FORMALIZATION TOOLKITS
WHO IS THIS TOOLKIT FOR?
Being an entrepreneur is empowering and can provide a sense of independence.
This business formalization toolkit is a roadmap for women-led and women-owned micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the Eastern Caribbean. It is designed to empower women to make informed decisions for themselves and their businesses.
OTHER NATIONAL RESOURCES
Antigua and Barbuda Intellectual Property and Commerce Office (ABIPCO)
The Antigua and Barbuda Intellectual Property and Companies Office falls under the Ministry of Legal Affairs which originally formed part of the High Court was established as a separate Department with the responsibility for the day to day administration of the following subjects:1. Companies; 2. Business Names;3.Trademarks; 4. Industrial Designs; 5. Geographic Indications; 6. Other types of Intellectual Property.
Type of Institution
Government body under supervision of the Ministry of legal affairs
Type of Resource
N/A
Resources
Small Business Development Application
Resource Description
N/A
Main Website
Ministry of Legal Affairs website
Social Media
Media and Documents
N/A
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
General: (268)462-3146
General Commerce Section: (268) 562-5437
General Intellectual Property Section: (268) 562-6719 Registrar: (268) 562-5440 Deputy Registrar (268) 562 8468 Fax: (268) 562-5438
Email: abipco@ab.gov.ag
Antigua and Barbuda Investment Authority (ABIA)
The ABIA is Antigua & Barbuda’s official domestic and international business development agency.
Type of Institution
Statutory Body
Type of Resource
National Development Resource
Resources
N/A
Resource Description
N/A
Main Website
"https://investantiguabarbuda.org/start-a-business/"
Social Media
Media and Documents
"https://investantiguabarbuda.org/resource-library/"
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
9 Factory Road, St John’s, Antigua, W.I. P.O. Box 80, Sagicor Financial Center, P.O. Box 80, Sagicor Financial Center - Phone: +1 (268) 481-1000
Antigua and Barbuda Chamber of Commerce & Industry
The lead advocacy organization providing quality representation and development services to the Private Sector throughout Antigua and Barbuda.
Type of Institution
Private Institution
Type of Resource
National Development Resource
Resources
Resource Description
N/A
Main Website
Social Media
Media and Documents
N/A
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
chamcom@candw.ag
Gilbert Agricultural and Rural Development Center (GARDC)
To develop skills of men and women between the ages of 16 – 30 years, to be able to establish and operate viable farms or other agricultural and rural based enterprises, at a universally acceptable standard of living.
Type of Institution
Civil Society Organization
Type of Resource
National Development Resource
Resources
Resource Description
Access the Training Application form and course application form for available programs including: Business Enterprise/Entrepreneurship, Customer Service in the 21st Century and Climate Smart Agriculture.
Main Website
Social Media
Media and Documents
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
Multiple Partners
Contact
June Jackson - Executive Director @268-463-4121 jjackson@gardc.org
Phone: 1(268)727-4121
Startup Huddle Antigua + Barbuda
Startup Huddle is a program from The Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) designed to educate, engage, and connect entrepreneurs. It is based on the notion that the best way for entrepreneurs to discover solutions to the challenges they face is through purposeful engagement with one another.
Type of Institution
Nonprofit organization part of a larger group with chapters around the world
Type of Resource
International Development Resource
Resources
Apply to Present at Startup Huddle
Resource Description
Access the application form to present your busines or idea at your local Startup Huddle Chapter.
Main Website
https://www.facebook.com/startuphuddleantiguabarbuda
Social Media
Media and Documents
N/A
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
Global Entrepreneurship Network Caribbean
Contact
startuphuddleantiguabarbuda@gmail.com | Phone: +1 268-775-5757
Antigua and Barbuda Bureau of Standards (ABBS)
The Antigua and Barbuda Bureau of Standards (ABBS) is the agency authorized by law (The Standards Act) to establish and maintain the national quality infrastructure (NQI – standards, testing, metrology – measurement services, certification and accreditation) in Antigua and Barbuda. The services provided under the ambit of the NQI are aimed at ensuring and protecting the health and safety of the consumer and the environment, and promoting fair trading practices, in the production, import and export of goods and services.
Type of Institution
International Government Ministry/Agency
Main Website
Social Media
Media and Documents
N/A
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
Old Parham Road
P.O. Box 1550
St John’s, Antigua WI
Tel: 462-2424 (Local)/+1 268 562-4011 (Int'l)
Email: abbs@ab.gov.ag
Directorate of Gender Affairs
Type of Institution
National Government Ministry/Agency
Type of Resource
Training
Resources
N/A
Resource Description
Through the Directorate of Gender Affairs' Women's Economic Empowerment, and Women in Leadership portfolios, we can connect existing and aspiring entrepreneurs with training opportunities spearhead by the DoGA, or by our reginal and international partners including CARICOM and UN Women.
Main Website
Social Media
Media and Documents
N/A
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
Old Parham Rd, St. John's, Antigua. gender@ab.gov.ag
The Prime Ministers Entrepreneurial Development Programme (EDP)
The Prime Minister’s Entrepreneurial Development Programme (EDP) is for the creation of new business entities which generate revenues, employment and innovation, and is essential for the development of a vibrant micro and small business sector. The overall objective of the EDP is to provide an avenue for Antiguan and Barbudan ownership of a greater stake in the economy.
Type of Institution
National Government Ministry/Agency
Type of Resource
MSME Support Programme
Resources
Financing & Training Applications
Resource Description
Access the Prime Ministers Entrepreneurial Development Programme (EDP) Online Application Form.
Main Website
Social Media
N/A
Media and Documents
Antigua and Barbuda EDP Brochure - PDF
Agency/s, Supporting Partner/s
N/A
Contact
Antigua Barbuda Investment Authority
Sagicor Building, Factory Road,
St. John’s, Antigua.
+1 (268) 481-1001
info@antiguabarbudaEDP.com
Eastern Caribbean Countries
