Giving Local Businesses a Voice

SXM Business Desk is a six-month business news and entrepreneurship initiative by Newsdesk, produced by Great Bay Media in collaboration with MyEquipex. The programme aims to strengthen Sint Maarten’s business community by highlighting local enterprises, emerging entrepreneurs, investment, employment opportunities, and economic development. Through accessible business journalism, the initiative will help bring the stories and contributions of local businesses to a wider audience.

Increasing Visibility and Access to Information

Small businesses and emerging entrepreneurs often struggle to afford professional promotion or gain access to reliable business information. SXM Business Desk aims to address these challenges by offering a free public platform where local businesses can gain visibility and residents can discover new opportunities. Each weekly episode will feature business news, an entrepreneur spotlight, practical business advice, and information relevant to local enterprises.

Connecting Entrepreneurs with Opportunities

Over six months, the initiative plans to deliver 26 weekly programmes, 52 short educational and promotional video segments, and three business-focused discussions. At least 26 businesses or entrepreneurs will receive dedicated editorial exposure. The content will also provide residents, jobseekers, students, and aspiring entrepreneurs with useful information about employment, business development, and opportunities within Sint Maarten’s economy.

Building a Lasting Business Platform

SXM Business Desk aims to become an ongoing source of local business news beyond the initial six-month project period. By investing in professional production equipment and building on Newsdesk’s existing media experience and digital platforms, Great Bay Media intends to establish a sustainable programme that continues supporting entrepreneurship and economic resilience.