• The U.S. Virgin Islands Showcases Industry-Specific Successes for National Economic Development Week 2022 - Press Release Recap with Links
  • STX CARES Act Financial Assistance Program Presentation & Q&A on May 31 at 6 p.m. The Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority (VIEDA), in partnership with the Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR), will host an in-person presentation and Q&A for fishery-related businesses on the U.S. Virgin Islands' Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act Fisheries Financial Assistance Program at Fort Frederik. This program is funded by a federal grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Commercial fishers, wholesale dealers, aquaculture operators, recreational charters/for-hire fishing operators, and fishing-dependent businesses are encouraged to attend. This in-person presentation* will provide information about CARES Act 1.0 and CARES Act 2.0 a walk-through of the online application for grant funding steps on how to navigate through the program's website, www.usvicares.com. For questions or general inquiries, send an email to usvicares@usvieda.org. Read more.
  • STT CARES Act Fisheries Financial Assistance Program Presentation & Q&A on June 1 at 5:30 p.m. The Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority (VIEDA), in partnership with the Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR), will host an in-person presentation and Q&A for fishery-related businesses on the U.S. Virgin Islands' Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act Fisheries Financial Assistance Program at the Frenchtown Community Center. This program is funded by a federal grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Commercial fishers, wholesale dealers, aquaculture operators, recreational charters/for-hire fishing operators, and fishing-dependent businesses are encouraged to attend. This in-person presentation* will provide information about CARES Act 1.0 and CARES Act 2.0 a walk-through of the online application for grant funding steps on how to navigate through the program's website, www.usvicares.com.For questions or general inquiries, send an email to usvicares@usvieda.org. Read more.
  • 2022 USVI Entrepreneurial Series - Strategic Planning: The Key to Success on June 1 at 11 a.m. Join us for a FREE Entrepreneurial Workshop hosted by AARP in The Virgin Islands in collaboration with VI SBDC. You will learn from small business experts the steps to start and grow a successful small business. A strategic plan is critical to the success of an individual or an organization because it guides their action plan. This webinar is designed to help business owners and potential business owners create an action-oriented strategic plan for their business/business idea to help them achieve success. Attendees will learn techniques about and review examples of the three major sections of a strategic plan. Registration is required to obtain the link to log in to the event. This event is FREE and open to the general public 18 years of age and older. The workshops will be held virtually on Zoom. Register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Register here.
  • SBA Webinar Tuesday: HUBZone Certification with VI SBDC on June 7 at 11 a.m. Did you know that the USVI is a designated HUBZone? The HUBZone program fuels small business growth in historically underutilized business zones with a goal of awarding at least 3% of federal contract dollars to HUBZone-certified companies each year. Join SBA PR/USVI District Office Representatives as they share this information. Register here.
  • 2022 USVI Entrepreneurial Series: Registering Your Business Name on June 8 at 11 a.m. Join us for a FREE Entrepreneurial Workshop hosted by AARP in The Virgin Islands in collaboration with VI SBDC. You will learn from small business experts the steps to start and grow a successful small business. In addition to having a business license and filing your tax returns there is an additional step to being in good standing with your business obligations. Ms. Denise Johannes, Director of the Division of Corporations and Trademarks, Office of the Lt. Governor will discuss the who, what, where, when and how to keep your business in good standing. After the presentation there will be a time for questions and answers. Registration is required to obtain the link to log in to the event. This event is FREE and open to the general public 18 years of age and older. The workshops will be held virtually on Zoom. Register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Register here.
  • SBA Webinar Tuesday: 504 and 7a SBA Guaranteed Loans with VISBDC on June 14 at 11 a.m. Start and expand your business with loans guaranteed by SBA. Join SBA PR/USVI District Office Representatives as they share this information. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session. Register here.
  • 2022 USVI Entrepreneurial Series: Becoming an Employer: Registering Your Business with the VIDOL on June 15 at 11 a.m. Join us for a FREE Entrepreneurial Workshop hosted by AARP in The Virgin Islands in collaboration with VI SBDC. You will learn from small business experts the steps to start and grow a successful small business. Join the VI Department of Labor as they teach small business owners how to transition from being an employee to becoming an employer. Learn how to post job vacancies, fair employment, providing a safe working environment, and the resources available for employers at the VIDOL. After the presentation there will be a time for questions and answers. Registration is required to obtain the link to log in to the event. This event is FREE and open to the general public 18 years of age and older. The workshops will be held virtually on Zoom. Register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Register here.
  • SBA Webinar Tuesday: Deep Dive into Learning Resources from www.sba.gov with VI SBDC on June 21 at 11 a.m. SBA's online learning programs are designed to empower and educate small business owners every step of the way. Learn more about ASCENT, Boots to Business and Emerging Leaders, among others. Join SBA PR/USVI District Office Representatives as they share this information. Register here.
  • 2022 USVI Entrepreneurial Series: DLCA: USVI Small Business Licensing Process on June 22 at 11 a.m. Join us for a FREE Entrepreneurial Workshop hosted by AARP in The Virgin Islands in collaboration with VI SBDC. Join the VIDLCA as they educate small business owners on the new "General Business License" that the Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs (DLCA) has instituted to facilitate a new business getting started in the Virgin Islands. Learn what requirements, applications and processes a small business owner needs to be aware of when connecting to the VIDLCA for a business license or a renewal of the business license. The DLCA staff will enlighten you on the streamlined and electronic forms of submission. Come prepared to get your questions answered. Registration is required to obtain the link to log in to the event. This event is FREE and open to the general public 18 years of age and older. The workshops will be held virtually on Zoom. Register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Register here.
  • 2022 USVI Entrepreneurial Series: Understanding the Basics of Continuity on June 29 at 11a.m. Join us for a FREE Entrepreneurial Workshop hosted by AARP in The Virgin Islands in collaboration with VI SBDC. Join the VI SBDC Advisor, Raymond V. Henry to discuss business resiliency. Small business owners should always evaluate risk, have a plan and implement the plan to stay in business. Learn the basics to quickly adapt to disruptions while maintaining continuous operations and safeguarding people, assets and overall brand loyalty. There will be a question-and-answer segment. Registration is required to obtain the link to log in to the event. This event is FREE and open to the general public 18 years of age and older. The workshops will be held virtually on Zoom. Register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Register here.
Lisa Hamilton 
USVIHTA President 
340-774-6835