Helping 1 Entrepreneur at a time

GLOBAL HOST:
The Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN HQ)

NATIONAL HOST:
SLUDTERA Inc.

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY:
The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs
via the U.S. Embassy of Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean & the OECS

ECOSYSTEM PARTNERS:
St. Lucia Small Business Development Center
YLAI Network
GEN Caribbean

Startup Huddle is a simple way to engage entrepreneurs in/from communities around the community.

On the second Wednesday of each month, Startup Huddle St. Lucia offers one or two local entrepreneurs with ventures in the early stage (6 months to 3 years in operation), to present to an expert panel, and to a diverse audience of mentors, advisors, peers, and most importantly, the community. A guest speaker is also offered the opportunity to address the 'community' on a theme or issue related to the industry of the presenter.

In November 2019, the Startup Huddle 'community' was expanded to the rest of the Eastern Caribbean; St. Vincent & the Grenadines, St. Kitts & Nevis, Antigua & Barbuda, Grenada, Dominica and Barbados. They are all supported by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational & Cultural Affairs, via the U.S. Embassy of Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean and the OECS.

Welcome to

Startup Huddle St. Lucia

Where you can participate in the biggest connection point for entrepreneurs in St. Lucia to engage!

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STEP 1: 
EDUCATE YOURSELF ON WHAT IT TAKES TO PRESENT AT STARTUP HUDDLE

HERE ARE THE CRITERIA:
The Startup Huddle educational experience is designed for entrepreneurs who are leading companies through the early stages of a new venture. As such, there are specific criteria that Startup Huddle organizers must use in order to select a company. We use the same criteria globally.
  1. The business model conveys intention and ability to grow. Examples of presenter company qualities: Using technology to scale; expanding by cities, state, region, or nation (unconstrained by geography); or has a new, disruptive business model.
  2. The company, ideally, is 3 years old or younger - 3 to 5 years only if the company still lacks customers. If your company is not accepted, please do not be offended. We hope that you will still attend Startup Huddle and take advantage of the experiential learning that takes place every week.
  3. Have an interest in contributing to the St. Lucian market or economy. Whether it be for business purposes to create employment or provide support in creating employment.

This program is intended to support and showcase local entrepreneurs. However, from time to time, experienced Startup Huddle presenters may apply to present at other chapters while they are traveling. Take advantage of these opportunities to learn more about them and about their local chapter.

HERE IS WHAT IS REQUIRED OF YOU BEFORE YOU PRESENT:
  1. Fill out the application.
  2. The Startup Huddle St. Lucia Review Team will get back to you with a response.
  3. If you are accepted, you will be sent a date to present. If this date does not work for you, work with the Review Team to find another date.
  4. Prepare a 6-minute presentation. 
  5. Receive feedback from our team Coach on your presentation before your date to present.
  6. Practice, practice, practice.
  7. Show up 30 minutes before the event starts. 
  8. Startup Entrepreneurs who require travel in order to present must familiarize themselves with what is required in order to travel.
HERE IS THE GENERAL FORMAT OF THE EVENT:
  • 15 mins    Open networking/refreshments
  • 3 mins     Opening remarks
  • 6 mins     Presentation #1
  • 20 mins   Question & Answer session #1
  • 6 mins      Presentation #2
  • 20 mins    Question & Answer session #2
  • 8 mins     Community announcements/surveys
  • 2 mins     Closing announcement
  • 10 mins    Closing Networking
Your presenter application may be accepted in some cities and not approved in others. Organizers have some discretion, though Startup Huddle tries to align consistent standards.


AFTER YOUR PRESENTATION:
  • You will receive formal feedback from the organizers via a survey.
  • You may receive private comments/feedback from the audience. This will go directly into your company profile. For your eyes only.

STEP 2: 
PARTICIPATE IN STARTUP HUDDLE ST. LUCIA

You’ll get the best sense of the full experience by attending an event. When you attend the event, introduce yourself to one of the local community organizers and ask questions to learn more about the program.

STEP 3: 
GIVE BACK
Once you’ve presented, it’s time to give back to the Startup Huddle community.
  1. Attend Startup Huddle St. Lucia when you can. It’s held on the second Wednesday of every month (so plan your participation and/or your trip!)
  2. Mentor/coach future presenters. Join our workshops or coaching sessions in person or virtually.
  3. Refer other startups to present. Especially those who may not have heard about the program.
  4. Invite other people to attend. You will be provided with outreach material that you can send to your contacts via email.
  5. Give advice and feedback on your Startup Huddle St. Lucia experience
  6. Host Startup Huddle in your own country (for participants outside of St. Lucia).
  7. After you present at Startup Huddle St. Lucia, you will be encouraged to become a member of SLUDTERA, the host of Startup Huddle St. Lucia.
  8. Become a financial sponsor or in-kind sponsor 

READY TO PRESENT YOUR COMPANY/ORGANIZATION? NEXT STEP IS TO APPLY!


After watching the presentation, please fill out this survey. Team #SHSL would like to get feedback from you on the presenters and give you the opportunity to share advice, suggestions and comments that would benefit the presenters. 
  •  07/13/2022 08:00 PM
  • Online Event

On Wednesday, July 13th, we listened to a presentation by Kisss Creations led by Stephyan Leonce.

  •  06/08/2022 08:00 PM - 06/08/2022 09:30 PM
  • Online Event

On Wednesday, June 8th, we listened to a presentation by Norbert's Educational Resource Development Enterprises out of St. Lucia, led by Jordann Norbert.

  •  05/11/2022 08:00 PM
  • Online Event

On Wednesday, May 11, 2022, we connected, shared, and learned from one (1) amazing business - check out her presentation: Entrepreneur - Mrs. Vernin VigierReynoso The Business - Sirens Hotel (formerly Fleur's de Lis Cottage) Website - https://abnb.me/Y9rliRhd0pb Product / Service - Hospitality Industry

  •  04/13/2022 08:00 PM
  • Online Event

On Wednesday, April 13th, we listened to presentations by ShevyQ and Webmasters Design Studio out of St. Lucia, led by Shevon Anatole and Tamie Frederick respectively. Our Expert was Darlisa Diltz, of North Texas Entrepreneur Education and Training Center and The Center NTX.

  •  03/09/2022 08:00 PM
  • Online Event

On Wednesday, March 9th, we listened to presentations by CakeTastic and Fany Coco out of St. Lucia, led by Angel Ernest and Clyelle Flavius respectively.

  •  11/10/2021 06:00 PM
  • Online Event

Two entrepreneurs. Two islands. Two Startup Communities. One ecosystem. On November 10th, 2021 from 6 pm to 7:30 pm, two Huddle organizers will merge their chapters to bring the very first cross-Caribbean Huddle, bringing networking, expansion of the entrepreneurial community, and increased connections. One presenter from St. Lucia and one presenter from St. Kitts & Nevis will present their business venture to a panel of experts and the viewing audience from both islands and beyond!

  •  06/30/2021 07:00 PM
  • Online Event

Caesaria Hutchinson-Parsade will present on her business at Startup Huddle St. Lucia.

  •  06/23/2021 07:00 PM
  • Online Event

Perlina Murray, Sanue Joseph, and Sandra Prospere will present on their businesses at Startup Huddle St. Lucia.

  •  06/16/2021 07:00 PM
  • Online Event

Vernasha Clovis, Nasha Louis, Camille Paul and Maricia Wilson will present on their businesses at Startup Huddle St. Lucia.

  •  06/09/2021 07:00 PM
  • Online Event

Cleopatra Jules-Baker, Melita Ashford, Vernancia Polius and Shirnele Gopal will present on their businesses at Startup Huddle St. Lucia.

  •  05/12/2021 07:30 PM
  • Online Event

Vegan Avenue provides natural & healthy foods and beverages such as a variety sea moss and smoothies for persons 2 years to senior citizens. Our expert panel will be Robin Darrell of St Lucia Network of Rural Women Producers and Rt. Hon. Priest Kailash Leonce of Mount Kailash Rejuvenation Centre.

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  •  04/14/2021 07:00 PM
  • Online Event

Simple Innovations & Solutions (S.I.S) offers tracking and management systems for vehicles, warehouses, documents and much more. Our expert panel; Carla Williams-Johnson of Carli Communications and Gilland Avril of NGage. Our Guest Speaker presentation will be made by Carla Williams-Johnson on the topic: Media Marketing for Innovative Startups.

  • $0.00
  •  03/10/2021 07:00 PM - 03/10/2021 09:00 PM
  • Online Event

Blu Media Marketing provides social media marketing and consultancy services which includes social media page set-ups and management, SM audits, graphics designing, website set-ups and management, brand ambassador services, PR services, etc. Our expert panel; Carla Williams-Johnson of Carli Communications and Rankin Morgan of 123 Digital & Dazzle Magazine. Our guest speaker is Rankin Morgan presenting on the topic: Digital Marketing for your Business.

  • $0.00
  •  02/10/2021 07:00 PM - 02/10/2021 08:30 PM
  • Online Event

EcoCreationz is the only eco-textile company in St. Lucia which aims to reduce and even eliminate textile waste by transforming unwanted fabric/material into wearable fashion and products. Our expert panelists; Lyn Bristol, founder of LBM designs St Lucia and Joycie Mederick, President of the Fashion Council and National Director of Miss Universe Saint Lucia.

  • Castries, Saint Lucia

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