Bonaire Chamber of Commerce Launches Second Edition of Innovation Academy with the Theme ‘Education’
Turning innovative ideas into reality: an opportunity for everyone who wants to contribute to the future of education on Bonaire.
Kralendijk, Bonaire – November 2026 – The Bonaire Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KvK) is proud to announce the second edition of the Innovation Academy. Following the first edition, which was organized in collaboration with Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) and focused on innovation within the tourism sector, this year’s edition will center around the theme ‘Education’.
Through this initiative, the Chamber of Commerce aims to encourage innovative thinkers, entrepreneurs, and creative individuals to develop new solutions that contribute to the future of education on Bonaire.
Do you have an idea that could transform the way we learn, teach, raise children, or develop ourselves? Then the Innovation Academy is looking for you!
From Idea to Reality
From all submitted ideas, the 10 most innovative proposals will be selected. The selected participants will be announced on November 17, 2026, and will have the opportunity to participate in intensive Design Thinking workshops on November 24 and 25, 2026.
During these workshops, participants will learn how to further develop their ideas into concrete and feasible concepts. With professional guidance, they will work on identifying challenges, developing creative solutions, and refining their ideas.
On December 11, 2026, participants will have the opportunity to present their concepts to a panel of judges during the Shark Tank Event, where they will compete for a chance to receive seed funding to help bring their innovative ideas to life.
The Innovation Academy will officially conclude on December 12, 2026, with a certificate award ceremony.
How Can You Participate?
Anyone with an innovative idea related to education is encouraged to apply. A fully developed business plan is not required. What matters most is having an innovative idea, demonstrating its potential impact, and showing the motivation to develop it further.
Participating is simple:
Step 1 – Register
Complete the official registration form provided by the Bonaire Chamber of Commerce: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/b7JFi3MTJk
Step 2 – Share Your Innovative Idea
Submit a short written description of your idea via email, or record a video of no more than 2 minutes and send it through the Bonaire Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook Messenger.
Please answer the following questions:
- What is your idea? (maximum 150 words)
- What problem or challenge within education do you want to solve? (maximum 100 words)
- Who is your solution intended for? (maximum 50 words)
- How would your solution work? (maximum 150 words)
- What makes your idea different or innovative? (maximum 50 words)
- How far have you developed your idea? (maximum 50 words)
- Why do you want to participate in the Innovation Academy? (maximum 100 words)
Prefer speaking instead of writing? No problem! Record a video of up to 2 minutes answering the questions above and submit it through the Bonaire Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook Messenger.
You do not need to own a business, have a prototype, or present a fully developed business plan. Ideas that are still in their early stages are also welcome.
The deadline to submit your registration and idea is November 14, 2026.
Innovation Starts with an Idea
Through the Innovation Academy, the Bonaire Chamber of Commerce aims to provide a platform where creativity, entrepreneurship, and community development come together. By supporting innovative ideas, the Chamber seeks to promote sustainable innovation and create new opportunities for the Bonaire community.
Every successful initiative starts with an idea. Perhaps your idea will be the next innovation to transform education on Bonaire!
Interested individuals are encouraged to register and submit their ideas before the deadline.
More Information and Registration:
Registration form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/b7JFi3MTJk
Email for submissions: bis@kvkbonaire.com
Facebook Messenger: Bonaire Chamber of Commerce
For additional information or media inquiries:
Bonaire Chamber of Commerce and Industry
+599 717 5595 | Kaya Amsterdam 23 | bis@kvkbonaire.com