About SKIPA : CEO's Message

CEO’s Message

Whether you have already made the decision to invest in St. Kitts or you are still exploring other options, I am happy to welcome you to the official website of the St. Kitts Investment Promotion Agency (SKIPA).

SKIPA was launched on December 11th 2007 to facilitate the needs of both local and foreign investors desirous of establishing a business on the island. It is my hope that you find the information provided on this site helpful and that you use the site’s “Discussion Forum” to communicate suggestions, comments or questions about doing business in St. Kitts.

SKIPA is not only charged with the responsibility of promoting investment opportunities available in St. Kitts but one of our most important functions is to facilitate inward investment by working with persons who have made the decision to establish a business in St. Kitts.  We assist these investors by providing them with general information on application requirements and procedures and we also facilitate the submission of their applications to the various Government departments for review and approval. 

Another important service offered by SKIPA is aftercare.  This service has evolved from our belief that businesses in St. Kitts should have access to a capable support system. As part of our aftercare services, we follow up with investors who have already established their businesses in St. Kitts in an effort to understand the issues facing their business or industry and to assist them in developing viable solutions. SKIPA also provides support to businesses that are interested in expansion.

SKIPA is staffed with a team of very professional and helpful personnel and who are keen to work with you and to liaise with policy makers and other government officials to put forward your ideas for the continuous improvement of the investor experience and the investment climate here in St. Kitts.  Please feel free to contact us directly by clicking on the “Contact us” link below.

It is through partnership that we can truly build a strong relationship between investors and the Government of St. Kitts and continuously enhance our investment climate.  We look forward to working with you as you develop your business here in St. Kitts. 

Shawna Lake
Chief Executive Officer
SKIPA