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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, addresses Wednesday’s (January 15) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House.

Industry Minister Wants More MSMEs Listed on Junior Market of Stock Exchange

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 28 Jan 2025    user   
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, says he wants to see more micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) listed on the Junior Market of the Jamaica Stock Exchange this year. He also urged MSMEs to take advantage of the recent amendment of the Income Tax Act, which allows companies to raise up to $750 million during an initial public offering, an increase of $250 million. Senator Hill, who was addressing Wednesday’s (January 15) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House, reasoned that the aim is to build companies that can compete not just in...


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Executive Director of the HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton.

HEART/NSTA Trust Providing Millions in Grant Assistance to MSMEs

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 28 Jan 2025    user   
The HEART/NSTA Trust has provided $21.9 million in grant assistance to entrepreneurs during the 2024/25 financial year. Of the total, micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) received $8.4 million, while $13.4 million went towards supporting trainee start-ups. “This ensures sustained financial support to empower entrepreneurs,” said Executive Director of the HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton. She was addressing the opening ceremony of the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce’s MSME Business Roadshow held recently at the Church of the Open Bible in Twickenham Park, St...


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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (left) exchanges greetings with Chief Executive Officer of A Yuh Dat Limited, Shawnalee King Gentles (centre), at the MSME Business Roadshow held on Thursday (January 16) at the Twickenham Park Church of the Open Bible in St. Catherine. Sharing the moment is A Yuh Dat Limited team member, Gertrude Morrison.

Business Roadshow Reaches More Than 1,200 MSMEs

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 24 Jan 2025    user   
More than 1,200 micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) have benefited from the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce’s MSME Business Roadshow, to date. Launched in 2023 in collaboration with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), the roadshow initiative aims to equip MSME owners across the island with the tools to grow their businesses and enter the export market. This is through capacity-building support; access to public services, financing and technological solutions; providing opportunities for strategic networking; and fostering greater connectivity between markets...


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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (right), speaks with Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Garry's Concept, Garry Parrish (left), about the souvenir items produced by his company. Looking on are Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Sancia Bennett Templer (second left); and Managing Director of the HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton. The event was the Ministry's MSME Business Roadshow held on Thursday (January 16) at the Twickenham Park Church of the Open Bible in St. Catherine.

 

MSME Business Roadshow Stops in St. Catherine

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 24 Jan 2025    user   
More than 70 micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) from St. Catherine benefited from a range of services to improve and grow their operations. The services were provided at the MSME Business Roadshow held on Thursday (January 16) at the Twickenham Park Church of the Open Bible in the parish. It was the first event held for the year under the national initiative being undertaken by the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce in collaboration with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). The aim is to empower Jamaica’s MSME sector through strategic networking, and access to...


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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, addresses Wednesday’s (January 15) post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House.

MSME Business Roadshows for 2025 Kick Off on January 16

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 24 Jan 2025    user   
The Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprise (MSME) Business Roadshows for 2025 kick off on Thursday, January 16, at the Twickenham Park Church of the Open Bible in St. Catherine, commencing 9:00 a.m. Thursday’s staging is the first of three already slated for the year by the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, which spearheads the initiative. Additionally, grant funding for the event’s Micro and Small Pitch Competition has increased from $3.6 million to $4.8 million. This was announced by Portfolio Minister, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, during Wednesday’s (January 15) post-...


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The Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MSME) Business Roadshow flyer.

MSME Business Roadshow Returns

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 24 Jan 2025    user   
The Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC) is advising of the return of its Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprise (MSME) Business Roadshow. The event is set to take place on Thursday, January 16, at the Twickenham Park Church of the Open Bible in St. Catherine, starting at 9:00 a.m. Under the theme ‘Start. Innovate. Export. Grow’, the Roadshow is designed to empower Jamaican MSMEs by equipping them with essential tools, knowledge, and connections to drive innovation, expand market reach, and stimulate business growth. Interested participants are encouraged to register now at...


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JAMPRO Hosts Investment Forum

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 06 Dec 2024    user   
The Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) recently hosted its Local Direct Investment Forum, under the theme: ‘Jamaica Business Gateway: Unlocking Economic Potential Through Digital Transformation’. Held in the Business Auditorium at its Head Office at 18 Trafalgar Road, in Kingston, the forum provided key insights into how Jamaica’s business landscape is evolving through innovative solutions like the Jamaica Business Gateway (JBG) online platform. It also addressed the critical need for better understanding of the regulatory processes to promote efficiency in business interactions with...


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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill.

Minister Hill Calls for Change in How Persons View Productivity

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 06 Dec 2024    user   
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, is highlighting the need for a change in perception about workplace productivity. He said that productivity is not just about tasks completed within the confines of an office, noting that it should also be measured by other factors impacting the workforce. “It extends far beyond that, encompassing the innovations we foster, the relationships we build, and the strategies we implement to create meaningful, sustainable progress,” the Minister said. “Productivity is about working smarter; finding better tools, skills or...


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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (back row, fourth left), and Manager, National Certification Body of Jamaica (NCBJ), Navenia Wellington Ford (back row, third left), share a photo opportunity with representatives of nine organisations which received certification during the National Certification Body of Jamaica’s (NCBJ) Certificate Handover Ceremony on Wednesday (November 13) at the AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston.

More Local Labs Urged to Get Certified to Int’l Standard

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 06 Dec 2024    user   
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, is calling for more local laboratories to get certified to international standard. He noted that certification by JANAAC Global Accreditation, the Hazardous Substances Regulatory Authority (HSRA) or the National Certification Body of Jamaica (NCBJ), signals to the global marketplace that the entities are operating at the highest level. “Certification affirms your readiness to meet the highest demands in quality, ensuring Jamaica’s standing in international markets,” Senator Hill said. “It’s not a requirement by law,...


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Acting Trade Administrator and Chief Executive Officer, Trade Board Limited (TBL), Althea Matthews (second left), shares a moment with her team (from left) Director of Public Education and Public Relations, Roshane Reid; Export Certification Administrator, Ockeem Thomas; and Senior Legal Counsel, Kanika Tomlinson, at the successful conclusion of a recent virtual Export Information Workshop hosted in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry, Investment & Commerce (MIIC) and the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA).

Exporters Empowered to Seize Opportunities in Global Markets

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 06 Dec 2024    user   
Scores of local entrepreneurs, exporters and persons looking to enter the export market gained valuable insights and tools to expand or seize business opportunities, at a two-day Export Information Workshop hosted by The Trade Board Limited (TBL). Held in conjunction with the Ministry of Industry, Investment & Commerce (MIIC) and the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA), the free online sessions provided participants with critical knowledge on leveraging export opportunities and navigating international markets effectively. Day one featured a dynamic presentation and...


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The Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce is described as Jamaica's "Business Ministry." It's mandate is to lead the development of policies that will create growth and jobs, while achieving social inclusion and consumer protection. The Ministry, working its stakeholders is primarily responsible for business policy development, monitoring and evaluation, while giving direction and oversight to a cluster of implementing departments and agencies.

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