The Virgin Islands Research and Technology Park (RTPark) and Tech Beach Retreat (TBR) are excited to announce the upcoming Tech Beach Retreat USVI (TBR USVI), scheduled for June 19-21, 2024, at the newly renovated Frenchman's Reef in St. Thomas. This innovative event marks the first time Tech Beach is hosting its pioneering conference experience in the U.S. Virgin Islands, emphasizing RTPark’s ongoing efforts to amplify the local tech ecosystem and attract global business insights to the region.
The success of Accelerate VI and the RT Park has created a thriving tech-based entrepreneurial ecosystem in the U.S. Virgin Islands. AVI has graduated 22 startups, generating $2.6 million in revenue, aising more than $7 million in early-stage investment capital, and providing opportunities for early-stage startups to pitch their ideas.
Your Gateway to Tech Investment Paradise! Tickets Available Now for TBRUSVI! The US Virgin Islands offer a thriving tech ecosystem and an attractive investment environment. Discover investment gems and connect with key players at TBRUSVI.
Embracing full transparency and an ongoing commitment to community revitalization, for the second consecutive yearUVI Research and Technology Park (RTPark) has published its annual report.
Strategic Location. Tier One Connectivity. Working in Paradise. The UVI RTPark is Creating the Next Technology Hub of the Caribbean.
The US Virgin Islands is an investment destination that provides access to affordable, reliable, world-class technological infrastructure; a sound legal framework that is favorable to inward investment; and impeccable governance systems that are business-friendly. The RTPark is proud to be an instrumental part of diversifying the regional economy and growing the tech ecosystem in an area advantageously located between the mainland US and Latin America.
Our firm, The RainTree Group, came into the UVI RT Park program in 2018. We didn't have much experience in the USVI and followed the advice of the wonderful RT Park staff and other RT Park tenants.
The application process was transparent and straightforward. The simple concept of the Park is mutual benefit - your company gets some tax incentives that allows you to grow your business more quickly and the USVI and UVI gets additional tax base, employment opportunities, and scholarships for deserving students.
The business environment and life in the USVI is slower paces and less stressful as the mainland, and without question the biggest business hurdle is communications, so find an office location where you have investigated the broadband options. Come and join us, you won't regret it!
James Salter, VosCom dba The RainTree Group
In January 2012 my business was underway as a Tech Park entity. It has been a wonderful seven years. The Tech Park has always been supportive, easy to do business with, and is making a positive impact on the islands. The Tech Park organization is professional and efficient. They have created a friendly business environment that has been a pleasure to work within and a great experience overall. I would encourage any eligible entity to consider joining us in the Tech Park.
Louise Stapleton, LNL Publishing
We have been part of the RT-Park program for almost three years now. The application process was straight forward and we had plenty of dialogue and feedback prior to our approval. My only regret is we didn’t do this sooner.
It is satisfying knowing that we are partners with UVI and enabling the education of the next generation . We also love living in the USVI. People are warm and welcoming and the pace of life is amazing healthy. Most days it feels like a working vacation.
Andy Hemmert, President , HRMT, LLC
There are many unique treasures to living here. I’ve discovered a passion for mountain biking. My children have learned to sail. With a small community, you get to know people quickly. We found they went out of their way to make us feel welcome.
When considering the move, a top concern was the children’s education. We found a quality school our kids love, with a dedicated faculty. In fairness there is an adjustment period. You learn to navigate island life, master shipping logistics, get to know a new culture, and take in some of the most beautiful ocean views in the world.
David Thompson, Exigo
