Commercial Outreach Activities
The Bahamas Country Commercial Guide
The 2009 Country Commercial Guide provides an overview on the economy of The Bahamas and information on doing business here. It presents background information on the political, economic and social climate of the country and provides statistical information on major sectors, and reports some current economic and business trends. The guide also lists information on upcoming trade events and contact information for some Bahamian government agencies.
The U.S. Commercial Service
The U.S. Commercial Service, an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce, is a global network committed to supporting U.S. commercial interests around the world. The Commercial Service offices in the Caribbean have assisted U.S. companies in exporting nearly $300 million to the region since 2002. The U.S. Commercial Service offers comprehensive, customized solutions to your international trade challenges and provides export promotion assistance through a variety of products and services.
Webinar
The Economic-Commercial Section teamed up with the U.S. Foreign Commercial Service, Santo Domingo to host our first webinar on Wednesday, September 23. The webinar entitled, “Doing business in the Bahamas,” was geared to American business persons interested in exporting to The Bahamas. Linda Abbruzzese, International Trade Specialist at the U.S. Department of Commerce in Washington chaired the webinar. Robert Jones, Commercial Counselor for the Caribbean Region, U.S. Commercial Service in Santo Domingo presented an overview on the Caribbean Market, and Jefferson Dubel the Political/Economic/Public Diplomacy/Commercial Chief presented an overview of The Bahamas. Senator Tanya Wright presented a legal perspective on export trade to The Bahamas, and Thomas Dean, attorney with Dupuch and Turnquest, covered best prospects in The Bahamas.
International Buyer Program 2009
Each year the U.S. Department of Commerce selects 28 leading U.S. trade shows to promote worldwide through their global network of Embassies, Consulates, and Commercial Centers. These International Buyer Program (IBP) events provide a venue for Bahamian companies to learn about and meet with export ready U.S. firms.
Maximize your time at U.S. trade Shows - let us introduce you to prequalified U.S. exporters.
PRINT ’09
The United States Embassy led an eighteen member delegation to Chicago, Ill, September 10th-17th to attend the much anticipated PRINT ’09 EXPO. This massive show, which occurs only once in four years, featured over 800 exhibitors and 3,000 delegates stretching the globe as far east as China. The Bahamas was the only Caribbean country with U.S. Embassy delegates at the show, giving credence to the local print industry’s commitment to be resilient in the recession and relevant in the rebound.....for more see Spotlight in the Fall/Winter Edition of the Commercial Newsletter.
Upcoming Events
The Bahamas Energy Conference and Expo, November 12-13th, 2009, Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort
The Bahamas Energy Conference presents research on the latest energy trends and highlights emerging mechanisms on energy use and consumption. The event also features a trade component which will include energy-efficient products on the cutting edge of technology. The conference will be held in conjunction with the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and The Bahamas Hotel Association. We invite American manufacturers and distributors to participate. Registration forms and a complete overview of the event are available below.
2009 Trade Mission Participant registration form
Hotel information sheet
For further information contact U.S. Embassy Nassau; Tel: 242-322-1181, ext. 4226, or 4227; Email: Baina@state.gov or rollenewtonti@state.gov.
Commercial Newsletter 2009
The United States Embassy Commercial Service wants to keep you informed of all activities related to local businesses and trade shows. Please review the Commercial Newsletter, released on a quarterly basis.
2009 Commercial Newsletter Fall Edition (Oct. - Dec.)
2009 Commercial Newsletter Summer Edition (Jul. - Sep.)
2009 Commercial Newsletter Spring Edition (Apr. - June)
2009 Commercial Newsletter Winter Edition (Jan. - Mar.)