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Centre for Local Business Development – entrepreneurship accelerators

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Georgetown · Seed · 1 people tracked

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The programme supports existing forestry supply-chain small and medium businesses in Guyana through a phased accelerator running January to September 2026. It combines seminar sessions, a bootcamp, a business acceleration programme with coaching and compliance mentorship, and matchmaking with financial institutions. Completing companies become eligible to apply for a matching grant administered by financial institutions. The initiative targets Guyanese founders or management-team members of businesses operating over a year in the forestry sector, aiming to drive inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.

Stage
Seed
HQ
Georgetown, GY
Instruments
Grants
Founded
2017

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Frequently asked questions

What stage does Centre for Local Business Development – entrepreneurship accelerators invest at?
Centre for Local Business Development – entrepreneurship accelerators invests at the Seed stage.
What sectors does Centre for Local Business Development – entrepreneurship accelerators focus on?
Centre for Local Business Development – entrepreneurship accelerators focuses on Energy, Impact & Social Good, New Materials.
Where is Centre for Local Business Development – entrepreneurship accelerators located?
Centre for Local Business Development – entrepreneurship accelerators is headquartered in Georgetown, GY.

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