The PSOJ’s SME Resource Hub will provide comprehensive resources, support, and opportunities to the PSOJ SMEs. The hub aims to foster the growth and success of SMEs by addressing their unique challenges and empowering them to thrive in the business landscape. 

The SME Resource Hub aims to:

Support SME Growth: The hub seeks to support the growth of SMEs by providing access to relevant resources, knowledge, and tools that can enhance their operational efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness. It aims to equip SMEs with the necessary skills and capabilities to navigate challenges and capitalise on opportunities. 

 Facilitate Knowledge Sharing and Learning: It will enable SMEs to access critical information, best practices, and expert insights by fostering a culture of continuous learning; the hub aims to allow SMEs to adapt to market dynamics and stay ahead in their respective industries. 

 Provide Business Development Support: To offer tailored business development support to SMEs, including mentoring programs, coaching, and guidance from experienced professionals. It aims to enhance SMEs’ strategic planning, marketing, financial management, and other crucial aspects of business operations. The main objective is to equip SMEs with the skills and expertise to scale their businesses and seize growth opportunities. 

 Facilitate Access to Funding and Financing: Recognising the financial challenges SMEs face, the hub aims to facilitate access to funding and financing options. It provides information about grants, loans, investment opportunities, and financial institutions specialising in SME financing. By connecting SMEs with the right financial resources, the hub aims to enable them to expand their operations, invest in innovation, and fuel their growth. 

 Foster Collaboration and Networking: The hub serves as a networking platform, connecting SMEs with industry peers, potential partners, mentors, and investors. It aims to create a supportive ecosystem where SMEs can collaborate, share experiences, and form strategic alliances. The hub seeks to stimulate innovation, encourage knowledge exchange, and enable SMEs to leverage collective strengths for mutual growth by facilitating networking opportunities. 

Q: What is the PSOJ Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) Resource Hub?

A: The PSOJ Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) Resource Hub is a business support initiative of the PSOJ that seeks to address the challenges faced by SMEs members and provide them with comprehensive support and resources. Through the PSOJ SMEs Resource Hub, the PSOJ will provide SMEs with access to business development and business support services in an efficient and effective manner that will strengthen their organizational capabilities.

 

Q: Who are the service providers for the PSOJ Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) Resource Hub?

A: The PSOJ has proudly partnered with Jamaica Money Market Brokers (JMMB) and the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC) through their Business Development Consulting Institute (BDCI) to offer business support services to the PSOJ membership.

 

Q: What services are available through the PSOJ Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) Resource Hub?

A: SME members can access the following services through the PSOJ Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) Resource Hub:

pAccelerator Program	Industry and Trade Support	Social Media Management & Digital marketing
Business Templates	Business Plan Development	Tax filing
Personalized coaching	Financial Accounting Services	Website Development
Workshops/newsletter	Marketing	Business advisory & Consulting
Mentoring	Information Technology	Training and Development
Capacity Building	Human Resource Services	Research
Website Development	Mentorship	Legal Advisory Services

 

Q: How can SMEs access and benefit from the resources and support offered by the PSOJ Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) Resource Hub?

A: SMEs that form part of the PSOJ member may access the services offered through the Hub by simply sending an email to research@psoj.org identifying the business support service (s) they would like to access. The PSOJ will pair them with the most appropriate service provider within the Hub.

 

Q: Is the SME Hub exclusively for members of the PSOJ, or can non-members also access its resources?

A: The PSOJ Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) Resource Hub is EXCLUSIVELY for active and paid-up SMEs within the PSOJ membership.

 

Q: How can my SME become a member of the PSOJ and gain access to the SME Hub?

A: You can definitely become a member! Click the link to start your membership journey. Memberships – PSOJ

 

Q: Are there any fees or charges associated with accessing the resources and programs in the SME Hub?

A: There are NO fees attached to accessing The PSOJ Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) Resource Hub. The respective SME will, however, be responsible for settling all financial arrangements and obligations with the service provider for the business support service (s) received.