GB Chamber Congratulates Jumpstart Awardees

Freeport, Grand Bahama – January 29, 2012 – G. B. Chamber of Commerce

The Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce under its new President, John Swain has chartered a course for 2011-2012 under the theme, ‘Reset, Restart, and Restore’. A very gloomy business outlook with rough seas ahead has been painted for Grand Bahama over the past several years. The GBCC as the premier organization that brings together the business community has taken the helm to guide businesses safely to shore with its various programs and initiatives.

To this end, The Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate the first 25 Grand Bahamians who recently received their Jumpstart Government Grant. Small Businesses as is frequently stated plays an integral role in boosting our economy. We look forward to 25 new businesses to open in short order and contribute to the much needed economic growth and development of the island. We encourage creativity in business as we continue to diversify our industries. The first issuance was focused on Tourism based businesses which we hope will contribute to better visitor experiences on the island, increase return visitors and tourism numbers as a whole for Grand Bahama.

The Jumpstart Government Grant coupled with the Grand Bahama Port Authority’s business license exemption extension has come at an opportune time. As we begin 2012, it confirms our theme; ‘Reset, Restart, Restore’. To the business community, let us shake the dust of discouragement, despondency and disappointment and let us begin a new chapter of success stories.

As our mandate, GBCC is here to provide resources and be your voice whether a small business or a conglomerate. At GBCC we understand the challenges of starting a business and sustaining a business. We encourage the recipients to make full use of the Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce. Our projects, programs and initiatives are centered around building businesses on Grand Bahama.

Once again on behalf of the Board of Directors and our members, we congratulate the first 25 recipients of the Jumpstart Government Grant and we hope this becomes the impetus to birth other new businesses on Grand Bahama.

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Get Involved - Partner With Us, The Young Bahamian Music Society

The Young Bahamian Music Society (TYBMS) is seeking to turn talented Bahamians into competent entrepreneurs capable of launching their own careers in the music industry.

WIth the launch of the "Artist of the Year 2012" programme, aspiring musicians will have the opportunity to get their music recorded, get two free video shoots, as well as the chance to be named the most promising artist of the year.

The programme is open to solo acts, duos, trios or groups representing any established genre or styles of music. Prior to being announced as winners, the 48 selected recording acts will have one song of their choice professionally produced and recorded at the Compass Point Studio.

Starting this month, there will be four artists of the week selected by TYBMS. Of the four artists, one will be selected at the beginning of every month as the artist of that month. A total of 12 acts will get a music video shoot.

At the end of the year, one artist will be chosen as the "Artist of the Year 2012" and will get their extended length album recorded and produced, and will get an additional music video shoot.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY
This is a great opportunity for your establishment to take the initiative in making a change in our young people of The Bahamas. We use music to change the lives of those who have had a difficult start by helping them to build confidence and discover their potential. Your support will allow us to continue with this vital work, using music to provide hope and inspiration for a generation of children and young adults.

OUR VISION
Through music making, any young person, regardless of their background, should have opportunities to discover their creativity and fulfill their potential.

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We help children and young people with least opportunity discover their creativity and potential through music making.

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