FI Caribbean Spring 2026 Graduation: Meet the New Portfolio Companies

Meet the newest startups joining the Founder Institute portfolio at the FI Caribbean Spring 2026 Graduation. In this live online event, you'll watch selected founders pitch their companies, hear an inspiring keynote, and learn what it really takes to build a fundable startup. More than a celebration, this is a showcase of real execution and a chance to connect with founders, mentors, and investors shaping the next generation of startups.

• Keynote Address:

Shaun Gold – Chief Evangelist @ OpenVC

• Special Remarks:

Charles Kirkconnell – Chief Executive Officer @ Cayman Enterprise City
Neil Sumaru – Founder @ Levuka Venture Lab
Dr. Nike Schmidt - Program Manager @ Founder Institute Caribbean

• Welcome Remarks:

Rawle Annandsingh - Managing Director @ Founder Institute Caribbean

❯ We Proudly Announce the Following Graduates:

• Andre Perseval – GHG Pro
• Bryan Jimenez - Granhall Enterprises
• Goodman Powery - BRIKS Advisory
• Jean Rosario - Loadly
• Jiselle Singh-Baptiste - Sweet Sapodilla
• Kevin Raphael - The Student Companion
• Makesi Alexander - Parkaide Technologies
• Dr. Romario Thomas - Absolut Skin

❯ What You’ll See:

• 3-minute debut pitches from selected Graduates
• Real-world lessons from completing the FI accelerator
• Insights into what investors look for at pre-seed
• Clear next steps if you want to build a fundable startup

❯ Who Should Attend:

• Early-stage founders preparing to launch their startup
• Founders looking to raise pre-seed funding
• Entrepreneurs validating an idea and seeking real-world benchmarks
• Aspiring founders considering applying to the next Founder Institute cohort

❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/402700/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!