on Preparing for the Next Disaster. A question and answer segment will be included. Register here.
  • Do Small Businesses Actually Pay Fines? - Cybersecurity Awareness Livestream on Dec. 7 at 1:30 with VI SBDC and Virginia SBDC. Join us every Tuesday on our Facebook page – facebook.com/VASBDC- for our Cyber Security Livestreams. Tom Stamulis, owner and director of True North Group in Winchester, specializes in helping businesses with cybersecurity and will be leading our cybersecurity livestreams. Register here.
  • Customer Service: The Importance of Soft Skills in the USVI on Dec. 9 at 10 a.m. Learn how local small businesses, Entrepreneurs, Non-Profits, Government entities, and other service providers (Restaurants, Retail, Lodging, Entertainment, etc.) can get a better understanding of how critical Soft Skills are to any work environment, thus making it essential to both employer and employee. Soft Skills help small business owners find, attract and retain clients. This informational webinar will serve as a refresher to the USVI Small Business Community during the holiday season to reinforce our commitment to economic prosperity. There will be a live question and answer segment towards the end of this webinar. Register here.
  • VI SBDC Webinar Tuesday with SBA: How to Secure an SBA Business Loan (5 C's) on Dec. 14 at 11 a.m. Are you in need of a loan to start or grow your business? This webinar will cover what it takes to qualify for a loan, how you can connect with the right lender, and assistance available to help you secure a loan approval for your needs. Join SBA USVI Senior Area Manager Wayne Huddleston for the presentation which will be followed by a Q&A session. Register here.
  • Cyber Insurance: Do Small Businesses Really Need it? - Cybersecurity Awareness Livestream on Dec. 14 at 1:30 p.m. with VI SBDC and Virginia SBDC. Join us every Tuesday on our Facebook page – facebook.com/VASBDC- for our Cyber Security Livestreams. Tom Stamulis, owner and director of True North Group in Winchester, specializes in helping businesses with cybersecurity and will be leading our cybersecurity livestreams. Register here.
  • 8a Business Development Program on Dec. 15 at 11 a.m. with VI SBDC. The 8(a) Program is a business assistance program for helping socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs gain a foothold in government contracting. Learn more about eligibility, requirements, and steps to applying. Registration information pending. Check back here for details.
  • Top 10 Cybersecurity Risks for 2022 - Cybersecurity Awareness Livestream on Dec. 21 at 1:30 with VI SBDC and Virginia SBDC. Join us every Tuesday on our Facebook page – facebook.com/VASBDC- for our Cyber Security Livestreams. Tom Stamulis, owner and director of True North Group in Winchester, specializes in helping businesses with cybersecurity and will be leading our cybersecurity livestreams. Register here.
  • Cybersecurity Goals for 2022 - Cybersecurity Awareness Livestream on Dec. 28 at 1:30 with VI SBDC and Virginia SBDC. Join us every Tuesday on our Facebook page – facebook.com/VASBDC- for our Cyber Security Livestreams. Tom Stamulis, owner and director of True North Group in Winchester, specializes in helping businesses with cybersecurity and will be leading our cybersecurity livestreams. Register here.
  • What More Can SBA Do for Your Small Business? We're Here to Listen. on Jan. 18 at 11 a.m. with VI SBDC. As U.S. Virgin Islands small businesses continue to recover from the pandemic, we want to hear from YOU what SBA can do more of, within our mission, to help your small business pivot, remain viable and grow. Register here.
  • Safety and Health Practices for USVI Businesses on Jan. 27 at 10 a.m. with VI SBDC. USVI Small Businesses should become familiar with risk assessments and how it helps lower insurance costs, drive employee morale, and increase revenues. Find out about best practices for Safety and Health Management Systems, the importance of completing the OSHA Recordkeeping of Workplace Injury and Illness Logs, and how this information can help lower the cost of Worker’s Compensation insurance. Register here.
  • Resources to Help your Business Start, Grow and Succeed on Feb. 1 at 11 a.m. with VI SBDC. Hear about SBA’s mission priorities for your small business, including Access to Capital, Federal Certifications for Government Contracting, Disaster Preparation and Assistance, Outreach, Training, Counseling, Promoting Small Businesses and so much more. Register here.
  • 8a Business Development Program on Feb. 15 at 11 a.m. with VI SBDC. The 8(a) Program is a business assistance program for helping socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs gain a foothold in government contracting. Learn more about eligibility, requirements, and steps to applying. Register here.
  • Ascent for Women Entrepreneurs Program on March 1 at 11 a.m. with VI SBDC. Are you a female entrepreneur who wants to grow or scale your existing business? Learn best practices in SBA’s online learning platform – specifically designed for women in business! Register here.