The Value Kevin Valley

In this episode, we are with the Managing Director of The Bahamas Development Bank (BDB), Nicholas Higgs. Nicholas was also the Director and Chief Operating Officer for the Access Accelerator Small Business Development Center (SBDC), where he led the business development department. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with deep expertise in development finance, research, and capital raising. 
Here we delve into investing and raising funds in the Bahamas. Nicholas discusses his journey as a managing director, sharing insights gained along the way. He also emphasizes the importance of networking, tenacity, and expanding one’s horizons. Join us as we look deeper into the Bahamian economy and explore its investment opportunities.
Highlights:
[02:08] Taking on the role of Managing Director at the age of 31
[05:27] The value of networking and controlling your narrative
[12:36] Overcoming fears and getting out of the box
[19:00] The power of tenacity
[24:43] The art of valuation
[29:23]  Nicholas’ insights in raising funds and securing deals
[36:07]  The Bahamian economy during the COVID-19 Pandemic
[40:43]  The Bahamas Development Bank and its rebranding
[43:05]  The Sleeping Giant: Bahamas’ Potential and Opportunities
[48:11]  Investing and raising capital in the Bahamas
[51:38] Crowdfunding in the Caribbean
[53:45] The BDB’s vision and goals
[59:22] BDB’s fund allocation
[01:00:39] How do you present your business for financing
[01:05:19] Common misconceptions about investing in the Caribbean
[01:10:57] Nicholas’ upcoming podcast: Mastering Finance
 

In this technologically advanced world, everything is getting digitalized. For any business to keep up, it has to learn how to efficiently incorporate technology into its processes. 
 
In this episode, digital marketing and e-commerce specialist Keron Rose sits with us as we delve into the world of digital marketing and e-commerce. Keron is also a writer and a podcast host, and his platforms aim to educate Caribbean entrepreneurs about the technology they need to start a business.
 
Here, Keron discusses the different digital payment platforms available in the Caribbean and the value proposition they offer. He emphasizes the importance of considering the pros and cons of the various digital payment facilitators and choosing the most suitable for your business.
 
Highlights:
Keron’s journey to digital marketing and e-commerce
Exploring the different payment platforms and knowing what suits you
Digital tools and strategies to enhance your online presence
Utilizing digital tools to build your brand: success stories
Challenges in adopting digital payment solutions
Understanding how various digital payments work
Looking into the value proposition of different payment facilitators
Republic Bank’s Endcash digital wallet
Weighing payment solutions and consumer behaviour
Digital payments: A look into the future
The importance of legal conversations on fintech
 
Resources:
Digipreneur FM
Keron Rose Website

In this episode we are with Cherie Williams, an accomplished entrepreneur and visionary. Cherie is the founder of FIRM1040, a tax firm assisting clients in different aspects of their financial lives, and the owner of Veekle - a digital peer-to-peer car renting business.Cherie is an experienced accountant holding certifications from the New Jersey Certified Public Accountancy Board, an MBA in Finance, and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. Having gained valuable experience in corporate leadership roles before starting her ventures, Cherie is well-positioned for the entrepreneurial journey. She has a deep passion for helping others. 
 
In this insightful episode, Cherie glances at her journey as an entrepreneur venturing into various start-ups. She shares with us the inspiration behind Veekle, how she turned this concept into reality, and how she manages the challenges any self-funding business faces.
 
Highlights:
Cherie's journey to entrepreneurship
How the concept of Veekle came to being
What is MVP and why utilize it
How to keep your sanity through the process
How the Veekle platform works
Pitch competitions, their benefits, and how to prepare for them
Taking the business to the next level
Biggest challenges in growing the business
Advocating your business, getting feedback, and taking the risk
The actuality of running a business
Cherie's advice for entrepreneurs
 
Contact Cherie Williams:
LinkedIn: Cherie Williams, CPA, MBA
Instagram: @iamcheriewilliams
 
Find out more about Veekle:
LInkedIn: Veekle™
Facebook: facebook.com/justveekle
Instagram: @justveekle
Twitter: @justveekle

In this episode, we are with the well-known Caribbean media professional and personality Samantha Best. Samantha is widely known as a former prime-time news anchor at CCN TV6, but more than that, she is an accomplished author, content consultant, and insurance agent. It was her ability to connect with the audience and her personal touch that made her one of the most popular media personalities on television and radio. In 2023, she made a career shift as she became a member of the Guardian Group as an insurance agent, making a positive impact on people's lives.
 
Samantha enjoys empowering people to work smart and make more which is what this episode is about. She shares her journey from her humble beginnings in the media industry to transitioning in different career paths. Moreover, she emphasizes the benefits of insurance and the importance of time management in achieving success.
 
Key Takeaways:
Samantha's life before entering the media industry
Finding her path in media and handling the pressures of being a beginner
How can you improve your craft
You must have different layers and be in different places to build your brand.
Learn from your mistakes.
Dealing with burnout and negative comments
Samantha's journey on rebranding and getting back to her passion
Being a woman in media and Samantha's advice to those aiming to get into the media industry
Samantha's unique approach to insurance and financial freedom
Build a system of content creation that fits your routine. It can be different for everybody.
How to manage your time and get organized.
 
Resources:
The Balance Block Method: A Guide to Improved Time Management and Productivity by Samantha Best
Transform Your Life With Samantha's Balanced Success Checklist 
 
Watch this video on YouTube here
 
Contact Samantha Best
Website: samanthabest.life
 

In this insightful episode, we are with Ocey Phillips, an expert on digital transformation, focused on assisting companies in keeping up with customer needs in a technologically advanced world. He helps companies grow revenue by matching their perceived value with the problems consumers are looking for solutions to. As an experienced digital consultant with over ten years of successes and failures in the digital, technology, ICT, and telecoms sectors, he is adept at handling various projects and challenges.
 
As Ocey sits down with us in this episode, we take a deep dive into the Caribbean financial services sector and talk about reinventing the process to adapt to the technologically advanced world. He also shares his insights on managing and adding value to businesses.
 
Key Takeaways:
Defining Digital Darwinism
People management through framework and autonomy
What inspired Ocey to reinvent himself?
Introducing Inifye: A brief overview
Key challenges in the Caribbean financial services sector
The benefits of reinventing the process and going digital
Total customer experience: What determines a value of a company
Constantly be proactive with your market research
Upscaling your business with a marketplace business model
Go into business thoroughly, and understand every aspect.
Staying ahead with prompt engineering
Business vs. Hobby: What makes a business
It is essential to have an understanding of the various business models.
Going back to the core business principles
Finding value in the Caribbean Fintech sector
Challenges in funding within the Caribbean region
 
Resources:
Disrupt You: Master Personal Transformation, Seize Opportunity, and Thrive in the Era of Endless Innovation by Jay Samit
 
Watch this interview on YouTube here

In this episode of The Value podcast, host Kevin Valley is with Jynynn Edwards and Keron Rose of “The Digital World” radio programme on 106.5FM for an insightful interview about his work as a Chartered Business Valuator and podcaster. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to business valuation and entrepreneurship, including:
Kevin's professional background in business valuation 
Understanding what a Chartered Business Valuator does 
Basic steps to building an investible business 
Why do small businesses fail to access capital from banks & available alternatives 
How to value intellectual property and brands
Knowing when to choose a business canvas over a business plan 
The story behind the Caribbean Power Lunch Podcast and subsequent transition to The Value Show
Views on podcasting as a medium in 2023 
Throughout the episode, Kevin shares his expertise on these topics and provides practical advice for entrepreneurs and business owners. He also discusses his mission to educate business owners at scale while working with investors to source profitable opportunities.
Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into the world of business valuation and entrepreneurship and is a must-listen for anyone interested in building a highly valuable and investible business.
 
Resources:
Unlocking Investment Potential: How Chartered Business Valuators Drive Business Success