This edition of Let’s Talk Business spotlights Flow Barbados as a key driver of connectivity and digital transformation across the island and wider Caribbean. The programme outlines Flow’s role as a critical infrastructure provider, enabling communication, commerce, education, and entertainment through its broadband, fibre, and mobile networks.

Who Is Speaking

• Host: Kristojay Paul
• Guest: Desron Bynoe, Vice President & General Manager, Flow Barbados
• Programme by: Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Summary
This edition of Let’s Talk Business highlights the critical role of Flow Barbados in powering connectivity and supporting economic activity across the island. As a leading telecommunications provider and BCCI partner, Flow is positioned as a key enabler of Barbados’ digital transformation.

The discussion outlines how Flow’s infrastructure—spanning broadband, fibre networks, and mobile services—supports business continuity, productivity, and growth across sectors including small enterprises, education, and government. Desron Bynoe emphasizes that reliable connectivity is no longer optional but essential to daily operations and national resilience.

The discussion highlights Bridgetown’s role as the historic and commercial heart of the country and examines the challenges facing traditional city centres, including changing business patterns, evolving consumer behaviour, infrastructure needs, and the demand for greater competitiveness. Revitalization is framed as more than physical upgrades—it is about reshaping the capital into a vibrant economic hub where commerce, heritage preservation, efficient mobility, and investment can coexist.

• Host: Kristojay Paul

• Guest 1: Eddie Abed, Chair, Bridgetown Revitalization Project

• Guest 2: Lalo Vaswani, Chair, Customs and Trade Facilitation Committee, Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry

The programme explores how Barbados’ economy has gradually shifted away from production and manufacturing, leaving the country heavily reliant on imports. Mark Hill, CEO of Export Barbados, explains that re-industrialization is not simply about reopening factories but about rebuilding the nation’s ability to produce, innovate, and add value to goods that can compete in international markets.

• Host: Kristojay Paul

• Guest 1: Mark Hill, CEO, Export Barbados

• Guest 2: Lalo Vaswani, Chairman, Customs and Trade Facilitation Committee, Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Speakers:

Mrs. Misha Lobban-Clarke – Executive Director, Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI)Ms.

Lizra Fabien – Consultant, United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR)

Mr. Hallam Payne – Managing Director, Steamatic Barbados Ltd

This edition of Let’s Talk Business with the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry focused on the growing urgency for climate and disaster resilience, particularly among micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), which form the backbone of Barbados’ economy. The discussion highlighted that business continuity planning is no longer optional, as enterprises face increasing threats from hurricanes, flooding, extreme rainfall, heat stress, utility outages, supply chain disruptions, cyber risks, and broader economic shocks.

Speakers:

1) Mrs. Misha Lobban-Clarke- Executive Director BCCI

2) Ms. Lizra Fabien- UNDRR Consultant

3) Mr. Hallam Payne- Managing Director of Steamatic Barbados Ltd

Guest 1: Kolade Nurse- BCCI'S Chair of the Digtial Societies Committee

Guest 2: Dennis Augustine, Founder, DX Alliance

In this edition of Let’s Talk Business, the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) examines whether Barbadian businesses are keeping pace with digital transformation in an increasingly competitive environment.

The discussion highlights that digital transformation extends far beyond having a website or social media presence. Kolade Nurse, Chair of the BCCI’s Digital Societies Committee, explains that meaningful transformation must be people-centred and built on clear business processes, appropriate technology, strong governance, and effective change management. He emphasizes the need for businesses to understand and improve their workflows, adopt digital tools that enhance efficiency and productivity, and put safeguards in place to manage cybersecurity risks.

Summary
This edition of Let’s Talk Business, the radio programme of the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), examines how escalating global and regional pressures are shaping Barbados’ business environment and cost of living.

The first edition of Let’s Talk Business for 2026, the radio programme of the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), sets the tone for the year ahead, focusing on resilience, innovation, and sustainable growth within Barbados’ business community.

This episode of Let’s Talk Business, the radio programme of the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), forms part of the Chamber’s 200th anniversary series spotlighting companies that exemplify excellence within Barbados’ private sector.

The programme focuses on Sagicor Life Incorporated, a regional financial services leader with nearly two centuries of service across insurance, banking, pensions, annuities, and real estate. The discussion highlights Sagicor’s long-standing reputation for stability, innovation, and responsible business practices, underscoring how strong financial performance is balanced with social responsibility and sustainability.

• Current concerns around the minimum wage
• What goes into determining a minimum wage
• What the proposed changes will mean for employers and employees

1. James “Jimmy” Clarke, BCCI President

2. Anthony Branker, Vice President – Strategy and Business Development, Massy Distribution (Barbados) Ltd.

3. André Gibson, AVP - Eastern Caribbean, Tropical Shipping

They share about navigating new tariffs: How US Trade Changes Impact Barbadian Businesse. – Tune in to Let’s Talk Business for Expert Insights!

In this episode of Let’s Talk Business, we will dive into these challenges and offer actionable insights for businesses aiming to embrace digital transformation. With the help of industry experts, we will discuss practical strategies and essential digital tools needed to thrive in the modern economy.

Our guest today is Eamonn Sheehy from Cloud Carib Limited.

Background:

Dr. Henderson Carter, a senior lecturer at the University of West Indies stated in 2023 that many businesses in Barbados fail mainly because of a lack of succession planning. Every entrepreneur at the midway point of his business must think of continuity, where do you see the business going after you retire or pass on.

Many entrepreneurs do not plan for their business’ future beyond them. However, Barbadians have been urged in recent years to become entrepreneurs and with many of these ventures becoming successful businesses, Business Continuity, specifically Succession Planning should be at the forefront of all newly successful and aging business owner’s minds.

- Dr. Dion Greenidge – Sagicor UWI School of Business

- Mr. Paul Inniss – Sagicor Life Inc

-Alison Browne-Ellis – CEO Payce Digital

-Marsha Lewis – Managing Partner, LCI CONSULTING