Investment opportunities in Jamaica and how to run a successful business in the diaspora are among the topics to be discussed at the upcoming 10th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference.
The Conference, slated for June 16 to 19, will be held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre, under the theme ‘United for Jamaica’s Transformation: Fostering Peace, Productivity and Youth Empowerment’.
Discussions will take place at ‘Riverside Chat’, a unique series within the Conference, which features intimate, in-depth discussions in a relaxed setting, designed to foster personal connections and deeper understanding.
Chief Executive Officer and owner of The Simpson Restaurant and Bar in New York and Atlanta City, USA, Chef Wenford Simpson, will share insights into running a successful business in the diaspora. He recently opened a new restaurant in Atlanta.
Speaking at a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, held at the Agency’s head office in Kingston, Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, said that the Jamaican entrepreneur will share his journey and insights on “what it takes to run a successful business in the diaspora”.
Noting the importance of the topic, Mr. Terrelonge, who is responsible for Diaspora Affairs, said that the Government is now engaging with the diaspora, not only to get their feedback but to support them.
“One of the things that we are doing differently is that we are speaking to diasporans, not just about in terms of what they can do for Jamaica but also how we can help them in their respective spheres of influence,” he said.
“We do have Jamaicans living across the world who have great ideas, but how do you mould that Jamaican magic to capitalise on it, to work for you as a successful business, so that would be a very important session with Master Chef Simpson,” the State Minister said.
Another Riverside Chat will feature Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Blue Mahoe Holdings Inc., David Mullings. Blue Mahoe Holdings, a diaspora-based company, is a Diamond sponsor of the Conference.
Mr. Terrelonge said that Mr. Mullings will be speaking about doing business in Jamaica, strategies for investing in the Stock Market as well as trade and investments and how they benefit persons in the diaspora.
