2nd Annual CIF Business Summit
2nd Annual Event

Community Impact Fund
Business Summit

Building Capital, Capacity, and Community

Join entrepreneurs and business leaders from across the Virgin Islands for a full day of learning, connection, and access to capital.

St. Croix
Saturday, May 30, 2026
UVI Great Hall
Summit: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Reception: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
St. Thomas
Saturday, June 6, 2026
UVI Innovation Center
Summit: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Reception: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
About the Summit

A Gateway to Capital and Growth

The Community Impact Fund Business Summit is designed to engage existing and growing businesses throughout the U.S. Virgin Islands in a dynamic, collaborative environment that fosters connection, learning, and access to financing.

This summit is a pathway to capital, support, and long-term business growth.

Participants Will

  • Understand their loan readiness level
  • Identify opportunities for technical assistance
  • Build financial literacy and business capacity
  • Connect directly with the CIF Impact Team and partners
What You Will Experience

A Day Built for Your Business

Interactive Workshops
Access to CIF Leadership & Lending Team
Real Business Case Examples
Financial Literacy & Credit Education
Peer-to-Peer Networking
On-Site Application & Loan Readiness Support
Summit Tracks

Choose Your Path

01
Track One
Build Your Foundation
Strengthen your business fundamentals
  • Business planning
  • Documentation and structure
  • Credit basics
02
Track Two
Scale Your Success
Prepare for growth and capital access
  • Expansion strategies
  • Loan readiness
  • Marketing and operations
Full Summit Agenda

Your Day at a Glance

Applies to both St. Croix and St. Thomas summits

8:30 – 9:00 AM
Registration & Networking
  • Guest check-in
  • Light refreshments
  • Meet the CIF team and partners
9:00 – 9:30 AM
Welcome & CIF Overview
  • Introduction to the Community Impact Fund
  • Who we are, what we do, and how we support businesses
  • Overview of the day and expected outcomes
9:45 – 11:15 AM
Opening Plenary: Breaking Barriers, Building Opportunity
  • CIF leadership perspectives
  • Understanding access to capital in the Virgin Islands
  • Real borrower experience and outcomes
  • The role of capacity and credit in business success
11:30 AM – 12:45 PM
Workshop Sessions
Track: Build Your Foundation
  • Crafting a one-page business plan
  • Understanding CIF microloans and technical assistance
  • Business strategy exercises
Track: Scale Your Success
  • Growth and expansion strategies
  • Loan products for small businesses and nonprofits
  • Risk management and operational scaling
Credit Focus Session
  • Understanding credit reports and scores
  • The "6 C's of Credit"
  • Building and repairing credit for financing
1:00 – 2:30 PM
Lunch & Keynote Speaker
  • Keynote: From Idea to Profitability
  • Networking and discussion
2:45 – 4:15 PM
Roundtable Workshops
Marketing & Growth Strategies
  • Zero-dollar marketing strategies
  • Customer engagement and retention
  • Building a one-page marketing plan
Advanced Marketing for Growth
  • Data-driven marketing strategies
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Revenue-focused engagement
Legal & Business Essentials
  • Business formation and compliance
  • Financial tracking and reporting
  • Banking relationships
4:30 – 5:30 PM
World Café: Business & Economic Growth
  • Current business challenges
  • Opportunities for collaboration in the VI
  • The future of the Virgin Islands economy with access to capital
5:30 – 7:00 PM
Reception & Application Support
  • Food and networking
  • One-on-one support with CIF team
  • Begin or assess your loan application
Who Should Attend

This Summit Is for You

Entrepreneurs & Startups
Small Business Owners
Nonprofit Leaders
Vendors & Creatives
Businesses Preparing for Funding

Reserve Your Spot Today

Space is limited. Secure your seat at the summit that's connecting Virgin Islands businesses to capital, coaching, and community.