Caribbean Economic Forum (CEF) 2026 is the region's leading investment forum, designed to spark deal origination, drive high-level dialogue, and transform project pipelines into bankable transactions within 12–24 months.
On June 18–19 in Barbados, CEF convenes global and regional investors, development finance institutions, governments, private sector leaders, and project sponsors ready to act.
In just two days, the forum compresses months of introductions into focused, results-driven engagement. CEF leverages curated regional pipelines, global investor appetite, public–private partnerships, and innovative blended finance models to accelerate outcomes.
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CEF 2026 is powered by Invest Barbados, the economic development agency of the Government of Barbados, responsible for attracting, facilitating, landing and sustaining global businesses for Barbados.
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Who is Attending
A dynamic mix of global investors, development finance institutions, multilateral agencies, and private-sector leaders have already confirmed their participation in the Caribbean Economic Forum 2026, with more being added every week.
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From the Leadership Team
On behalf of CEF 2026, we extend our warm regards and an invitation to engage with a transformative regional initiative designed to shape the future of economic growth, investment, and innovation across the Caribbean.
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From Blended Finance to Bankable Projects: CEF 2026 is Built for Execution
Two days. One room. The Caribbean's most deal-focused investment forum.
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Food & Agriculture Systems
Transforming Caribbean food systems into investable, resilient growth engines through regional value chains, agri-tech, and blue-food innovation.
Regional food processing hubs
Blue-food export platforms
Agri-tech and precision farming
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Water Security & Smart Infrastructure
Climate-resilient water infrastructure and smart urban systems designed for the Caribbean's unique geography and vulnerability.
Water desalination and treatment
Flood resilience infrastructure
Smart grid and utility systems
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Blue Economy & Oceans
Vast marine resources and climate pressures invite sustainable investment. The Caribbean is a global hub for blue economy leadership.
Sustainable fisheries and aquaculture
Maritime transport and port infrastructure
Marine biotechnology
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Trade, Tourism & Diaspora Capital
Structuring diaspora capital flows, trade corridors, and tourism investment for maximum Caribbean economic impact.
Diaspora bonds and investment vehicles
Tourism infrastructure and hospitality
Trade facilitation platforms
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Energy & Resilient Infrastructure
Accelerating the Caribbean's energy transition with bankable renewable projects, storage solutions, and grid modernization.
Utility-scale solar and wind
Battery storage and grid modernization
Energy efficiency and demand management
Event Schedule
Agenda
Over two days, CEF 2026 will blend high-level dialogue with structured deal-making, ensuring strategic conversations are directly linked to transaction opportunities.
Clinton White — Opening Remarks, Founder, Counselor Global Solutions
Gregory N. Hill — Welcome Remarks, Founder CEF / MD, Acero Capital
Kaye Greenidge — CEO, Invest Barbados
Honourable Minister Ryan Straughn — Feature Address, Minister of Finance of Barbados
MC: Kiran Maharaj
9:00–9:45AMEngine Room
Ministerial Roundtable
Honourable Minister Ryan Straughn — Minister of Finance, Barbados
Honourable Minister Lisa Jawahir — Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security & Sustainable Development, Saint Lucia
Moderator: Gregory N. Hill
9:45–10:30AMEngine Room
Governance Roundtable: River Lime Chat with CB Governors
The Caribbean Economy in 2026: Investible Resilience
Hon. Larry Howai — Governor & Chairman, Central Bank of Trinidad & Tobago
Hon. Dr. Gobind Ganga — Governor, Bank of Guyana
Hon. Kevin Greenidge — Governor, Central Bank of Barbados
Moderator: Gregory N. Hill
10:30–11:15AMEngine Room
Wall Street Meets Bay Street
Mitchel De Silva — CCO & Banking Head, Citibank T&T
Camilo Soler — Executive Director, Latin America DCM, J.P. Morgan
Randal Cezair — Regional Director, Corporate & Commercial Banking, Caribbean South & East
Victor Mendez — Executive Director, Santander Corporate & Investment Banking
Moderator: Wayne Shah — Head of Caribbean Banks, Wells Fargo
11:15AM–12:15PMPower Room
Power Room Powerplay
12:15–12:30PMCentre Stage
Centre Stage: Atlantic Council
Launch of Report
12:30–1:30PMLunch
1:30–2:30PMEngine Room
Engine Room — Diaspora Bonds
Mobilizing Diaspora Capital for Caribbean Future
Charles Goodfellow — Deputy Chair & Co-Founder, DESMOS
Dr. Kenneth Lee Harris — National President & CEO, The National Business League
Durwin S. Humphrey — CEO, Nationwide Imports
2:30–3:15PMPower Room
Power Room — Eppley | Spotlight — Global Cultiva
3:15–3:45PMBreak
3:45–4:30PMSpotlight
CFAN Session
4:30–5:30PMSpotlight
Mercavi Session
Speakers
Meet the Speakers
52 confirmed speakers across finance, development, trade, climate and innovation.
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About the Venue
Hilton Barbados Resort
Hilton Barbados Resort is located on Needham's Point peninsula, home to the historical Charles Fort. Constructed in 1650 to defend the Capital City and main harbor from invading forces, Charles Fort is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Be Part of the Deal Pipeline
Unlocking Strategic Opportunity
This Engagement Handbook is your guide to how CEF 2026 participation is structured. It outlines the Power Rooms and Spotlight Rooms — key spaces for meaningful dialogue, deal-making, and thought leadership.
Sponsorship Tiers
CEF Partners and Supporters
Caribbean Economic Forum is made possible through the vision, commitment, and partnership of our sponsors and supporters, whose leadership helps turn dialogue into action and ambition into opportunity.
For any further assistance or queries, please contact our Logistics and Protocol Team at caribbeaneconomic@gmail.com. or by phone at +1 (940) 623-1448 or +1 (868) 222-1035.
Register by 15th May to secure this rate. Accommodation is not included in this pass.
$425/person
2-Day Conference Access
Access to all Networking events
Lunch and networking coffee breaks
Official delegate pack and conference materials
One Day Pass
Perfect for attendees with tight schedules. Choose to attend either Day 1 or Day 2 of the event.
$275/person
All sessions for chosen day
Same-day networking access
Lunch & coffee breaks
Official delegate pack
Sponsors
Be Part of the Deal Flow
CEF 2026 is where mandates are won and projects move from pipeline to transaction.
Now Closed
Registration for Power Rooms and Spotlight Rooms is now closed. We thank all participants who secured their sessions and look forward to the high-level conversations and showcases these rooms will host on June 18–19 in Barbados.
Power Rooms are exclusive, closed-door sessions where Caribbean governments and private enterprises present bankable opportunities directly to principal investors. Built for confidentiality and action — moving projects from pitch to mandate, with clear pathways to execution within 12–24 months.
Registration Closed
Where brands get built
Spotlight Rooms
Spotlight Rooms are dedicated one-hour showcase slots where companies, funds, and institutions can present their products, strategies, and track records to a targeted audience of investors, governments, DFIs, and private-sector leaders.