Episode Overview

2026 is emerging as a pivotal year for the Caribbean. Rising costs, foreign exchange constraints, energy price shocks, AI-driven disruption, and shifting global trade dynamics are exposing the limits of many traditional Business Model choices across the region.

For decades, the Caribbean has relied heavily on import-based businesses, franchises, tourism, and government employment to fuel economic activity. In this episode, we break down why those approaches are becoming increasingly fragile — and why service-based, globally oriented businesses represent a more resilient Business Model for the world we are now entering.

This episode is about recognizing the reality of the moment and rethinking how we build businesses in a rapidly changing global environment.

3 Key Takeaways from This Episode

• Many businesses in the Caribbean only worked because conditions were artificially favorable — rising costs are now forcing a long-overdue reckoning.
• Earning globally while operating locally is becoming essential as foreign exchange constraints tighten across the region.
• Service-based businesses offer flexibility, scalability, and resilience that import-heavy models struggle to achieve in 2026 and beyond.

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