About the SBA

About the Small Business Association

The Small Business Association of Barbados (SBA) is the island’s non- profit representative body for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). As the voice of small businesses across the island, the SBA represents its members, and by extension, the MSME sector by undertaking advocacy, education and training, business development and institutional networking actions. The goal of these thematic foci is geared towards creating an enabling environment for Barbadian small businesses to prosper and make a positive impact on national development.

The services provided to members and the wider MSME sector include:

Skills Development

Entrepreneurship Training

Develop and enhance your business skills with us!

As an approved TVET Council Training Centre, The Small Business Association provides training in varying business management and computer-related disciplines, inclusive of National/Caribbean Vocational Qualifications.

Marketing Support

SOS Marketplace Programme

Gain access to new audiences with our marketing programme!

The SOS Marketplace Programme is designed to promote goods and services produced in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, to local consumers, to encourage the patronage of the firms in this sector.

Stay Informed

Member Information Sessions

Knowledge is power, stay in the loop!

The SBA hosts numerous information sessions to keep you informed about current affairs, changes in the business environment, policies and programmes that impact the MSME sector.

Make the Right Connections

Networking Sessions

Your network is your net worth!

Network with potential business partners, clients and investors at our highly anticipated networking events to grow your market share locally, regionally and internationally!

Let Your Voice Be Heard

Advocacy & Lobbying

Speak up on matters affecting you!

Help to improve the legislative and policy environment for MSME growth through effective communication with us! Your assistance is greatly encouraged as we endeavour to continually represent you and your issues through enhanced lobbying and advocacy.

Membership

Membership in the SBA is opened to all legally established businesses meeting any of the following criteria:

• Annual Sales under BDS $10 million
• Employing fewer than 100 persons.

CONTACT

Small Business Association of Barbados

Suite 101 Building 4,

Harbour Industrial Estate, Bridgetown

Tel: (246) 228-0162 | Fax: (246) 228-0613 | theoffice@sba.bb | www.sba.bb