WHO WE ARE

The M.I.C.A.L. Business Development Council is an independent, non-partisan group of community minded persons from the southern Bahamian islands of Mayaguana, Inagua, Crooked Island, Acklins and Long Cay. Formed in March 2026, the group’s goal is for the unification and development of M.I.C.A.L through policy, business development, networking, economic growth and innovation.

Vision Statement

Creating a more independent, developed, connected M.I.C.A.L.

Mission Statement

Supporting business development, economic growth and interconnectivity of MICAL by working with stakeholders to develop skills training, trade, and create programs that promote travel and investment.

WHAT WE’RE ABOUT

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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Supporting businesses through indigenous ownership, training and resources.

skill-development

NETWORKING

Connecting the islands and communities of M.I.C.A.L through spiritual and social connection, business, travel and trade.

investment

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Developing skills, programs and initiatives, and seeking investments that positively benefit the economies of M.I.C.A.L.

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INNOVATION & SUSTAINABILITY

Education – fostering creative usage of emerging technologies creating sustainable industries.

regulation

POLICY, ADVOCACY & ACCOUNTABILITY

Lobbying, and effecting policy for M.I.C.A.L. Centering the needs/voices of MICAL in any conversation/policy that involves MICAL. Being an asset, advocate and when necessary keeping accountable all MICAL stakeholders (whether governmental or private)

GET INVOLVED

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