Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry Sint Maarten Kamer van Koophandel en Nijverheid ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=589) - [Island Roots to Global Routes Trade Mission](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6528) - As businesses in Sint Maarten and the wider Caribbean seek access to larger international markets, the need for structured business support and market-entry programs continues to grow. Many entrepreneurs possess competitive products, services, and innovative ideas but lack access to the networks, resources, and practical guidance needed to expand internationally. The Island Roots to Global - [Upcoming Elections](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6515) - The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) would like to inform its registrants that upon the results of the re-submittance to the nomination of candidates for the Board of Directors of the St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry. All nomination forms meet the requirements for the Small and Large Business Sector. Three - [St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry Encourages Businesses to Prepare for SME Loan Guarantee Scheme](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6400) - Philipsburg, – The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) is urging local businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs to start making the necessary preparations to take advantage of the approved SME Loan Guarantee Scheme (BMKB) available to entrepreneurs in Curaçao, Aruba, and Sint Maarten. This Guarantee Scheme involves the allocation of €6 million annually by - [Trade Mission Dutch Caribbean Meets Panama](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6391) - St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry Participates in "Trade Mission Dutch Caribbean Meets Panama" Philipsburg, – The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI) proudly participated in the recently held "Trade Mission Dutch Caribbean Meets Panama", organized by the Dutch Embassy. The mission took place from February 11-14, 2025, and brought together approximately - [Business Open on Christmas Day](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6377) - The Ministry of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Traffic, and Telecommunication(TEATT) hereby informs the public that, due to the number of cruise ships that are scheduled to visit our shores on Christmas Day, the 2nd Day of Christmas, and New Year's Day, an exemption is granted to allow businesses in Philipsburg to operate and be open between - [Election Results 2024](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6368) - The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry announces the results for the Board of Directors Election, which was held on Friday, December 6 th ,2024.The opening positions on the board were 1 Small Business representative and 2 Large Business representatives. There were four candidates vying for the Small Business category and two candidates for - [Voting for Election Candidates](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6360) - December 4, 2024 The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry 2024 Election The various candidates for the three vacancies are as followed: - Four (4) candidates were nominated for the One (1) position on the Board of Directors to represent the Small Business Sector. They are F. Bulbaai, C. H. Chin, E. Gumbs. and - [Directors' Education and Accreditation Programme](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6307) - Register Now for this program in Simpson Bay Resort 20-22 November 2024, on www.ecseonline.com The Directors’ Education and Accreditation Programme (DEAP) is an advanced director trainingcourse, aimed at preparing directors for the important role that they play in the governance ofcorporations. The DEAP was developed by the Chartered Governance Institute of Canada(CGIC), in partnership with - [St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry ELECTIONS 2024](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6336) - St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry ELECTIONS 2024 List of Eligible Voters for Small & Big Businesses 2024-2025 The Chamber of Commerce is busy upgrading its database and it may occur that some eligible voters, deceased or voters who are no longer in business may accidentally appear or not appear on the Voter's List. - [Board Election](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6355) - Three positions on the Board will become vacant as of January 1st, 2025, and these positions will be filled by three (3) candidates chosen in the upcoming Election. Nomination period for the filling of these positions shall be from Friday November 8th to Thursday November 21st, 2024. The Chamber wants to remind the business community - [LIVE WEBINAR: Traditional vs Social Media Advertising](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6318) - CARICHAM and CBU present its upcoming Webinar on Traditional vs. Social Media Advertising: Who Will Win the War? The rise of social media has presented a significant challenge to legacy media, with increasing trend of Caribbean businesses re-assigning entire advertising budgets away from traditional formats of print, radio, and television to digital platforms. The purpose - [Online Payment Processing Timeline](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6238) - [THE CARIBBEAN GUILDER](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6224) - The CBCS in collaboration with the St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry invites you to join the free webinar on the Caribbean guilder.CLICK HERE OR SCAN THE QRCODE TO JOIN THE SESSION. www.centralbank.sx We will share insights on the impact of the Caribbean guilder on your business and provide the opportunity to ask questions - [45th Anniversary](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6209) - The Chamber of Commerce & Industry is proud to celebrate its 45th year anniversary as a driving force in supporting businesses and economic growth in our community. As we mark this significant milestone, we look back with joy on all that we have accomplished together. We are grateful to our members, partners, and the business - [SHAREHOLDER/UBO REGISTRATION](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6206) - What is registered? This notification is to inform the public that starting from March 1st, 2024, the Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI) will commence the registration process of Shareholder- and Ultimate Beneficiary Owner information of all legal entities. Why is this registered? The registration requirement will be applicable to all legal entities as applicable - [Vacancies](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6204) - We have new vacancies, please see HERE - [COCI Elect New Executive for the Year 2024](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6186) - PHILIPSBURG—During the first general board meeting, held on 10 January 2023, a new executive board of the board was elected for the St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI). The new Executive comprised of Ms. Peggy Ann Brandon, who has retained the position of President from the previous year, Ms. Ife Badejo as the - [Public Notice](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6179) - [Election Results](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6176) - The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry results for the Board of Directors Election, which was held on Friday, December 8th, 2023. The opening positions on the board were 2 Small Business representatives and 1 Large Business representative. There were four candidates vying for the Small business category and two candidates for the Large - [COCI ELECTIONS voting cards](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6171) - COCI ELECTIONS voting cards are available for pickup at the St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry office in Philipsburg until Friday, December 8th, 2023, at 12:00 noon. - [Business Growth & Development](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6156) - As a Chamber, we continue to encourage the business community to grow, develop & venture into the world of entrepreneurship. We would like to congratulate Ms. Natasha Blinker Ortega and Ms. Adeline Lake for the opening of Sieben — A home decor & lifestyle essential store on November 17th, 2023. - [Election Screening](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6154) - The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) would like to inform its Registrants that upon the results of the re-submittance to the nomination of candidates for the Board of Directors of the St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry, All nomination forms met the requirements for the Small Business Sector. Two (2) candidates - [St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry Congratulates the Establishment of the National Employment Services Center (NESC)](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6145) - Philipsburg – The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) extends heartfelt congratulations on the establishment of the National Employment Services Center (NESC), a pivotal institution that bridges the gap between the local labor market and the business sector. The advent of NESC represents a significant milestone for St. Maarten, as it addresses a - [Notification COCI Elections](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6143) - Three positions on the Board will become vacant as of January 1st, 2024, and these positions will be filled by three (3) candidates chosen in the upcoming Election. Two (2) small & One (1) large seats. Nomination period for the filling of these positions shall be from November 6th to November 20th, 2023. The Chamber - [COCI Calls on Businesses to be Compliant and the Community to be Vigilant](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6090) - Philipsburg: The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI), encourages all persons within the community who are engaging with prospect businesses to ensure and ascertain that they are duly registered in the registry at the Chamber for the services or activities that they are rendering. Likewise, COCI is also calling on the business community - [Chamber of Commerce and Industry Announces Winners its Business Raffle to CUBE Tradeshow](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6086) - Philipsburg – The Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) is pleased to announce the winners of its business raffle held on 4 August 2023. The winners are Archangel Private Fund Foundation and Nuubic BV. COCI will be sponsoring the participation of the winners in the first Caribbean Unity Business Expo (CUBE). There were 79 entries - [Hurricane Disaster Tips](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6058) - 𝙄𝙨 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙃𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙣𝙚 𝙎𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣? The Hurricane season is upon us; therefore, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry has developed this hurricane preparedness tips, with the anticipation that it will help you minimizing the impact it can have on the operation of your business, employees, and community by extension. A Business Continuity Plan (BCP) outlines the procedures your business - [NOTICE: cheques no longer accepted as form of payment](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6112) - [COCI engages in constructive dialogue with N.V. GEBE](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6093) - Philipsburg: The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) and NV GEBE engaged in open and frank discussions regarding concerns and complaints, during a meeting convened by NV GEBE The primary focus of COCI during the discussions centered on billing procedures, disconnection protocols and service to the consumer. During the meeting, N.V. GEBE provided - [COCI PARTICIPATED IN 13th WORLD CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE CONGRESS](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6068) - Philipsburg – The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI), is proud to announce the successful meeting held with a visiting delegation of St. Lucia, comprising of the Minister for Commerce, Manufacturing, Business Development, Cooperatives and Consumer Affairs- Honourable Emma Hippolyte and the CEO of Export Saint Lucia. This meeting was held last Saturday - [Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) Encourages Local Businesses to Participate in the Caribbean Unity Business Expo (CUBE) in St. Kitts](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6064) - Philipsburg - The Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) is excited to announce its endorsement and encouragement for the local businesses community to participate in the upcoming and first to be held Caribbean Unity Business Expo (CUBE) in St. Kitts. The CUBE is a regional event for the islands of Saba, Statia, St. Maarten, and - [COCI Looks at Need and Or Economic Impact Anticipated from Caribbean Guilder](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6061) - Philipsburg: The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) has taken note of the intention of the Central Bank of Curacao and Sint Maarten (CBCS), on the introduction of the Caribbean Guilder. The decision to introduce a Caribbean guilder in replacement of the Antillean Guilder is said to be based on the notion that - [COCI PARTICIPATED IN 13th WORLD CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE CONGRESS](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6054) - Philipsburg - The Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) is proud to announce its participation in the World Chamber of Commerce Congress held in Geneva, Switzerland. The congress took place from June 21 to 23, with a focus on multilateralism, which featured an impressive lineup of speakers and attendees from around the world. COCI’s representatives, - [COCI Continues Stakeholders Consultation and Advocacy](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6035) - PHILIPSBURG: --- The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI), during the months of April and May continued its stakeholder’s consultation with various entities to be updated on developments within their various sectors, and to determine the role COCI has in assisting and supporting in their cause. Meetings were held with the Taxi Associations, - [COCI Board and Management Undergo Corporate Governance Training](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6032) - PHILIPSBURG: --- The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI), as part of its overall strategic plan of operational efficiency, held a training session for its board and management on the principles of Corporate Governance – Laws and Regulations. The session was held on Saturday 20th May in the COCI conference room and was - [Our Events overview March, April, May, June](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6023) - See what COCI is doing this year - [Carnival 2023 Booth Holder Winners](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6008) - The St.Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry would like to congratulate the winners of the Best Booths of Carnival 2023. Winner: Booth 70 - Jessica Rogers with 136 points 1st Runner Up: Booth 17 - Chomain Gitterson with 132 points 2nd Runner Up: Booth 16 - Gerda Fortuno with 129 points - [St.Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI) collaborates with St.Maarten Carnival Development Foundation (SCDF) on the Best Carnival Booth Competition.](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6005) - Chamber, SCDF collaborate on Best Carnival Booth competition The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) in collaboration with the St. Maarten Carnival Development Foundation (SCDF), has initiated a “Best Carnival Booth” competition for Carnival 2023. The initiative falls right in line with the SCDF’s goal to re-introduce cultural aspects of Carnival that have - [Employee Anniversary](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=6002) - The St.Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry would like to congratulate Ms. Lindora Thomas and Ms. Dublin Lake for their 30+ years in the institution. The Chamber would like to congratulate them on another milestone and thank these ladies for their continued commitment and dedication. - [Chamber to host Panel Discussion "Doing Business Beyond Borders"](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5988) - PRESS RELEASE: Chamber to Host Panel Discussion “Doing Business Beyond Borders – Florida” Philipsburg: As part of the Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI) means of supporting and encouraging growth within the business community, COCI will be hosting a high-level business exchange with Florida-based professionals. The objective of “Doing Business Beyond Borders” is to bring awareness - [Business Beyond Borders](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5963) - Learn how to expand to the USA Market from Florida Professionals - [COCI 44th Anniversary](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5868) - [Continued Consultations with Key Stakeholders](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5866) - The Sint Maarten Chamber of Commerce (COCI) has continued its consultations with key stakeholders this past week, and met with representatives of Tours and Shipping lines/agents on the Island. It will come as no surprise that concerns regarding safety and security, parking facilities (more the lack thereof) and traffic congestion were raised. Tour operators indicated - [Stakeholders Meeting February 2023](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5861) - The Sint Maarten Chamber of Commerce (COCI) has commenced with stakeholders meetings with the objective to be informed, and updated on all matters concerning its members and the business community in which they operate. On Wednesday February 22nd COCI met with representatives of the Bankers’ Association and Merchants associations. In a very open exchange the - [PRESS RELEASE Election Results 2022](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5838) - The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry results for the Board of Directors Election, which was held on Friday, December 9th, 2022. The opening positions on the board were 1Small Business representatives and 2 Large Business representative. There were five candidates vying for the Small business category and three candidates for the Large Business - [COCI Election Results](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5836) - From the result of the vote to elect two members in the periodic vacancies for Large Companies of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in St. Maarten, held on Friday, December 9, 2022. The Election Commission declares that the following candidate has been elected for three years: Peggy Ann Brandon and Charlise Phillips. From the - [Upcoming COCI Election DEC 9 2022](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5833) - The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry would like to remind the members of the business community of the upcoming COCI Elections for the Board of Directors. We have two polling stations, which are the Chamber of Commerce and the other being the Simpson Bay Public Service Center. Both will be open from 8.30am - [General Election for Board](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5830) - The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry would like to inform its Registrants that during the postulation period that ended on Friday December 2, 2022, eight (8) persons submitted their postulation forms for the three (3) vacancies on its Board of Directors. For the Large Business Sector, there are two (2) vacancies and for - [Coming Up: Available Board Positions](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5823) - Philipsburg November 15, 2022 Three positions on the Board will become vacant as of January 1st, 2023, and these positions will be filled by three (3) candidates chosen in the upcoming Election. One (1) small & Two (2) large seats. Nomination period for the filling of these positions shall be from November 15th to November - [Chamber receives Building Permit for Pelican Park](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5800) - PHILIPSBURG–The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) has received its building permit for the development of Pelican Park, the first Economic Service Center (ESC) in St. Maarten. The permit was received from the Ministry of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure VROMI on August 5.The Pelican Park will be constructed on Walter - [VACANCY - Business Policy and Development Officer](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5798) - POSITION DESCRIPTION: Tasked with reviewing and developing policies, stakeholder engagement and fostering relationship, to ensure the development of the institution and improvement and enhancement to COCI’s product and services. Functional Activities Review and develop policies to enhance COCI’s operation, growth, and public image. Support in the design, development and implementation of projects/ initiatives geared at - [VACANCY - Executive Assistant](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5793) - VACANCY POSITION Executive Assistant POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to Executive Director in an effective and effective manner. Functional Activities Assist with the development of operational plans which incorporates goals and objectives towards the strategic direction of the organization. Assist with the drafting of policies and prepare procedures to - [New book on youth entrepreneurship](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5744) - Taking the bull by the horns. New book on youth entrepreneurship Published by Soualiga Newsday - April 5, 2022 SINT MAARTEN (PHILIPSBURG) - The Philipsburg Jubilee Library (PJL) and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI) signed a mutual agreement to produce and publish a booklet about youth entrepreneurship in Sint Maarten. Both organizations experience - [Election Results for Board of Directors](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5567) - St. Maarten, December 8, 2021 The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry results for the Board of Directors Election, which was held on Friday, December 3rd, 2021. Ms. Jennifer Carty and Mr. Benjamin Ortega were elected out of a field of 3 candidates as the two representatives to fill the vacancies for the Large - [Election Screening](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5548) - Philipsburg, November 22, 2021 The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry would like to inform its Registrants that during the postulation period that ended on Tuesday November 16th, 2021, eight (8) persons submitted their postulation forms for the thee (3) vacancies on its Board of Directors. For the Large Business Sector, there are two - [Election Postulation Period](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5523) - Three positions on the Board of the St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI) will become vacant as of January 1st 2022 and these positions will be filled by three (3) candidates elected through a upcoming election. Postulation Period for the filling of these positions shall be from: November 1st to November 16th, 2021. - [COCI ceases Business Inactivation Status with immediate effect](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5473) - As part of the ongoing efforts to maintain accuracy of the trade registry and ensure complianceamong the business community, the St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI) hastaken the decision, and adopted with immediate effect, the cessation of the status ofInactivation. Businesses and foundations will no longer receive an inactive declaration noticefrom COCI and - [COCI launches NEW WEBSITE](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5224) - COCI launches new website SINT MAARTEN (PHILIPSBURG) – The Chamber of Commerce and Industry has unveiled its new website,www.chamberofcommerce.sx. The general goal behind this new designed website is to create a user-friendly browsing experience for our business community and the public at large, that incorporates enhanced content and functionality. Within the new feature, updated content - [List of first 500 plus Businesses facing Deregistration at COCI now public](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=5230) - Deregistration List of first 500 plus businesses facing deregistration now public Phillipsburg, The Chamber of Commerce and Industry (COCI), has published its first listing of businesses that are liable to the deregistration process given their non-compliance status in the trade register of COCI. This publication was made official through its publication in the National Gazette on - [COCI Host yet another Successful Webinar for the Business Community](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=3495) - COCI Host yet another Successful Webinar for the Business Community The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI, is happy to announce that it has once again hosted another successful webinar on the topic of Business Planning for Business Loans. This webinar was held last week Thursday, May 27th and had as the main - [COCI Congratulates and Recognizes Small Business Week](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=3490) - COCI Congratulates and Recognizes Small Business Week As it is recognized as the Small Business Week (May 3 – 7, 2021), The management and staff of the St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce and Industry would like to take this opportunity to express a sincere thank you to all our Small Businesses for the resilience, confidence, - [COCI: Positive Outlook for the Business Community in 2021](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=1686) - COCI: Positive Outlook for the Business Community in 2021 PHILIPSBURG – St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI) Executive Director Jude Houston has expressed a great deal of confidence for the business sector of St. Maarten for the year, given the trend observed in the first quarter of 2021 as compared to the same - [Avoid Being De-Registered](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=1687) - Chamber of Commerce to Commence Deregistration of Businesses in the Month of June 2021 PHILIPSBURG – The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI), calls on the business community, social organizations, foundations and other legal entities to update their information at the Chamber within the soonest time possible, since its deregistration process will commence - [COCI focuses on Economic Resilience trough Entrepreneurship Nurturing](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?p=1) - COCI Focuses on Economic Resilience through Entrepreneurship Nurturing The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI) has completed its first in a series of presentations to the students of the various secondary educational institutions on the island. This initiative of COCI, was primarily geared towards the equipping and nurturing of our high school students ## Pages - [Home](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/) - Find information about companies and legal entities Business Search Registry The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry Find out what we are up to and what the latest developments are locally and regionally. COCI Online We provide business information via our website with the latest local and regional news to keep you updated on - [Our Board](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2643) - Board of Directors Our board of directors is the governing body that regulates the internal functioning and internal relationships of the Chambers executive board, board, and staff. They are also responsible for the implementation, interpretation, and promotion of policies. The St. Maarten Chambers’ board consists of a total of nine (9) private sector board members - [Legal Entities](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2407) - Types of Legal Entities Get familiar with the different types of Legal Entities prior to starting your business. Sole Proprietorship A sole proprietorship (eenmanszaak in Dutch) is a form of business in which there is no distinction between the business assets and personal assets. Read More Public Partnership A public partnership is a partnership that - [UBO Registry](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=6256) - The Ultimate Beneficiary Owners Registry The Ultimate Beneficiary Owner registry (hereinafter: UBO registry) is a secured database/registry assembled and maintained by the St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (hereinafter: COCI) that contains information about the ultimate beneficial owners of a company or other legal entity. The UBO register was established in accordance with the - [Our Staff](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2683) - Meet The COCI Staff Our valuable staff keeps the Chamber running like a well-oiled machine Management Mr. Jude Houston – Executive Director Mrs. Ruth Patrick – Operational Manager Finance Department Mr. Aakeem Ruan – Financial Officer Ms. Natasha Pelgrim – Financial Officer Ms. Tian Jones – Financial Officer Business Center Mr. Richmer York – Business - [Join the Board](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2669) - Procedures to Join the COCI Board Per our by laws, each year, our Election Committee prepares a slate of names of its nominees for the Executive Board i.e. the positions of Presidency, Vice-Presidency, Treasurer. Whereas, the St. Maarten Business Community nominates 3 candidates to represent them as the remaining Board Members. As outlined in our - [Business Registry](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=5476) - Search Registry You can look-up businesses by name or by COCI number. Simply enter and search. Business Name COCI Registration Number Search Click for more details COCI Number Company Name Company Address Back × Coci Registration Number: Company Name: Trade Names: Company Address: Legal Form: Incorporation Date: Business Activities: Directors: Date Of Discontinuation: The business - [COCI News Magazine](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=6287) - Issue 1 (September/October 2024) In this publication, we aim to keep you informed by sharing some essential tips to help you thrive in today’s dynamic marketplace. Meet local business owner Numerly Bruney-Lewis who shares her story, struggles, and successes as a restaurant owner. Discover ways to enhance your business as a new or current business - [Careers](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=793) - Join the COCI team Working with COCI means you will be working in a dynamic environment where we strive to provide the best service for our clients. Are you a team player who is ready for a challenge? Send us your resume today and join our team! Health Insurance Ensure you against unexpected medical emergencies - [FAQs](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=1638) - Frequently Asked Questions How can we help you faster and more efficiently? Let us know your questions DOWNLOAD FAQ'S PDF How do I know if I can use a name for my business? It is required that a name check is done at COCI to ensure that you can use the name you have chosen - [Starting a Business](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2413) - Starting a Business on St. Maarten All businesses operating in St. Maarten must be registered in the Commercial Register of the St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry. Citizenship: There are key differences in the procedure to start a business for Antillean-born and Non-Antillean born citizens When starting a business in St. Maarten there are - [Business Tips](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=6212) - Business Tips COCI tries to help business owners to improve and maintain the business by providing helpful business tips, here are some below: Focus on customer satisfaction Happy customers are more likely to become repeat customers and recommend your business to others. Customers are the backbone of every successful business. Make sure to provide excellent - [GEBE complaint corner](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=6114) - Through the usage of this form COCI will ensure that your complaints are formally logged with N.V. GEBE for their handling. Not receiving billsImproper billingInvoice amount not reflecting previous paymentReceiving bill past due dateOther Δ - [Create a Business Plan](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=6070) - Create a Business Plan Do you need a business plan for your small business? We have some guideliness for you: Chamber of Commerce and Industry Small Business Plan Template The Entrepreneur (Personal Information) Names Surname Gender Date of birth Native Country CRIB Number Nationality Address Mobile telephone Email address Personal Tax ID number Marital status - [Notaries](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=4479) - These are the Notaries on St. Maarten: Notary Boekhoudt Professional Office ParkOsprey Drive 1, Unit 2-BPoint Blanche, St. Maarten PH: +1 (721) 542 99 26EM: contact@notaryboekhoudt.com www.notaryboekhoudt.com Notary Mingo Fouress Building Suite 4DEmmapleinPhilipsburg, St. Maarten PH: +1 (721) 542 3556 / 542 2684EM: info@notarymingo.com www.notarymingo.com Notary Richards Front Street 5, Suite 4P.O. Box 751Philipsburg, St. - [Webinars](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=867) - Webinars Find a list of our Webinars below. Register for FREE to join upcoming webinars or watch the video of previous webinars. WEBINAR REGISTRATION All 02-2021 03-2021 04-2021 05-2021 06-2021 07-2021 08-2021 09-2021 11-2021 - [Statistics](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2596) - Statistics OVERVIEW 2021 Opening / Closing Businesses first quarter 2021 Reports REPORTS 2020 Annual Report 2020 REPORTS 2021 Official First Quarter Report 2021 Registery Operational Development Half Year 2021 Third Quarter Report 2021 Annual Report 2021 - [Deregistration](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2598) - Deregistration All legal businesses and legal entities are obliged to keep the Chamber of Commerce & Industry’s registration information up-to-date and paid for. The De-Registration process has commenced per June 2021 for businesses that do not comply. Read Press Release De-Registration May 2021 De-Registration Process: In accordance with Article 25, book 2 of the Civil Code, - [SZV Employer Obligations](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=3874) - Employers are obliged to comply with the regulation regarding the medical insurance (ZV) for their employees and the dependents of employees. Employers are obliged to comply with the regulations concerning the accident insurance (OV) for their employees. Both insurances are part of the social security system of Sint Maarten (in Dutch: sociale zekerheidsstelsel) and are - [High School Entrepreneurship 2020-2021](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=4856) - MAR 2021 - JUN 2021 Entrepreneurship Presentations In March 2021, COCI initiated “Entrepreneurship Presentations” for the St. Maarten High Schools. The goal was to engage, inspire, and provide high school students with Business insights and knowledge on Entrepreneurship. Our COCI Entrepreneurship Presentations commenced in March of 2021 and ended in June. The presentation was prepared - [Entrepreneurship Presentations 2021-2022](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=5667) - Entrepreneurship Presentations 2021-2022 As part of The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI) corporate social responsibility (CSR), COCI organized a series of Entrepreneurship presentations geared towards secondary and advanced vocational educational institutions. COCI desires to foster an entrepreneurial culture among the youths within our educational institutions. The Chambers’ Business Development Officer, Ms. Bryson - [Services](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=822) - Business Registry We register all businesses and legal entities in The Chamber of Commerce & Industry's Commercial Register Read More Business Center The Business Center is a Consultancy Service that provides business information to entrepreneurs Read More B2B Connect B2B Connect is a centralized platform where entrepreneurs and business representatives can connect Read More COCI - [Business Registry Old](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2386) - COMING SOON Search Registry You can look-up business by name or by COCI number. Simply enter and search. - [Limited Liability Company (LLC/N.V.)](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2169) - Limited Liability Company (LLC/N.V.) A Limited Liability Company (LLC) is referred to as a Naamloze Vennootschap (N.V.) in Dutch. The N.V. is incorporated by notarial deed executed by one or more incorporators before a civil law Notary in St. Maarten. This notarial deed of incorporation constitutes the definitive statutes and regulations governing the company and - [Become a Chamber Technocrat](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2869) - Are you our next service provider? Contribute to your business community today! A Chamber Technocrat is an individual who hosts a workshop event. Entrepreneurs and specialists of various business sectors are encouraged to register as a ‘service provider’ (i.e. Chamber Technocrat) under the umbrella of the Chamber. These persons may include and are not limited - [Policies & Donations](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2602) - Download PDF's and/or Print our Regulations and Policies Code of Order Download Rules and Procedures Download PDF Complaints & Suggestions Download Rules and Procedures Download PDF Donation Requests Download Rules and Procedures Download PDF - [About Us](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=774) - What does COCI do? The St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI) is a non-profit organization. Its main role is to ensure that all businesses and legal entities on St. Maarten are registered in its Commercial Register. In the pursuit of our objective, the Chamber is a non-racial, non-sectarian, non-political, and gender-friendly organization. Our - [Federation](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=4370) - Federation A federation is an organization made up of smaller groups parties or states. Federations are required to operate with in house bylaws before appointing its members. If part of international Federations/agency such as sports for instance (e.g. Boxing or the Olympics) the Federation must provide said info for which they are a part of. - [Association](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2998) - Association An association (vereniging in Dutch) is a common legal form utilized for organizations made up of members having equal contribution in and rights to participation, responsibility, and liability. This legal form is often used for sports and cultural organizations, in which an elected board by the general meeting of members, works in the interest - [Private Limited Liability Company (PLC/B.V.)](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2988) - Private Limited Liability Company (PLC/B.V.) A Private Limited Liability Company (PLC) is referred to as a Besloten Vennootschap (B.V.) in Dutch. The B.V. can be organized in such a manner that it is “managed by shareholders”; in that case there is no distinction made between shareholders and managing directors as corporate bodies. Click here to - [Webinar Registration](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=3756) - Webinar Registration Form Webinar Registration Form Check out all our Webinar(s) here Register for our free webinar(s)and receive zoom code Instructions St. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry (COCI) is offering free Business Webinars geared towards business growth and development. These webinars are for: The St. Maarten Business Community Entrepreneurs Starters Business enthusiasts The general - [PJIA Reconstruction Registration](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=3758) - PJIA Reconstruction Registration Form PJIA Reconstruction Registration Encouraging local contractors to register for PJIA Reconstruction projects Instructions The Chamber would like to point out that PJIA as a Government owned company is going the extra length to promote and encourage local contractors to take part and register their company to be eligible for possible joint - [COCI 24](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=3323) - COCI 24 COCI 24 service permits all fax and email requests for excerpts to be handled within 24 hours. 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Cannegieter Street, Philipsburg, St. Maarten, D.W.I. +1 (721) 5423590+1 (721) 5423595 chamberbusiness@chamberofcommerce.sx Monday - Friday 8:00 - 16:00. +1 (721) 5423512 Facebook-f Linkedin-in - [Business Center](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2390) - Our Mission The Business Center provides use of facilities, guidance, administrative assistance support, consultation, and information and communication technology (ICT) services to all entrepreneurs seeking to either start, expand, or strengthen their business or business endeavors. Our Vision Stimulate the enrolment of potential aspiring entrepreneurs and existing clients; Improve the success rate and continuity of - [Our History](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=789) - The Executive Club Before 1979, the only place where various private sector’s points of view could be exchanged was at The Executive Club, which consisted of hotel owners and managers. These meetings, which were held once every month, rotated from one hotel property to another. They provided good opportunities for private sector members to voice - [COCI CURBSIDE](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=3376) - This service is only available in December This service is designed to permit easy access to our Philipsburg office in December during the busy Holiday Season. Clients can request for documents to be dropped off and/or picked up from the Curbside. Service: Fill out the form below or contact us to schedule a Curbside Request. - [COCI 2U](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=3347) - COMING SOON COCI 2U With COCI 2U, The Chamber Courier comes to you through scheduled visits. Service: Our COCI Courier will visit clients at their place of business to provide them with requested documents. Fill out the form below or contact us to schedule a visit. For your convenience you can also fill out the - [Deregistration FAQs](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=4613) - Does a business that has temporarily halted/closed its operations have to pay COCI’s annual registration fee? Yes, since your business is still registered as a legal entity in the Commercial Registry. Who should be informed if a business is temporarily halted/closed its operation(s)? The Tax office (Ministry of Finance), and SZV if the business has - [Model/Registry Forms](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=3614) - Registry Forms / Model Forms Download the Model Example Forms that is applicable for your business. This gives you an idea of the requirements. Our COCI representatives will assist in filling the original papers out, or go the your Notary for assistance. 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There - [Foundation](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=3005) - Foundation A foundation (or stichting in Dutch) is a legal entity in its own right, with its assets and liabilities. The legal concept of the foundation developed ages ago from capital being set aside for a special nonprofit or charitable purpose and was originally used by religious and welfare groups. Key Characteristics The foundation is - [Silent Partnership](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=4689) - Silent Partnership A silent partnership is a partnership that is not a public partnership and is referred to as stille vennootschap. Therefore, a partnership which does not carry out a profession or business or a partnership which does not participate in transactions is a silent partnership. 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In a limited partnership (C.V.), partners have limited liability –that is, their liability is limited to - [Public Partnership](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2959) - Public Partnership A public partnership is a partnership that carries out a profession or business (or performs professional or business acts) and acts externally in a for third parties clearly identifiable manner under a name used by it as such. A public partnership is referred to as openbare vennootschap in Dutch. The possibility exists to convert - [COCI Portal](https://www.chamberofcommerce.sx/?page_id=2401) - COCI Portal Login to the COCI Online Registration Portal to request excerpts, make changes to relevant documents. Make sure your credit is topped up in order to make payments via the portal. 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