Investment Readiness:
Learn how to communicate your business vision effectively through structured pitch training and mentorship.
Programme Schedule:
Day 1
Getting the Investor’s Attention
Problem definition and validation, customer and market definition, solution refinement, value proposition design, positioning and competitive advantage.
Tuesday, May
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Day 2
Designing a Credible Financial Story
Market opportunity, product and revenue model, channel strategy, margins and profitability, growth and scale.
Wednesday, May
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Day 3
The DNA of a Winning Pitch
Pitch deck essentials, investor Q&A, pitching do’s and don’ts, one-minute pitch practice.
Thursday, May 8
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Day 4
Establishing Business Banking Relations (Funding Ready)
Why seek a loan, 5 Cs of credit, preparing financial statements, debt vs. equity, role-playing bank meetings.
Tuesday, May 13
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Day 5
Telling a Financial Story Banks Believe In
Business planning for loans, loan application strategy, financial statement deep dive.
Wednesday, May 14
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Day 6
Building Banking Relationships & Loan Pitching
Choosing financial partners, negotiating terms, loan pitch simulation, banker feedback.
Thursday, May 15
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Capital Quest, an initiative of the Cayman Islands Centre for Business Development (CICBD), is a structured investment readiness programme designed to prepare Caymanian micro and small businesses to secure funding and scale.
The programme equips entrepreneurs with practical tools to:
- Strengthen their business models and financial strategies.
- Build investor-ready pitches through expert coaching.
- Connect directly with financial institutions and investors.
Delivered through targeted workshops, simulations, and pitch practice sessions, Capital Quest bridges the gap between ambition and investment.
Programme Benefits:
Financial Mastery:
Refine your business financials to meet investor and lender expectations using proven frameworks and templates.
Strategic Positioning:
Craft a credible, data-backed narrative that resonates with banks and investors.
Real-World Practice:
Simulations, pitch clinics, and one-on-one mentoring give participants hands-on experience and actionable feedback.
Funding Connections:
Access curated investor networking events and tailored advisory hours to support post-programme fundraising.
| Questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| 1. What is the cost of the programme? | Capital Quest is fully funded by the Cayman Islands Government, making it free for all accepted participants. |
| 2. Who should apply? | Micro and small business owners, startups seeking growth, and established businesses looking for funding support. |
| 3. Where will the sessions be held? | CICBD Training Area, George Town. All workshops are in person. |
| 4. Do I need to be investor-ready before applying? | No. The programme is designed to take you from idea refinement to investment-ready pitch. |
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