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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
!nnovate Guyana and US-based Caribshopper.com are Now Providing Diaspora with Access to Guyanese Agro-processors’ Products
Miami, Florida and Georgetown, Guyana – December 2, 2024 – !nnovate Guyana (IG) announces a strategic partnership with US-based online consumer packaged goods (CPG) marketplace Caribshopper.com, the premier e-commerce platform in the US and Canada for Caribbean-made consumer products. The collaboration has created direct-to-consumer (DTC) export opportunities for local agro-processors by introducing a curated selection of Guyanese CPG brands to North American consumers.
Long known for featuring goods from Jamaica and Trinidad, Caribshopper.com will now promote in and ship to the US and Canada Guyanese food products under this exclusive agreement. Guyana’s offerings will be available on Caribshopper.com under “Demerara Delights,” which will present brands that have completed the USAID- and IDB Lab-funded !nnovate Guyana Economic Development Accelerator (EDA) program, as well as those that meet the program’s criteria.
The EDA program provides comprehensive support to participants, including training, coaching, technical assistance, and access to zero-interest, recoverable grants of US$5,000 – US $50,000, used for working capital needs. With this collaboration, EDA-awarded businesses will now be able to take advantage of both the duty-free US Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI) and Caribbean-Canada Free Trade Agreement (CARIBCAN) to export their agro-processed goods to these North American markets.
“Our partnership with Caribshopper.com marks a significant milestone for Guyana’s food industry,” says Oslene Carrington, founder of !nnovate Guyana, ”This collaboration not only provides local producers with access to U.S. and Canadian markets, but also allows Guyanese living abroad to reconnect with their culinary heritage. Additionally, it enables Caribshopper to diversify its product range with Guyana’s unique offerings. This synergy promises to drive growth for participating agro-processors, satisfy the diaspora’s cravings for a taste of home, and introduce Guyanese flavors to a broader audience. We’re excited about the potential this partnership holds for all parties involved.”
Kadion Preston, CEO of Caribshopper.com said, “We are really excited to be introducing the 40,000+ monthly Caribshopper.com visitors in North America to the high-quality artisanal brands of Guyana. This exclusive partnership with the EDA is special to us, and we’re looking forward to seeing the participating CPG brands really thriving internationally as a result of this collaboration.”
To learn about the EDA program and its open application periods, register at www.innovateguyana.org/news.
Media Contact:
- Alysia Christiani
- 718.938.5896, achristiani@theguyanatrust.org
- Website:innovateguyana.org ; Facebook: @guyanadevelopmenttrust
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About !nnovate Guyana
!nnovate Guyana is a platform that showcases Guyanese inventiveness. !nnovate Guyana consists of the Guyana Innovation Prize, which supports ag-science and ag-tech startups; !nnovate Guyana TV on YouTube; the Economic Development Accelerator for growing agro-processors; the Global Entrepreneurship Network Guyana chapter; and the Executive Volunteer Corps, which engages the diaspora and friends of Guyana to assist innovators in Guyana’s burgeoning startup ecosystem.
About Caribshopper
Caribshopper is the premier online marketplace dedicated to connecting the Caribbean with the world. Founded with a mission to celebrate and promote the vibrant culture and rich heritage of the Caribbean, Caribshopper offers a diverse range of products sourced directly from artisans, farmers, and small businesses across the region. Our platform ensures that customers can enjoy authentic Caribbean goods, from handcrafted jewelry and clothing to gourmet food and beverages, all while supporting local economies and sustainable practices. For more information, visit www.caribshopper.com and follow us on social media @Caribshopper.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
!nnovate Guyana and US-based Caribshopper.com are Now Providing Diaspora with Access to Guyanese Agro-processors’ Products
Miami, Florida and Georgetown, Guyana – December 2, 2024 – !nnovate Guyana (IG) announces a strategic partnership with US-based online consumer packaged goods (CPG) marketplace Caribshopper.com, the premier e-commerce platform in the US and Canada for Caribbean-made consumer products. The collaboration has created direct-to-consumer (DTC) export opportunities for local agro-processors by introducing a curated selection of Guyanese CPG brands to North American consumers.
Long known for featuring goods from Jamaica and Trinidad, Caribshopper.com will now promote in and ship to the US and Canada Guyanese food products under this exclusive agreement. Guyana’s offerings will be available on Caribshopper.com under “Demerara Delights,” which will present brands that have completed the USAID- and IDB Lab-funded !nnovate Guyana Economic Development Accelerator (EDA) program, as well as those that meet the program’s criteria.
The EDA program provides comprehensive support to participants, including training, coaching, technical assistance, and access to zero-interest, recoverable grants of US$5,000 – US $50,000, used for working capital needs. With this collaboration, EDA-awarded businesses will now be able to take advantage of both the duty-free US Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI) and Caribbean-Canada Free Trade Agreement (CARIBCAN) to export their agro-processed goods to these North American markets.
“Our partnership with Caribshopper.com marks a significant milestone for Guyana’s food industry,” says Oslene Carrington, founder of !nnovate Guyana, ”This collaboration not only provides local producers with access to U.S. and Canadian markets, but also allows Guyanese living abroad to reconnect with their culinary heritage. Additionally, it enables Caribshopper to diversify its product range with Guyana’s unique offerings. This synergy promises to drive growth for participating agro-processors, satisfy the diaspora’s cravings for a taste of home, and introduce Guyanese flavors to a broader audience. We’re excited about the potential this partnership holds for all parties involved.”
Kadion Preston, CEO of Caribshopper.com said, “We are really excited to be introducing the 40,000+ monthly Caribshopper.com visitors in North America to the high-quality artisanal brands of Guyana. This exclusive partnership with the EDA is special to us, and we’re looking forward to seeing the participating CPG brands really thriving internationally as a result of this collaboration.”
To learn about the EDA program and its open application periods, register at www.innovateguyana.org/news.
Media Contact:
- Alysia Christiani
- 718.938.5896, achristiani@theguyanatrust.org
- Website:innovateguyana.org ; Facebook: @guyanadevelopmenttrust
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About !nnovate Guyana
!nnovate Guyana is a platform that showcases Guyanese inventiveness. !nnovate Guyana consists of the Guyana Innovation Prize, which supports ag-science and ag-tech startups; !nnovate Guyana TV on YouTube; the Economic Development Accelerator for growing agro-processors; the Global Entrepreneurship Network Guyana chapter; and the Executive Volunteer Corps, which engages the diaspora and friends of Guyana to assist innovators in Guyana’s burgeoning startup ecosystem.
About Caribshopper
Caribshopper is the premier online marketplace dedicated to connecting the Caribbean with the world. Founded with a mission to celebrate and promote the vibrant culture and rich heritage of the Caribbean, Caribshopper offers a diverse range of products sourced directly from artisans, farmers, and small businesses across the region. Our platform ensures that customers can enjoy authentic Caribbean goods, from handcrafted jewelry and clothing to gourmet food and beverages, all while supporting local economies and sustainable practices. For more information, visit www.caribshopper.com and follow us on social media @Caribshopper.
Stay in the Know
!nnovate Guyana exists to support budding and existing business founders. Keep up to date on the latest !nnovate Guyana news, updates, and programs by subscribing to our monthly newsletter.
We not only respond; we do our best to understand and meet the ecosystem’s needs.