Unleashing Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Paradise
The US Virgin Islands, renowned for their pristine beaches and vibrant culture, are increasingly becoming a hotspot for tech innovation and entrepreneurship. Behind this transformation lies the Research and Technology Park (RTPark), an organization dedicated to fostering the growth of tech startups and creating a thriving ecosystem.
Unlocking Potential and Building a Diverse Business Economy
The Research and Technology Park (RTPark) is not just a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship but also a catalyst for ending brain drain and building a diverse business economy that drives growth in the US Virgin Islands.
RTPARK CELEBRATES HERSTORY FOR WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH
Women's History Month commemorates and celebrates the contributions women make to science, technology, history, politics, law, art, and greater society in ways that are too numerous to list. Being a professional woman in the tech space means something different to every single woman on our team and they have all taken different paths to get here. This month we're taking the opportunity to learn more about their inspiring stories and what Women's History Month means to them.
Rebuild the Island Better Together - ISLAND ECONOMY AMID AND POST COVID-19 CRISIS
Not Goodbye, But See You Later !
The RTPark has taken on exciting new projects this summer. We saw the growth of the second cohort of Accelerate VI participants over nine weeks, we launched the VI Stem Kids program in partnership with the Caribbean Center for Boys and Girls, we grew the pipeline of business attraction partners to continue developing a tech ecosystem, and we initiated the Tech Village project, just to name a few. All of these efforts support the RTPark’s mission to develop current and future talent in the USVI and build a resilient tech ecosystem. We’d like to use the final blog post for the summer to discuss the RTPark’s vision for the future.
AN INTERVIEW WITH SYDNEY PAUL THE IMPORTANCE OF WORKING IN HER LOCAL COMMUNITY
A SNAPSHOT OF SUSTAINABILITY IN THE USVI
Human impact on the environment and ways to alleviate our green footprint are essential conversations in the mainland US, and particularly critical in the USVI. The territory’s unique location, natural resources, and diverse wildlife make it well-positioned to explore opportunities in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and the blue economy. The RTPark’s Sustainability Fellows, Bryan Redden, and Mengqing Kan join us in writing this blog, which showcases why the USVI is an excellent locale to support sustainability efforts and highlight what the territory has done thus far in this arena.
WHY A START-UP ACCELERATOR
Startup accelerators are gaining popularity. Between 2005 and 2015, the number of start-up accelerators in the United States alone increased from 0 to 180. Although start-up accelerators are diverse in their programming, their goals are always the same: help early-stage technology companies develop and grow their businesses quickly. Over a few months, accelerator programs provide critical resources, training, and in-depth mentorship to the companies in their cohorts. The skills and connections these entrepreneurs gain speed up their growth and enable them to succeed faster and on a larger scale.