BCCEC In Action Blog

Published by Youri Kemp, The Nassau Guardian, January 13, 2026 The Business Readiness Expo, held last week at the Andre Rodgers Baseball Stadium, will become an annual event, as the turnout was better than expected, revealed BCCEC Chairman Don Williams. Williams told Guardian Business during the event that over 150 businesses showed up to the expo by lunchtime, and he was expecting a great deal more that had registered, before the end of the day at 4 pm. “It’s the first Busin

Published by Youri Kemp, The Nassau Guardian, January 2, 2026 The year 2025 has been one of action, visibility, and measurable impact for the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) , and in 2026, the Chamber will continue its effectiveness, which will include a focus on export readiness support for Bahamian businesses, according to BCCEC Chairman Don Williams in a press statement released on Wednesday. Williams continued: “While our digital platfor

Published by Youri Kemp, The Nassau Guardian, January 8, 2026 The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation’s (BCCEC) upcoming Business Readiness Expo tomorrow will put entrepreneurs in a better position to start their businesses. Dr. Leo Rolle, executive director of the BCCEC, told Guardian Business yesterday: “We at the Chamber believe that we have a level of responsibility to teach entrepreneurs – especially those fledgling entrepreneurs – the principles, t

Published by Youri Kemp, The Nassau Guardian, December 1, 2025 Peter Goudie, labor division head of the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) , said Freeport will take off very soon, and he is encouraging Nassauvians to move there to take advantage of the opportunities. Goudie, speaking to Guardian Business after the release of the country’s latest employment figures from the Bahamas National Statistical Institute (BNSI), said he noticed in the stat

The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) hosted its 2025 National Conclave of Chambers of Commerce in The Bahamas on Friday, November 7, 2025 , uniting business leaders, government representatives, and young professionals from across the islands. The day focused on strategies to build a resilient, future-ready Bahamas, with a particular spotlight on the opportunities and challenges faced by the Family Islands. Morning & Opening Attendees arrived

Published by Youri Kemp, The Nassau Guardian, November 13, 2025 The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation (BCCEC) said yesterday that any future wage increases must be linked to productivity in the private sector. Dr. Leo Rolle, executive director of the BCCEC , in a statement to Guardian Business, said that Minister for Labour and the Public Service Pia Glover-Rolle’s comments on future wage increases being linked to increases in productivity from workers

Published by Annelia Nixon, The Tribune, November 10, 2025 Communication, respect, and mentorship are essential for developing a healthy multi-generational workforce, business executives who attended the National Conclave of Chambers of Commerce were told. Michelle Malcom, the National Apprenticeship Programme’s (NAP) executive consultant, conceded that bridging the gap between generations in the workplace is a challenging task for most businesses. To foster a work environmen

Published by Fay Simmons, The Tribune, November 10, 2025 Family Island Chamber of Commerce chiefs have renewed calls for improved telecommunications and utility services outside New Providence. Pedro Rolle , immediate past chairman of the Exuma Chamber of Commerce, said communication systems are “one of the most frustrating” parts of operating a business on the Family Islands. Speaking at the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation’s (BCCEC) National Conclave

Published by Youri Kemp, The Nassau Guardian, November 10, 2025 Minister of Labour and the Public Service, Pia Glover-Rolle, said at the National Conclave of the Chambers of Commerce 2025 last Friday that the expansion of the digital culture will drive growth. “This approach ensures that Bahamians are not left behind as industries evolve,” she said. “It also ensures that employers have access to talent capable of meeting international standards. As we expand digital infrast

Published by Chester Robards, The Nassau Guardian, September 16, 2025 The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) continues to advocate for renewable energy use in the business community and is trying to make it easier for companies to understand and afford clean energy. CEO of the BCCEC, Dr. Leo Rolle , told Guardian Business yesterday, following a renewable energy conference held by the chamber in partnership with Stone Oak Bahamas, that there cont

Published  Bureau of Economic, Energy, and Business Affairs (September 2025) Curious about what makes The Bahamas an attractive...

Published by Youri Kemp, The Nassau Guardian, September 23, 2025 Peter Goudie, labor division head of the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and...

Published by Chester Robards, The Nassau Guardian, September 17, 2025 The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation...

Published by Chester Robards, The Nassau Guardian, September 11, 2025 More than 20 Bahamian enterprises were present and engaged in...

Published by Chester Robards, The Nassau Guardian, September 12, 2025 The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation’s...

Published by Annelia Nixon, The Tribune, August 29, 2025 The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) is set to...

Published by Neil Hartnell, The Tribune, September 2, 2025 Bahamian society and the economy will “pay the price” if this nation fails to...

Published by Youri Kemp , The Nassau Guardian, August 26, 2025 Dr. Leo Rolle , executive director of the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and...

Published by Youri Kemp , The Nassau Guardian, July 18, 2025 T he Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) has...

Published by Annelia Nixon , The Tribune, July 17, 2025 THE Small Business Development Centre’s (SBDC) executive director, Samantha...