MSME Development

Amarabi Seasoning & Marinade “The taste of Belize”

Amarabi Seasonings and Marinde is a unique blend of traditionally used herb and spices, locally found in Belize. It is a complete seasoning, flavorful, consistent and ready to be used on poultry, beef, pork, seafood and other meats. One of the features that make Amarabi’s products unique is the 100% Natural no MSG element. The business is owned and operated by Mrs. Laura Raymond, who became a client on May 3rd, 2013.

Through SBDCBelize Ms. Raymond managed to register her business name. She also received guidance in areas of product labeling-as per national standards. The Label has been approved by the Belize Bureau of Standard. Ms. Raymond has received guidance and advice on intellectual property rights- trademark, and on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOPs), two certifications that are critical to ensure food safety in agro-processed goods.

Through the assistance of SBDCBelize, Ms. Raymond applied and was selected to form part of the Regional Entrepreneurship Project for SICA Region. During the months of May-September 2013, Ms. Raymond, successfully participated in 2 three days trainings “Business Model is using Lean Canvas”, and “Product & Market Research”. She received a grant as Seed Capital which has enabled her to finalize a first draft of her product label, and develop marketing collateral to increase promotion and sales. Key outcomes have been increase of sales and improved products. Currently, her products are currently being sold in San Pedro Town, Belize City, Orange Walk Town, and City of Belmopan.

Contact Amarabi today for your choice of Seasoning & Marinade!
Belama Phase 2
Belize City
Ph:+501-626-0606
Email: amarabiseasonings@gmail.com

“Very helpful in providing guidance, step by step in what is needed to set up a business properly”
Laura Raymond,
Owner
Amarabi Seasonings & Marinade

July 1, 2014 0

Mad Media Solutions “Innovative Biometric, Marketing and ID Solutions!”

Mad Media Solutions is owned and operated by Mr. Francisco Madrid. The business was registered March, 2013. It provides “innovative ID solutions”, as well as Biometric systems to monitor and consistently sustain security issues in organizations.

Mr. Madrid became a client of the Centre on March 2013, and since then has actively sought advice from his primary adviser in areas of financing options, product development, business plan development, investment and market research. As a result of his proactive commitment, and focused advising from his assigned advisor at the Centre, Mr. Madrid has managed to successfully source financing for the growth and improvement of his business venture.

Additionally, through the assistance of SBDCBeize, Mr. Madrid successfully participated in 2 three days trainings “Business Model by using Lean Canvas”, “Product & Market Research”, with the objective of submitting a realistic proposal to compete for seed capital under the Regional Entrepreneurship Project Entrepreneurship Project “Integral Development of Entrepreneurship in Central America and Dominican Republic”. He was one of the 18 selected from a total of 43 who submitted two PowerPoint presentations and two video pitches, including a sales pitch to an evaluation panel. He received a grant as Seed Capital, which enabled him to increase sales and gain market share.

Contact Mad Media Solutions today for your ID Solutions!

Mad Media Solutions
R. K. Pennel Boulevard, Punta Gorda, Toledo District.
T: 607-3500
E: madmediabelize@gmail.com

They can also be found in Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/madmediasolution

“SBDCBelize has been a strategic partner in developing my business; Mrs. Riverol is a key factor to my success.”
Francisco Madrid
Owner, Mad Media Solutions

July 1, 2014 0

Bella Dees is a home-based business that produces multi-purpose natural, handmade, aroma therapeutic soaps, made belladees2 with 8 vegetable oils and fresh Belizean healing herbs. In addition to soaps, the business makes aroma therapeutic massage oils. It guarantees to provide a 100% natural, healing and aromatherapy benefits, safe for the skin; gentle for the entire family and pets; easy on the environment, and no animal testing. Experience the benefits of aroma-therapy in a practical way. Their unique formulas leave no residue on the skin. The oils used are chosen based on the special qualities they bring to the soap such as the ability to moisturize and soften skin and the type of lather they produce. Since all the soaps use only natural products and retain all the glycerine produced during the saponification process, they have a softer, creamier consistency than regular commercial, synthetic soaps.

So yummy, you may never want to leave the tub again!

Dona Dougall-Sosa is the Owner/Manager, and is a Lab Technician who possesses 23 years of experience in the field, and who has 5 years’ experience in soap making. She is assisted by her husband, Mr. Orlando Sosa, who has 7 years’ experience in Website Administration/Desktop publishing, and Laurent Obando –Dougall, who assists in the Marketing by sharing his 9 years’ experience in freelance photography and 4 years in videography. Ms. Dona Dougall approached SBDCBelize through referral of a friend, who had heard of the services provided by the Centre. She became a client on November 9th, 2012. Since then she has been provided with assistance in areas of financing, marketing, and marketing research by advisers of SBDCBelize.

As a client of the Centre, she was also invited to participate in the Regional Entrepreneurship Project “Integral Development of Entrepreneurship in Central America and Dominican Republic”, and as participant of such, participated in two modular trainings (3 days each) focusing on Market research, problem identification, value proposition, and product validation through the use of Lean Canvas Model and other tools. Through the advising, and assistance of SBDCBelize, Dona Dougall was successful in obtaining a grant as seed capital from the Entrepreneurship Project, which she is investing in her business, and which has assisted in increasing market share.

Some of the business places from where her products can be bought are: • Back to my Roots in San Ignacio • Paws Vet Clinic San Ignacio • Xunan Gifts in Succotz (at Xunantunich) • Pet World in Belmopan • Placencia producers Co-op • Sangri-La Spa and Gift Shop in San Pedro.

Ms. Dona is thankful to SBDCBelize for the assistance and is looking forward in working to grow and sustain a successful business venture.

Contact Bella Dees today! Bella Dees 25 New Haven Street, Hillview, Santa Elena, Cayo District Tel: +501-824-2822 M: +501-602-5621 W: http://www.belladeesbelize.com

“SBDCBelize assisted me in creating increased customer awareness, resulting in increased sales,” Dona Sosa-Dougall Owner, Bella Dees

BELTRAIDE’s participation at Expo through its Small Business Development Centre (SBDCBelize) making an impact!

Participating in events such as expositions and trade shows are considered to provide extensive benefits, including that of economic gains, to other less quantifiable benefits such as exposure. From its inception four years ago, Expo Belize Market Place has provided a gateway for entrepreneurs and the general business/non-business community to showcase their products and services and obtain an edge on the competition. This year, the Belize Trade and Investment Development Service (BELTRAIDE) couldn’t miss it!

BELTRAIDE, through its Small Business Development Centre (SBDCBelize) attended Expo Belize along with three entrepreneurs. The products that were being showcased were those of Bella Dee’s (Soaps, Massage Oils and other), Amarabi Seasonings ( Marinades) and Gayla’s Arts. The location and the versatility of our participating clients and staff allowed for more than 500+ visitors to the booth, allowing for our entrepreneurs to sell and promote their products. One of the entrepreneurs enthusiastically expressed “I am very grateful for the invitation to participate in this year’s expo along SBDCBelize, BELTRAIDE, I am extremely impressed at my consultant’s persistence, determination, and assistance in meeting my expressed needs, I would definitely participate in this show next year”. Similar sentiments were shared from the other participants.

The expo proved to be an excellent marketing gateway that allowed for our clients to not only sell their products but establish the networking needed to foster and further develop their business. Sincere appreciation to the team at BELTRAIDE and its unit SBDCBelize for making a great impact in this year’s Expo Belize!

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