​Global Bridges, Local Impact

​Celebrating the Launch of CEI Jamaica

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​Join us for an exclusive evening of connection, capital, and catalytic conversations as Nobellum officially launches CEI Jamaica, the Catalyst for Entrepreneurship & Innovation which is a bold initiative designed to accelerate women-led, innovation-driven startups across the Caribbean and Globally.

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​At the heart of the evening is our Investor Panel, where top voices in venture capital, private equity, and angel investing share real insights, bold perspectives, and actionable opportunities. This is the moment to connect directly with those shaping the future of investment in the region.

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​Why This Matters Now:

​🔹Startup activity in Jamaica is up 35% since 2021.

​🔹The Caribbean faces a $2.3B early-stage funding gap

​🔹Investors are actively seeking diverse, high-growth ventures in emerging markets

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​Who Should Attend?

​Whether you're a founder looking to raise capital, an ecosystem partner fuelling change, or a supporter of entrepreneurship and tech—this is your moment to build bold connections, share ideas, and shape the future.

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​What to Expect:

​🔹 Investor Panel – Unfiltered insights from top-tier funders

​🔹 Cross-Border Connections – Expand your network and perspective

​🔹 Investor Mixer – Engage with founders, funders, and innovation champions

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​Key Details:

​📍 VM Wealth Skydeck, Kingston, Jamaica

​📅 Saturday May 10th, 2025

​🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM JAM

​Agenda

​5:00 – 6:30 PM
Open Networking

• ​Mingle with entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem partners

• ​Light refreshments will be served

​6:30 – 6:45 PM
Opening Remarks:

​Harold Davis, JP
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Jamaica Business Development Corporation

​6:45 – 7:30 PM
Panel Discussion: Inside the Mind of Funders
Join us for a dynamic conversation exploring the funding landscape for startups, featuring insights across private equity, angel investment, and loan financing.

Event Host: Alexia Beckford, Program Manager – Jamaica Technology & Digital Alliance (JTDA)

Speakers:

• ​Rezworth Burchenson, CEO – VM Investments Ltd. & VM Wealth Management (Private Equity)

• ​Danielle Graham, Co-Founder – The Firehood & General Partner – Phoenix Fire (Angel Investing)

• ​Dr. David Lowe, Managing Director - The Development Bank of Jamaica

• ​Moderator: Melisa Ellis, Founder & CEO – Nobellum Enterprise

​7:40 – 9:00 PM
Networking Continues

• ​Connect with panelists, founders, and other guests to build meaningful partnerships

​Speakers

​Panelist for the "Global Bridges & Local Impact: Investor Panel"