A groundbreaking smart-storage service, Embassy Lockers, has opened its doors on Shirley Street, offering a much-needed solution to a common frustration faced by US Embassy visitors. The brainchild of Gejonte Miller, the service was officially launched on Friday, with the support of Foreign Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell and Transport and Housing Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis. The idea for Embassy Lockers was conceived in December 2021 when Miller, accompanied by her five-year-old daughter, faced the dilemma of where to store her belongings during a visa appointment. Realizing that mobile phones, tablets, keys, and large bags were prohibited inside the Embassy, Miller found herself repeatedly returning to her car to hide her key. Witnessing others in similar predicaments, she recognized the need for a structured solution. Embassy Lockers now provides secure storage for personal items and large luggage, along with additional services such as printing, photocopying, scanning, emailing, passport photographs, and form assistance through an on-site Wi-Fi Copy Centre. The business operates on a cashless system, with a SunCash kiosk available for bill payments, mobile top-ups, and Western Union transfers. Miller partnered with Tanya Kemp-Sawyer, who has operated the Wi-Fi Copy Centre and The Visa Place for 15 years, to bring this vision to life. The launch of Embassy Lockers coincides with the opening of the new US Embassy across the street, further enhancing its accessibility. Minister Mitchell praised the facility for making the visa process more ‘humanising’ and for safeguarding important documents. Storage prices start at $14, and the business operates Monday to Friday from 7am to 5pm.