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Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), Valerie Veira (right), presents the ‘B.O.S.S Woman’ of the Year award to Founder and Brewer of Netty’s Farm, Eileen Dunkley-Shim, during the agency’s ‘Breakfast with the CEO’ stakeholder event, held at the AC Marriott Hotel in New Kingston, on Thursday, April 4.

JBDC Honours Four Outstanding Entrepreneurs

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 25 Apr 2024    admin   
The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) celebrated the entrepreneurial spirit and achievements of four exceptional individuals at a prestigious ceremony held at the AC Marriott Hotel in St. Andrew, on Thursday, April 4. Organised by the JBDC, the annual ‘Breakfast with the CEO’ stakeholder event marked the presentation of the coveted ‘B.O.S.S. Man’ and ‘B.O.S.S. Lady’ awards, recognising persons who embody the entrepreneurial spirit and mindset; embrace a culture of innovation; have evidenced significant change in revenue; entered the export market/increased the value of current...


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Investment Minister Welcomes Indian Multinational Pharmaceutical Company

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 25 Apr 2024    admin   
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, has welcomed the Indian multinational company, Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, to Jamaica. Speaking at the launch on Wednesday (April 10), at its location in the Insurance Company of the West Indies (ICWI) corporate offices in New Kingston, the Minister noted that the presence of the pharmaceutical giant in Jamaica is another dimension of cooperation between both countries. “Jamaica is a really outstanding, attractive destination and we are very happy that Dr. Reddy’s Pharmaceuticals is here,” he said. Dr. Reddy’s...


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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, delivers remarks at the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) ‘Breakfast with the CEO’ event held recently at the AC Marriott Hotel in New Kingston.

MSMES Being Positioned for Regional and International Success

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 25 Apr 2024    admin   
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, is encouraging micro, small and medium-sized enterprises to get prepared as the Government positions the sector to be competitive globally. The push aligns with Jamaica’s broader economic agenda, which prioritises diversification, export promotion, and inclusive growth. “Jamaica’s MSMEs must become known regionally and internationally as more efficient manufacturers of goods and ever-improving crafters of ingenious services that people will buy,” Minister Hill said. “Jamaica is changing for the better and the business...


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Deputy Director, Legal Counsel, at the Jamaica Intellectual Property Office, Shantal English.

JIPO to Stage Several Activities for IP Week

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 25 Apr 2024    admin   
The Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO) has announced Intellectual Property (IP) Week celebrations, which will be staged from Sunday, April 21 to April 28. Intellectual Property Week, an annual event in Jamaica, coincides with World Intellectual Property Day, celebrated globally on April 26 each year. The week-long events aim to raise awareness and highlight the importance of Intellectual Property rights in driving innovation, creativity and economic growth. In an interview with JIS News, the agency’s Deputy Director, Legal Counsel, Shantal English, informed that the week’s activities...


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Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (second right), and Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (right), interact with co-owners of Irie Gourmand, Andrea (second left) and Colleen Sybblis during the opening of last year's 'Christmas in July' at the AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston.

Applications Open for Christmas in July Trade Show

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 25 Apr 2024    admin   
The Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) is now accepting applications for this year’s staging of its ‘Christmas in July’ trade show. The event provides an opportunity for local producers of gifts and souvenir items to promote their products to alternative market segments. Products may be from the categories of desktop solutions, spa and aromatherapy, décor, clothing, fine art, jewellery, souvenirs, food, and products created from organic and natural fibres. Interested companies and individuals are being asked to complete an Expression of Interest Form via the TEF’s website at www.tef.gov.jm , and...


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Women in Entrepreneurship Support Project Closing Out Ceremony

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 23 Apr 2024    admin   
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (eighth left); High Commissioner for Canada to Jamaica, Her Excellency Emina Tudakovic (seventh right); and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Sancia Bennett Templer (third right), share a photo opportunity with participants in the Women in Entrepreneurship Support (WES) project, at the closing ceremony held on April 18 at the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in Kingston. The WES Project was initiated by MIIC in partnership with the Ministry of Culture, Gender Entertainment and Sport through the Bureau of Gender Affairs...


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Director General of the Hazardous Substances Regulatory Authority (HSRA), Dr. Cliff Riley, speaks at a recent JIS Think Tank.

New Irradiator to Strengthen Agricultural Output

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 12 Apr 2024    admin   
The new gamma irradiation machine to be installed at the International Centre for Environmental and Nuclear Sciences (ICENS) is expected to strengthen agricultural output, particularly for coconuts. Director General of the Hazardous Substances Regulatory Authority (HSRA), Dr. Cliff Riley, said the mutation breeding programme for coconuts will increase significantly. “The irradiator should be at ICENS in a couple of months. Coconuts are one of the priority commodities, along with the entire food-safety push in terms of extending the shelf life of different commodities. We will be monitoring...


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Official flyer for the Jamaica Business Development Corporation’s Small Business Expo and Conference.

JBDC Small Business Expo Returns on May 30

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 12 Apr 2024    admin   
The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) Small Business Expo and Conference returns with the 13th staging on May 30, following a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This grand flagship business and networking event is slated for The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston under the theme ‘D.R.I.V.E… Entrepreneurs Journey to Export’. The expo and conference, cornerstone staples for entrepreneurs islandwide, will offer unparalleled opportunities for engagement and advancement for small and start-up enterprises along the growth trajectory. The one-day event, slated to start at 9:00 a.m...


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JBDC/FCJ partnership a ‘win’ for MSMEs — Davis

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 12 Apr 2024    admin   
Arecent partnership forged with the Factories Corporation of Jamaica (FCJ) to create additional operating spaces for micro, small, and medium-size enterprises (MSMEs) has been widely embraced by the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) as a ‘win’ for its members. The partnership, which comes as an expansion of business support services to the sector, is to see the development of several community micro business parks (CMBP) across the island designed to create more cost-effective spaces for operation. Business parks have emerged as a global solution to the challenge of space for...


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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (right), shares a light moment with the Jamaica Business Development Corporation’s Chief Executive Officer, Valerie Veira (centre) and Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Harold Davis, during the agency’s ‘Breakfast with the CEO’ event held recently at the AC Marriott Hotel in New Kingston.

JBDC CEO Urges Strategic Partnerships to Support MSMEs

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 12 Apr 2024    admin   
Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), Valerie Veira, has highlighted the need for the strengthening of partnerships to foster the growth and success of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). Such collaboration involves government, corporations and MSME stakeholders. “As we enter into the new Budget year, we are looking forward to [forging] even stronger relationships,” she said. “Unless we partner, we will not achieve our common goal of creating an enabling business environment for our MSMEs,” she added. Ms. Veira was addressing the JBDC’s...


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