# Brazil SEBRAE SME development initiatives > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/brazil-sebrae-sme-development-initiatives > Updated: 2026-07-31T19:00:06.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2. In late July 2026, Brazil’s development agency SEBRAE coordinated two distinct outreach efforts. On July 27, SEBRAE helped organize a Blue Economy forum in Itajaí and a mentorship‑driven marine‑entrepreneurship session in Ilhabela, targeting micro‑ and small‑enterprises that could supply the naval and defense sectors. The events emphasized engineering, logistics, automation and other specialized services needed for a growing maritime supply chain. Four days later, SEBRAE’s role broadened to a series of regional fairs and creative‑economy projects across the country, from the industrial trade show in Cataguases to cultural and fashion exhibitions in Caicó and Salvador. The agency highlighted the creative sector’s contribution to GDP, provided mentorship, and secured parliamentary funding for local infrastructure. Together, the snapshots show SEBRAE expanding its support from niche marine‑focused entrepreneurship to a wider array of SME activities in trade, culture and tourism. ## Timeline ### 2026-07-31: Brazil's regional fairs and creative‑economy initiatives spur local growth Brazil’s regional fairs, Sebrae’s creative‑economy programs and cultural events in Cataguases, Serra da Capivara, Seridó and beyond drive local business, tourism and community development. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cataguases-industrial-fair-and-cja-artisan-fair-open-2026 ### 2026-07-27: Brazil's Blue Economy initiatives support SMEs in Itajaí and Ilhabela Brazil hosts two blue‑economy events: a July 30 talk in Itajaí on defense‑related marine business for SMEs, and a July 28 forum in Ilhabela offering free mentorships during International Sailing Week. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazils-blue-economy-initiatives-support-smes-in-itaja-and-ilhabela --- Cite as: Brazil SEBRAE SME development initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/brazil-sebrae-sme-development-initiatives