BCCEC Newsletter: October 2026
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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 cruise ships on Friday to connect, network, and listen to some of the brightest minds in the tourism industry.
News report on ‘Work never done’: 20% jobless or underemployed
The Chamber of Commerce’s chairman says “the work will never be done” after the Labour Force Survey for the first quarter of 2026 revealed that almost one in five Bahamians are either underemployed 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 concerns” that the Government and private sector are working “diligently to combat” after it was disclosed that 49,325 Bahamians fall into these categories.
News report: Chamber chair acting CEO as it eyes Ghana possibility
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 chief executive.
Event Recap: BCCEC Explores The Power of Connections at 2026 Power Brunch | October 2nd, 2026
The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) hosted its 2026 Power Brunch on Friday, October 2, aboard Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas, bringing together members of the business community, government representatives, entrepreneurs, international partners, and friends of the Chamber.
Spotlight on the Bahamas Trade Portal
Dive into our Trade Section for a comprehensive look at recent news, exciting trade events, and opportunities, including:
MFF Middle East Food and Food Technologies Fair: We are pleased to announce the upcoming MFF Middle East Food and Food Technologies Fair, taking place from November 5–7, 2026, in Gaziantep, Türkiye.
As a premier regional platform, the MFF Fair will bring together the full spectrum of the food and processing ecosystem—showcasing comprehensive product categories from raw ingredients and finished goods to cutting-edge food technology and packaging solutions.
Notices & Events
Your Member Notices are here! Discover new products and local specials by visiting Caribbean Wines & Spirits at cwsbahamas.com following Monument’s successful debut at Hands for Hunger’s annual Paradise Plates fundraiser, transition your business seamlessly to the new One Tax Bahamas online platform ahead of upcoming deadlines with flat-fee registration assistance from Drewber Solutions Group Ltd. ($260 VAT inclusive | contact christina@drewbersolutions.com), and preview BYD’s 3 new bigger, badder, and bolder 2027 vehicle models coming soon by messaging 827-1133 on WhatsApp. Streamline your investments before the January 1, 2027 deadline by updating direct deposit instructions for your brokerage cash accounts with RF Group via rfgroup.com/direct-deposits-to-your-account, empower your operations with reliable backup power by saving 15% on selected in-stock CAT® generators while supplies last from M&E Ltd. (sales.department@me-ltd.com), ensure uninterrupted delivery of your Real Property Tax bills and tax updates by keeping your contact details up to date with the Department of Inland Revenue via vat.revenue.gov.bs, and scale your enterprise with confidence using strategic growth roadmaps from 360° Business Advisors, as we continue building a stronger, more connected Bahamian economy together!
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