Do you own a business, and are you struggling with bringing more customers, subscribers or partners on board? Is your production stagnant? Maybe you just can’t seem to grow your order numbers. It’s no secret that Haitian entrepreneurs are on the rise. It seems like almost every week I learn about a new Haitian business or startup in the works. We are finally beginning … [Read more...]
Startup 201 for Haitians, and Why You Need to Act Now
I co-hosted the Legacy of 1804 Blog talk online show last month, and David Pierre-Louis was my guest. He talked about his Port-au-Prince Startup Week initiative. The topic was supposed to cover the ideas and planning that led to what many considered an innovative event for Haiti. In my quest to support the event, I reached out to Alice Backer, founder of Legacy of … [Read more...]
Why Haiti Needs to Focus on Building a Startup Ecosystem
Haiti’s economy is sinking fast and foreign aid will not be the answer. Here’s why. Can you name one non-profit that has transformed an economy without the for-profit business umbrella? The answer is probably no, or at least not one that easily comes to mind. Now, can you name a for-profit business or individual that became so financially successful that later on … [Read more...]