Johnell Curry’s entrepreneurial journey is a tale of unexpected loss followed by triumph. After acquiring Computer Creations from its original owners, she managed the store steadfastly – until Hurricane Doria...
After leaving her retail job in 2015, Colette Ferguson boldly chose to pursue her artistic passion. She established Coco Reef Craft Company, where she turns items typically found lying on the beach into exquisite accesso...
As an island boy at heart, Smith grew up exploring the shores of his native island of Exuma. When he became an adult, his love for the ocean led him to seek employment at a water tour company – that is – unti...
When Antonio Hall left his career in architecture in 2016 to “try his hand” at farming, he was given the nickname the “crazy farmer.” Still, hard work, determination, and a passion for the soil en...
Out Island Water Company was created by Trevor Williams, a native of the island of New Providence. The startup will specialize in purified water manufacturing, water bottling and manufacturing ice. The Access Accelerator...
A 10-pound bag of goat pepper gifted by a friend-led home cook Cherelle Cartwright on a path to creating pepper jams and jellies. After demand for her products spread like wildfire, a grant from Access Accelerator enabl...
Natasha Jones’ entrepreneurial journey is reminiscent of the parable of the talents. Gifted Out Island Printing in 2014 by its original owner, she multiplied the business, strengthening the flagship location...
Amid a pandemic that saw his sales shrivel up like a water-starved sprout due to global travel restrictions, entrepreneur Benjamin Davis remained undeterred. Instead, he spent his days in his home office relentles...