(441) 292-5570
48 Church Street, Hamilton Bermuda
48 Church Street, Hamilton Bermuda
292-5570

Communication & Development Unit

The Communication & Development Unit is responsible for promoting an understanding of the BEDC’s mandate and role in Bermuda’s local entrepreneurship and economic development arena. The CDU manages the BEDC brand identity and all corporate communications including social media, media relations, client events and advertising.

Jamillah Lodge

Jamillah Lodge

Director of Communication & Development
Kelsea Williams

Kelsea Williams

Communication & Development Officer
Deshun Simmons

Deshun Simmons

Assistant Communication & Development Officer
In addition, the CDU manages internal company communication and supports the internal management team and staff with the development of timely entrepreneurship policies and products. The CDU is also responsible for developing, promoting, and implementing entrepreneurship and educational programmes, events, and initiatives.
Functions of the CD Unit Include:
Managing the BEDC website and social media channels.
Managing blogs, including creating a relevant editorial calendar, writing articles and working with external vendors.
Running promotions, either on social media or at physical locations.
Holding events, such as continuing education opportunities, networking mixers or an open house.
Overseeing media relations, including writing and distributing news releases, responding to media inquiries and maintaining a media kit about BEDC.
Public speaking, including representing BEDC in public settings and preparing staff to speak at events.
Managing marketing materials, including brochures, newsletters and mailers.
Finding opportunities for advertising, whether in print, on TV or online.
Handling crisis communications.
Creating and implementing an annual communications plan.
Overseeing internal company communications, including internal announcements and training.
Identifying and implementing internal and external training programs.
Managing youth entrepreneurship initiatives.
Creating and managing entrepreneurship incubator and accelerator programs.
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