Our Vision
Transforming the Caribbean into a global hub of AI-powered innovation, where every young person has the tools to build the future.
The Big Picture
We envision a Caribbean where innovation isn't limited by geography, education, or economic background. Where a young person in rural Jamaica can build a world-class AI application. Where Barbadian students create fintech solutions that serve the entire region.
This isn't just about individual success stories—it's about fundamentally shifting how the Caribbean participates in the global economy. From consumers to creators. From importers to exporters of innovation.
AI has given us the tools. JamStart provides the platform, funding, and community to make it happen.
Three Pillars of Change
Our approach to transforming the Caribbean innovation ecosystem
- • No-code/low-code AI tools training
- • Prompt engineering workshops
- • AI-assisted development bootcamps
- • Open access to cutting-edge tools
- • TV-style startup competitions
- • Media coverage of founder journeys
- • Celebrity entrepreneur culture
- • Community celebration of builders
- • Milestone-based funding programs
- • Mentor and investor networks
- • Regional market connections
- • Export-ready business models
The JamStart Model
How we're different from traditional accelerators
Traditional Accelerators
Require existing traction or technical background
Focus on Silicon Valley-style scaling
Limited cultural relevance to Caribbean context
Operate behind closed doors
The JamStart Way
Welcome ideas at any stage, teach AI tools from scratch
Build for Caribbean markets and global export
Deeply rooted in Caribbean culture and values
Transparent, media-driven, community-celebrated
Our Roadmap
The journey from vision to reality
2024: Foundation Year
Launch first cohort, establish media partnerships, prove the model works
2025: Regional Expansion
Scale to 50+ founders across 10 Caribbean countries, launch TV series
2026-2027: Ecosystem Building
Create Caribbean VC fund, establish university partnerships, launch corporate innovation labs
2028-2030: Global Recognition
Caribbean becomes known globally as an AI innovation hub, export success stories worldwide
Our Impact Vision
The measurable change we're working toward