Many micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) find it challenging to understand what lenders and investors are looking for and what it takes to become finance-ready. The OECS MSME Finance Readiness Programme is designed to help bridge that gap. Through practical training, self-assessment and direct engagement with financial institutions, participants will gain a better understanding of lender expectations, strengthen their financial management skills and identify the steps needed to improve their finance readiness.

Over three days, participants will:

• Understand why financing applications succeed or fail
• Strengthen their financial management skills
• Explore financing options that best fit their business
• Connect directly with financial institutions

Programme Details

Dates: September 1-3, 2026

Venue: Fort Young Hotel, Dominica

Facilitator: Tonya Cummins, Access to Finance Officer

Who Should Attend?

This programme is intended for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) operating in Dominica, particularly those that:

• Are seeking to access finance to grow their business
• Want to better understand lender and investor expectations
• Have previously experienced challenges securing financing

Register

Registration closes August 25, 2026 at 11:59 p.m (AST).