Over the last two years, we have become hyper-aware of the value of resilience and the ability to respond to crisis events. We quickly learned that traditional models of work and business can sometimes hinder adaptability, and unless we embrace change, we risk being restricted in our ability to unlearn behaviours that no longer serve us. The shift towards remote […]
Read MoreDecember 15th, 2022
Trinidad and Tobago’s immense natural resources and the talent of our people have made us a welcoming and attractive place for doing business, particularly for trade and investment opportunities. While the pandemic has caused specific challenges, it has also ushered in a new era for potential growth and development opportunities. In the past two years, digital adoption has become the […]
Read MoreDecember 12th, 2022
The Risk of Standing Still Kickstarting an economy which has been shorn of the desired outputs and exports in various industries alongside an ever-ballooning food import bill, has created much tighter financial conditions for an ever-wearier citizen. Increasing food insecurity concerns linger and this has created the potential for social malaise, while ad hoc strategies are devised in the interest […]
Read MoreDecember 1st, 2022
For the last two and half years, businesses in Trinidad and Tobago and around the world had to combat and adapt to the culmination of the pandemic and the many problems that ensued from the war in Europe. Economic headwinds came in the form of supply chain disruptions, increasing inflationary pressure at the pump and the groceries, inefficient institutions, and […]
Read MoreNovember 28th, 2022
The Tobago Division of the Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce congratulates the publishers of Who’s Who in Trinidad and Tobago Business upon successful publication of another informative issue. The Division was established specifically to serve the needs of the Tobago business community and remains a vibrant and proactive arm of the T&T Chamber. Originally established as the […]
Read MoreNovember 21st, 2022
INTERVIEW In 2021, domestic tourism prevailed as a critical component of the local tourism industry, with a constant flow of visitors between Trinidad and Tobago, offsetting the impact of declining international arrivals during the pandemic. The daily inter-island ferry service between Port of Spain (Trinidad) and Scarborough (Tobago) which is a key infrastructural component of the domestic tourism offering, remained […]
Read MoreNovember 16th, 2022
Trinidad Hotels, Restaurants and Tourism Association (THRTA) The Trinidad Hotels, Restaurant and Tourism Association (THRTA), Trinidad’s largest private sector tourism body is honored to once again be part of this year’s ‘Who’s Who in Trinidad & Tobago Business’ publication. As the THRTA continues to advocate for industry stakeholders on matters that can both negatively and positively impact the tourism-centric trading […]
Read MoreNovember 16th, 2022
Tobago House of Assembly (THA) For many reasons, the two-year period of March 2020-March 2022 will remain an unforgettable part of history in Tobago, in Trinidad and Tobago and across the globe. The gradual lifting of health restrictions and the reopening of the economy has undoubtedly brought relief to many. There are few individuals who can say they were not […]
Read MoreNovember 16th, 2022
INTERVIEWEMMANUEL BAAHDeputy General ManagerEstate Planning and Business Development – Airports Authority of Trinidad and Tobago “We think that by July 2023, we should reach about 75% or 80% of international passengers returning to Trinidad and eventually, 100% by December.” “The return of airlines has been gradual,” said Emmanuel Baah, Deputy General Manager – Estate Planning and Business Development, Airports Authority […]
Read MoreNovember 15th, 2022
INTERVIEW Dr Krishna BahadoorsinghChairman, Caribbean Housing Ltd. (CHL) Caribbean Housing Ltd (CHL) has been at the forefront of building communities since 1968. Led by Dr Krishna Bahadoorsingh, the company is one of the more prominent private developers locally. It is known for its work in developing Westmoorings and West Mall alongside its most recent project in Brentwood. Affordable housing stock […]
Read MoreNovember 8th, 2022
At Caribbean Housing Limited, where we have been building energetic communities for more than 50 years, we’ve always known that Brentwood—our most recent development in central Trinidad—was destined to be more than a mall. In the midst of a pandemic, it will become the safe and trusted mainstay of an ever-evolving district that supports everyone who lives and works there, […]
Read MoreNovember 8th, 2022
INTERVIEW In 1922 Abdul and Zainab Khan started a candy-making business at their home, located in the heart of the sugar belt, the Khans first sold sweets by biking across Couva. As KC Candy commemorates its 100th anniversary, Satnarine Bachew, Chief Executive Officer, shares how the company moved from these humble beginnings to become a global exporter. Establishing a global […]
Read MoreNovember 7th, 2022
Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce (T&T Chamber) The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce takes this opportunity to warmly congratulate the publishers of Who’s Who in Trinidad and Tobago Business on its newest edition. The magazine stayed the course through the pandemic and pivoted to adjust to prevailing conditions. We are pleased to continue to […]
Read MoreNovember 7th, 2022
Ministry of Trade and Industry Despite the challenges of the past two and a half years, the resilience demonstrated by the people and businesses of Trinidad and Tobago is particularly commendable and deserving of much praise. Guided by the National Development Strategy (2016-2030) — Vision 2030 and the Roadmap for Trinidad and Tobago: Transforming to a New Economy and a […]
Read MoreNovember 2nd, 2022
The Honourable Farley Chavez Augustine – Chief Secretary and Secretary for Finance, Trade and the Economy Tobago House of Assembly (THA) For many reasons, the two-year period of March 2020-March 2022 will remain an unforgettable part of history in Tobago, in Trinidad and Tobago and across the globe. The gradual lifting of health restrictions and the reopening of the economy […]
Read MoreNovember 2nd, 2022
Welcome to our 2022-2023 edition of the ‘Who’s Who in Trinidad & Tobago Business’. We hope that your journey of discovery, page after page, is as inspiring and informative as our publishing team and content producers would like it to be for our customers.Whenever I hear the term fast forward, I think of technology and the mechanisms that have developed […]
Read MoreOctober 26th, 2022
September 19, 2022 European Business Chamber in Trinidad and Tobago ESG Presentation & Networking at Full Bloom Coffee Roasters Join us on Monday 19th of September 2022 at 18:30 for our in person networking event: “You will never look at ESG in the same way again…” in partnership with Full Bloom Coffee Roasters. At this event, Dr. Axel Kravatzky, managing […]
Read MoreSeptember 14th, 2022
Internationally, the construction industry has its own regulations to ensure structures uphold building codes and more importantly, the safety of all personnel on site at every level of the construction and building process. It protects those on constructions sites, reduce or eliminate unwanted medical and penalty costs and create a more efficient work ethic. At BLISS Safety Store, we carefully […]
Read MoreAugust 10th, 2022
On Wednesday 20th July 2022, Kielan Jacob left Trinidad on a flight to California to perform at the 25th Anniversary of the World Championship of Performing Arts (WCOPA). She was one of the members of Team Trinidad and Tobago WCOPA lead by National Director, Candice Clarke. Kielan’s aim was to dazzle the judges in hopes of receiving a scholarship to […]
Read MoreAugust 4th, 2022
First Citizens advises that on June 28, 2022 it launched an Additional Public Offering (APO) of shares at an offer price of TT$50.00 per share. This follows an announcement by the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago (“the Government”) during its fiscal presentation in October 2021, at which the Government signaled its intention to sell additional shares held […]
Read MoreJuly 28th, 2022
Caribbean Cyber Security Centre and SIFT Inc. (CCSC|SIFT) There has been a tremendous increase in cybercriminal activity in Trinidad and Tobago and by extension the Caribbean. This increase has been so glaring that we don’t have to quote statistics or do extensive research to find the evidence. Just review the news from the last two to three months and the […]
Read MoreJuly 28th, 2022
Monterrey, where progress pulsates We invite you to get to know Monterrey, the second largest metropolitan area in Mexico, it is a cosmopolitan city characterized by its pulsating business life, but which offers tourists a wide range of attractions that will make your trip an unforgettable visit. Paseo Santa Lucía with a river where you can navigate and have magnificent […]
Read MoreJuly 25th, 2022
CRISM is a well-known, reliable, and competent player in the Automotive Industry since 1999. While their main business is in the Sales and Service of NEW and USED Cars, SUV’s etc, with the recent change in legislation, they are once again, importing NEW and USED HYBRID vehicles, and can also supply Fully ELECTRIC vehicles. In the coming weeks, CRISM will […]
Read MoreJune 29th, 2022
The Association of Trinidad and Tobago Insurnace Companies (ATTIC) held its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 25th May, 2022. Meet the Board of Directors for 2022-2023.
Read MoreJune 8th, 2022
“Let today be recorded as the day that heralded a new dawn for the reignition of the services sector in Trinidad and Tobago.” The words of the president of the Trinidad and Tobago Coalition of Services Industries, Mark Edghill, during today’s Market Connections event in the Gateway to Trade (G2T) Export Accelerator Programme, held at the Hilton Trinidad. The TTCSI […]
Read MoreMay 25th, 2022
Opening Remarks by Nirad Tewarie AMCHAM T&T CEO Good morning everyone, and thank you for joining us today. I am Nirad Tewarie, CEO of AMCHAM T&T and it is my great honor to welcome you to the launch of the AMCHAM T&T-Republic Bank – Tech Hub Islands Summit (t.h.i.s.) 2022. I take great pleasure to announce that we will be […]
Read MoreMay 10th, 2022
Authorised Licensee for Crestcom International The “Great Resignation” has continued into 2022, with almost half of employees looking for a new job or planning to look for a new job soon. It might seem like devoted employees are a thing of the past, and business leaders struggle to find ways to hold on to valued workers and reduce turnover. While resignation rates […]
Read MoreApril 28th, 2022
With over a quarter-century of experience and hundreds of satisfied clients, SWF&Co. is a leading public relations company in the Caribbean. The company, which is a Preferred Agency of the global Porter Novelli public relations network, now in its 30th year, has a dedicated and talented team making them one of the most effective Public Relations Company in the region, […]
Read MoreApril 26th, 2022
