Global Trinidad and Tobago was proud to host its Finance and Funding Seminar on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at the BRIX Hotel, bringing together key stakeholders from the public and private sectors to support the growth and development of Trinidad and Tobago’s SME community.
We were honoured by the attendance of the Honourable Senator Satyakama Maharaj, Minister of Trade, Investment and Tourism, whose presence underscored the Government’s commitment to strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem and improving access to finance for local businesses. We also extend our sincere appreciation to Mr. Neville Alexander, Director of Export at the Ministry of Trade, Investment and Tourism, and Mr. Sekou Alleyne, Chief Executive Officer of Global Trinidad and Tobago, for their contributions and continued leadership in advancing opportunities for SMEs.
A special thank you to our distinguished panelists for sharing their expertise, practical insights and commitment to supporting business growth:
• Mrs. Tricia Bissoon-Pollard, Manager, SME Development – Republic Bank Limited
• Ms. Natalya Rahamatula, SME Resource Centre Strategy Officer – JMMB
• Ms. Dana Seepersad, Manager, Credit – EXIMBANK
• Mr. Gary Awai, Chief Executive Officer – Development Finance Limited (DFL)
• Dr. Christian Stone, Chief Executive Officer – Term Finance
• Mr. Roshan Basdeo, Manager, Brokerage Services – JMMB Investments & Securities
• Mr. Jean Emanuel Desmornes, Senior Officer, Ecosystem Building & Acceleration – Caribbean Export Development Agency
• Ms. Tonya Cummins, Access to Finance Officer – Caribbean Export Development Agency
The seminar provided invaluable information on financing solutions, investment readiness, business support services and growth opportunities, with several institutions pledging continued support to help SMEs access the resources needed to scale, compete and succeed.
Most importantly, we thank the entrepreneurs, business owners and stakeholders who participated and contributed to the rich discussions throughout the evening.
Finally, a heartfelt thank you to the Global Trinidad and Tobago team whose dedication, planning and flawless execution made this event a success. Your hard work continues to create meaningful opportunities that empower our business community and drive national economic growth.
Together, we are building stronger businesses, stronger exports and a stronger Trinidad and Tobago.
