UB Ignite

26/08/2026

Tomorrow, the Bull Pen opens!

Come watch these contestants pitch their ideas live for a chance to win up to $30,000 in funding at the Bull Pen FinTech Pitch Competition.

📍 University of The Bahamas Performing Arts Centre, presented by UB IGNITE and OKX.

Who will impress the judges and take home the funding?
RSVP Today: https://www.ubignite.com/event-details/the-bullpen-series-fintech-venture-pitch-competition

20/08/2026

Join us today on Let's Talk About It!

UB IGNITE is excited to be featured alongside OKX Bahamas as we discuss The BullPen Fintech Pitch Competition and the growing opportunities for entrepreneurship and innovation in The Bahamas.

Tune in to hear from Keturah S. Babb-Higgs, Executive Director of UB IGNITE, and Deno Cartwright, Business Strategy & Operations Director at OKX Bahamas, as we share insights on building the next generation of fintech entrepreneurs and our BullPen Fintech Pitch Competition!

Show On-Air: 2:00 PM
Host: Dwain Wallace

Learn more about The BullPen Fintech Pitch Competition and register to attend:
https://www.ubignite.com/event-details

19/08/2026

What a great conversation on Immediate Response with Spence Finlayson!

Thank you to Spence and the Immediate Response team for providing a platform to discuss the future of entrepreneurship in The Bahamas.

Joining the conversation were Keturah Babb-Higgs (UB IGNITE), Sonovia Bastian (OKX), and Eureka Smith (SBDC), who shared insights on innovation, business growth, and the opportunities available to aspiring entrepreneurs.

The discussion also highlighted the upcoming UB IGNITE x OKX Fintech Venture Pitch Competition, taking place:

Date: Thursday, August 27
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Performing Arts Centre, University of The Bahamas

Entrepreneurs will compete for a share of $30,000 in cash and prizes while showcasing innovative fintech solutions and business ideas.

Don't miss this exciting event!

👉 RSVP today: https://www.ubignite.com/event-details/the-bullpen-series-fintech-venture-pitch-competition

18/08/2026

TOMORROW at 11:30 A.M.!

Tune in to Immediate Response with Spence Finlayson as UB IGNITE, OKX, and the SBDC discuss entrepreneurship, innovation, fintech, and the upcoming Bullpen Fintech Pitch Competition.

Be part of the conversation and learn how we're helping entrepreneurs turn bold ideas into thriving businesses.

31/07/2026

Come out on August 1 and support our amazing young business owners at the 5th Annual Boss League Summer Pop-Up. From innovative products to inspiring young talent, this is an event you won't want to miss!

📍 The Grounds at Mosaic (old Kevin Tomlinson Academy, East Sunrise Highway)

See you there! 🎉

27/07/2026

UB IGNITE Alumni – We Want to Hear From You! 🚀

Have you completed the UB IGNITE Program? We'd love to hear about your journey and learn how the program has impacted your business, career, or personal development.

Take a few minutes to complete our Impact Survey and share your updates, achievements, and feedback:
Survey Link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/96UbbWzV83

Bonus! Everyone who completes the survey will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a prize!

Your responses help us measure the impact of UB IGNITE and improve the experience for future participants.

Please note: If you have already completed the Impact Survey, there is no need to complete it again.

Thank you for being a valued member of the UB IGNITE community. We look forward to hearing from you! 💙

22/06/2026

Grand Bahama’s entrepreneurial ecosystem is getting stronger—together.

Ecosystem Connect: The Roadshow event in collaboration with the IDB Lab brought together ecosystem partners such as entrepreneur support organizations (ESO), government organizations, NGOs, investors and entrepreneurs, in Grand Bahama to strengthen collaboration, share insights, break silos and explore real solutions on how we can grow the economy.

The message was clear: collaboration is the catalyst for real growth.

👉 Read more:

On June 11, 2026, UB IGNITE, in partnership with IDB Lab, successfully hosted Ecosystem Connect: The Roadshow at the University of The Bahamas North Campus, bringing together entrepreneurs, business leaders, Entrepreneurial Support Organizations (ESOs), government agencies, financial institutions, a...

15/06/2026

Building connections, strengthening partnerships, and advancing innovation in Grand Bahama.

It was a pleasure supporting the Ecosystem Connect Roadshow hosted by UB IGNITE in collaboration with IDB Lab. The event brought together entrepreneurs, educators, business leaders, policymakers, and ecosystem stakeholders to discuss opportunities for growth, access to capital, digital transformation, and collaboration.

Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to the conversations shaping the future of entrepreneurship and innovation in The Bahamas.

11/06/2026

Excited to be supporting the Ecosystem Connect Roadshow in Grand Bahama, hosted by UB IGNITE in collaboration with IDB Lab.

This event brings together entrepreneurs, educators, innovators, support organizations, and ecosystem stakeholders to explore opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and sustainable economic growth.

Looking forward to the conversations, partnerships, and ideas that will emerge as we continue strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem in The Bahamas.

29/05/2026

Every successful business needs a clear strategy for growth.

Our Business Strategy & Growth short course is designed to help entrepreneurs and business leaders develop practical strategies to scale sustainably and remain competitive in today’s market.

Participants will explore:
- Strategic Planning
- Business Model Development
- Market Positioning
- Growth Opportunities
- Innovation & Competitive Advantage

Whether you're launching, growing, or repositioning your business, this course will provide practical tools to support long-term success.

Register today at https://www.ubignite.com/book-online

🎯 Take your business to the next level with UB IGNITE this summer.