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The latest BCCEC Monthly Brief is now live! Discover actionable strategies to navigate regulatory updates and grow your business in today’s economic landscape. News report on Bahamas Chamber of Commerce Explores The “Power Of Connections” ALLURE OF THE SEAS – The power of connections. That was the focus of the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce’s recent power brunch aboard the Allure of the Seas. Dozens of entrepreneurs and business professionals boarded one of the world’s largest c

Published by Chester Robards, The Nassau Guardian, October 15, 2026 The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) said it will closely examine the government’s reported $39.3 million fiscal surplus to determine whether it represents genuine improvement or resulted from accounting adjustments and deferred obligations. While congratulating the Davis administration on reporting the country’s first fiscal surplus since independence, the Chamber said the pre

Published by Joshua Williams, Our News, October 4, 2026 ALLURE OF THE SEAS – The power of connections. That was the focus of the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce’s recent power brunch aboard the Allure of the Seas. Dozens of entrepreneurs and business professionals boarded one of the world’s largest cruise ships on Friday to connect, network, and listen to some of the brightest minds in the tourism industry. Our Joshua Williams was aboard the ship and has this report. It’s a partn

Published by Neil Hartnell, The Tribune, October 5, 2026 The Chamber of Commerce’s chairman says “the work will never be done” after the Labour Force Survey for the 2026 first quarter revealed that almost one in five Bahamians are either under or unemployed. Don Williams, also the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation’s (BCCEC) acting chief executive, told Tribune Business that tackling the jobless rate and under-employment are both “country-wide issues and

Published by Fay Simmons, The Tribune, October 5, 2026 The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation (BCCEC) is urging the Government to focus on collecting revenue already on the books, tighten spending, and improve fiscal transparency before considering any new or increased taxes. Don Williams, the Chamber’s chairman and acting chief executive, said The Bahamas needs to ensure its existing revenue system is working properly before asking businesses and residen

Published by Fay Simmons, The Tribune, October 5, 2026 The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation (BCCEC) is pushing for expanded international shipping routes and greater trade diversification as the country seeks to reduce its reliance on the US and limit the impact of global economic disruptions. Don Williams, the Chamber’s chairman, said increased shipping links could provide Bahamian businesses with greater access to specialised products, shorter wait ti

Published by Annelia Nixon, The Tribune, September 25, 2026 The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation’’s (BCCEC) chairman has assumed the role of acting chief executive following the departure of Dr Leo Rolle as it plans to pursue potential trade ties with Ghana this coming November. Don Williams said Dr Rolle’s departure became official at the beginning of September, although the Chamber’s Board has not yet established a timeline for recruiting a permanent

Published by Chester Robards, The Nassau Guardian, August 28, 2026 Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) Chairman Don Williams has welcomed the government’s decision to introduce its One Tax Bahamas (OTB) platform in phases, adding that its early rollout should give businesses more time for training and preparation. Williams told Guardian Business yesterday that BCCEC representatives spoke with government officials last week to gain a better underst

Published August 19th, 2026 As part of its commitment to providing young Bahamians with meaningful opportunities to gain practical work experience, the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) welcomed Nathan Bandelier as an intern in April 2026. Nathan, 20, will soon begin his studies in Economics at the University of The Bahamas. His interest in business and economics began at a young age, and his time at the Chamber gave him the opportunity to build

Published by Nathan Bandelier, BCCEC Intern, August 18, 2026 Hurricane season is a reminder that preparation should happen before a storm is on the horizon. Whether you are preparing your household or getting your business ready, taking the time to plan can help protect people, property, important documents, and business operations. The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation has put together a Hurricane Preparedness Checklist with practical tips to help ind

The latest BCCEC Monthly Brief is officially live! Unlock the strategic tools you need to navigate regulatory changes and scale your enterprise in today's economy. News report on Chamber seeks talks with govt, BPL, BGC on power crisis, offers solutions The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) is calling for direct talks with the government, Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) and Bahamas Grid Company (BGC) on the country’s worsening electricity situation

Back to School VAT Holiday is back for 2026! The Back-to-School VAT Holiday makes school shopping less expensive for parents while supporting local businesses throughout The Bahamas. Business Owners its now time to prepare; Shoppers its time to save Check out this year's procedure below!

Published August 6th, 2026 As part of the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture's National Summer Youth Programme, the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers' Confederation (BCCEC) was pleased to welcome Dasya McKenzie for a summer internship through the Job Placement Programme. Although Dasya is pursuing a degree in Biology at the University of The Bahamas, she embraced the opportunity to gain experience in a professional office environment. We sat down with her to reflec

Published by Chester Robards, The Nassau Guardian, August 6, 2026 The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) is calling for direct talks with the government, Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) and Bahamas Grid Company (BGC) on the country’s worsening electricity situation, arguing that the business community has practical ideas to help ease the crisis, but should not be expected to shoulder the burden for failures it did not create. Chamber Chief Executiv

Published by Youri Kemp, The Nassau Guardian, July 28, 2026 The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) is lamenting the increasing costs to businesses amid continuing power outages, and the diminishing reliability of the power supply that businesses have to face. In a statement to Guardian Business yesterday, Dr. Leo Rolle, executive director of the BCCEC, said: “The BCCEC is deeply concerned about the continued power outages affecting businesses acr

The latest BCCEC Monthly Brief is officially live! Unlock the strategic tools you need to navigate regulatory changes and scale your enterprise in today's economy. News report on Chamber on power outages: Bahamas needs dependable energy supply The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC), in a response to Guardian Business on concerns over power outages, said the recent frequency of outages is again highlighting the need for long-term, sustainable ener

Published by Jade Russell, The Tribune, July 21, 2026 THE rising cost of living is pushing more Bahamians to juggle multiple jobs and build side businesses simply to survive, with workers and business leaders warning that a traditional nine-to-five income is increasingly no longer enough. For some, side hustles have evolved into full-time businesses. For others, they remain a financial lifeline used to cover bills, support families and stay afloat between paycheques. Kendeniq

Published by Chester Robards, The Nassau Guardian, July 07, 2026 The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC), in a response to Guardian Business on concerns over power outages, said the recent frequency of outages is again highlighting the need for long-term, sustainable energy solutions, warning that businesses cannot continue operating under persistent electricity disruptions. The BCCEC said yesterday that companies across the country continue to ex

Dear Member, To help Bahamian businesses successfully navigate the digital marketplace, the BCCEC Digital Transformation Committee is gathering feedback for our latest initiative: "Help Shape the Future of IT in The Bahamas." We want to hear your thoughts on: Cybersecurity & Resilience Data Protection & Privacy AI & Emerging Tech Adoption General IT Infrastructure Needs Your responses will guide our policy recommendations and advocacy efforts with the government and stakehold

Published by Chester Robards, The Nassau Guardian, June 8, 2026 The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation (BCCEC) is in support of the latest National Insurance Board (NIB) contribution and benefit adjustments, explaining in a statement released on Friday that the continuing changes are necessary to preserve the long-term sustainability of the country’s social security system. The endorsement comes as NIB announced last week that pensions and grants will inc