The Tribune

By DENISE MAYCOCK

Tribune Freeport Reporter

dmaycock@tribunemedia.net

BOSS Club Bahamas, a summer entrepreneurship programme, is inspiring and empowering young future entrepreneurs here in Freeport.

The programme is in its second year and is free to students in grades seven through 12. It will run from July 11-30. The deadline for registration is Friday, June 23.

Boss Club Summer Programme is being hosted by A Call to Holiness Ministries (Agape House), in collaboration with Borderless Creative Group.

Programme Coordinator and Facilitator Shemia Williams, founder of Borderless Creative Group, said participants will be provided a unique opportunity to explore the world of entrepreneurship and gain essential skills and hands-on experience.

“This comprehensive programme combines self-paced online training, mentorship, collaboration with peers, and exciting real-world experiences to foster creativity, confidence, and problem-solving skills that are valuable in both business and life,” she said.

During their online training, Ms Williams said participants will learn about business ideas, market research, financial management, branding and marketing strategies, and effective communication.

The participants will also meet with mentors who will provide them with guidance as they develop their own business ideas.

There will be a Guest Speaker Series featuring local entrepreneurs from various industries who will share their personal entrepreneurial journeys.

Ms Williams said that the series will help to motivate students and ignite their passion for innovation, perseverance, and creative problem-solving.

She said students will also participate in Peer-to-Peer collaboration which creates a supportive environment to work together and exchange ideas.

During the final week, Ms Williams said participants will take part in an interactive boot camp, where they will engage in various games and activities designed to reinforce the knowledge and skills they have acquired throughout the programme.

At the end of the programme, those who have successfully completed the training and mentorship phases will attend a Pop-Up Market & Expo to launch their actual business ideas.

Ms Williams said the event provides a platform for students to showcase their ventures, interact with customers, and earn real income.

“We are thrilled to provide Grand Bahama’s youth with a headstart in exploring the possibilities of entrepreneurship,” she said.

“Our goal is to create that proverbial ‘village’ that helps parents nurture their children’s entrepreneurial spirit, whether or not they decide to pursue entrepreneurship,” she said.

“By partnering with Agape House, we hope to empower the next generation to utilize their God-given skills, talents, and creative ideas to create a successful future, uplift our community, and be guided by biblical principles,” Ms Williams said.

She said parents can learn more and register their students for free at linktree.com/bossclubbahamas.

Boss Club Bahamas’ email address is bossclubbahamas@gmail.com. Persons can also call Agape House at 242-352-4273.