The third annual Caribbean Cultural Diplomats Experience, held on October 1 in New York, showcased the vibrant essence of Caribbean culture, creativity, and grace. Organized by Trinidad and Tobago-based social impact agency Industry 360 in collaboration with CultureCon, the event celebrated the lifetime achievements of two distinguished figures: Neal Farinah, the Trinidad-born celebrity hairstylist for Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé, and Petra Roach, a seasoned tourism professional and director of sales and marketing at the Wyndham Grand Barbados. The exclusive dinner, themed ‘Mille Fleur: The Secret Garden,’ was a lush tribute to Caribbean brilliance, featuring stunning decor, gourmet cuisine, and performances by Jamaican artist Hector Roots Lewis and Barbadian singer Tionne Hernandez. Attendees included TT consul general to New York Andre Laveau, Haitian-American media personality Jessie Woo, and Peter Mayers, US director of Barbados Tourism and Marketing Inc. Farinah, receiving his first award from a Caribbean-based organization, emotionally recounted his journey from humble beginnings to global success, while Roach emphasized the importance of celebrating and protecting the Caribbean’s cultural heritage. Industry 360 founder Tenille Clarke highlighted the event’s success, underscoring the power of community and the Caribbean’s enduring resilience and excellence.