When you think of Jamaica, your mind can waft into tanned beaches, reggae music and a culture of influence worldwide. But next week, Jamaica is the backdrop for something even stronger. It’s a clash of bold ideas, smart capital and entrepreneurship.
from May 1st to 3rdhosted by Kingston Beyond the Beach: Impact Investment SummitA three-day experience designed to promote deep conversations, burn contracts, and showcase the rise of innovation and entrepreneurship. Jamaica and the broader Caribbean.
It is at the heart of this global gathering Cross-border Entrepreneurs (EAB)a nonprofit organization rooted in simple but transformative beliefs: Entrepreneurship is the fastest path to economic uplift.
Mission that catalyzes change – one relationship at a time
was founded by Martin Babinek– High-tech entrepreneur and founder of the published HR-Tech Company Torinet–Leading by an executive director Chris CochranEAB is committed to linking emerging entrepreneurs in developing countries with the relationships and resources needed to thrive.
EAB is not your typical nonprofit organization. For entrepreneurs built by entrepreneurs, their focus is everything about people beyond the paperwork. Organizations believe that unlocking appropriate relationships, knowledge and capital will create ripple effects that boost the entire community and the economy as a whole.
That’s why the EAB brings a delegation 15 Impact Investors, Successful Technology Founders, Veteran Ecosystem Builder To Jamaica. Their goal? Partnership with Ingrid Riley Silicon Caribbeancontinues to influence the vibrant Jamaican technology and entrepreneurship scene for the past two years, building authentic connections and asking local founders simple but powerful questions. “How can I help?”
The partnership approach has resulted in six startups gaining more than US$1 million, meaning that six startups are valued between US$3 million and US$8 million.
More than just a summit – it’s movement
Beyond the beach summit It’s not your average meeting. Designed as “Unconference” – it means there are no hard presentations or panels for the panel – this experience is about real conversations, real connections, and real opportunities.
Participants can expect:
global candid conversations with global investors and veteran tech entrepreneurs.
Opening hours at ✅ Kingston Betatech Entrepreneur Community – One of the most active technological ecosystems in the Caribbean.
Rive startup stage pitch and feedback sessions.
Curve Curate networking designed to trigger unexpected collaboration.
Kingston’s exclusive access to creative entrepreneurship, arts and culture scene.
This is where capital meets the community. A place where bold ideas come across smart and experienced hands. And Jamaican’s tech and entrepreneurial future continues to capture the spotlight it deserves.
Why Jamaica? Why now?
Jamaica’s reputation as a tourist paradise often obscures one of its best secrets. Bold entrepreneurship, groundbreaking innovation, world-class business talent.
From fintech startups and digital media businesses to software platforms and creative tech ventures, Jamaican entrepreneurs are building the kinds of companies that shape the industry. And global investors are beginning to gain attention.
Beyond the Beach aims to amplify that story and create lasting relationships that lead to actual investment, collaboration and growth.
Who will you meet?
This summit is designed for those who want to not only talk about it but also shape the future. You meet:
💡 Early & Veteran high-tech entrepreneur
💸 Impact Investor
🌍 Global Technology Business
⚡ Ecosystem Builder
📊 Policymakers and corporate innovators
If you are serious about understanding where the wave of growth, partnerships and the next wave of opportunity will come from, this is where it is needed.
I’ll enter before the price goes up
The future is built here and requires front row seats.
🗓🗓️ Thursday, May 1st – Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
📍 Kingston, Jamaica
This is not just another business event. It’s a game-changing experience, relationship-building, and perspective-changing experiences.
Don’t ask anything indirect about it.
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