Who We Are
In 2020, we rebranded as “BIBA, the Association for Global Business” to signal that we embrace all companies in Barbados who service global markets, both domestic and international, and to align with Prime Minister Mottley's expressed goal to cement Barbados as a global business hub.BIBA has a current membership of over 140 companies drawn from Canada, the US, the UK, Latin America, and Europe, primarily in banking and wealth management, insurance, fintech, manufacturing, logistics, legal, accounting, tax, and corporate service providers, and many more.
Our Vision
“To work, as a trusted strategic partner of members and stakeholders, for the advancement and sustainability of global business conducted in and from Barbados”
Our History
Industry Voice
To be the industry voice to the Barbados government and community.
Catalyst For Unity
To be the catalyst for creating and maintaining private and public sector unity in the effort to develop Barbados.
Our Goals
Information Exchange
To provide a forum for exchanges of information and ideas among members
Business Liason
To liaise with and facilitate the work of the relevant Government Ministries, statutory bodies and other organizations involved in the development and regulation of global business in Barbados.
Members Interests
To ensure our members’ professional and personal interests are adequately served.
Major Contact to Investors
To be a major point of contact for helpful advice and orientation of new investors to the island.
Our Team

Carmel Haynes
Ms. Carmel Haynes is the Executive Director of BIBA, the Association for Global Business, in Barbados. BIBA represents over 140 member firms involved in international financial services, trade and logistics, management and corporate services, FinTech, and more.
Read moreCarmel Haynes

Ms. Carmel Haynes is the Executive Director of BIBA, the Association for Global Business, in Barbados. BIBA represents over 140 member firms involved in international financial services, trade and logistics, management and corporate services.
As the Executive Director of BIBA, she supports the President and Board of BIBA in delivering on the Association’s mission to advance the global business sector in the interest of its members and the economic development of Barbados.
Before returning to BIBA, where she previously held the role of Senior Executive, Ms. Haynes was the regional representative for the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) in the Caribbean and the Southeast USA from 2014 to 2020.

Cecelia Mayers

Cecelia Mayers is the Office Administrator.
Why Join BIBA?
- Opportunity to Offer Input into Laws and Policies
- Easy Access to Key Industry Partners
- Access to Thought Leadership Business Events
- Professional Networking with Global Reach
- Membership Discount to Events
- Professional Development
- Government-level Representation
- Attractive Group Health Insurance