Sweet Traditions Bakery Cafe has announced job openings for two key positions: Customer Service Attendant and Experienced Cook. The cafe is looking for individuals who can deliver exceptional customer service, maintain a friendly demeanor, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Customer Service Attendants must be physically capable of standing for extended periods and available to work from Monday to Saturday. For the role of Experienced Cook, candidates are required to have prior cooking experience in a food service establishment, a genuine passion for culinary arts, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. The cook’s schedule includes early morning shifts starting at 6 am, also from Monday to Saturday. Interested applicants are encouraged to send their applications via email to [email protected]. NOW Grenada, the platform sharing this announcement, has clarified that it is not responsible for the content or opinions expressed by contributors and has provided a reporting mechanism for any cases of abuse.
分类： business
-
Sandals to begin designing new resort for St. Vincent next year
Sandals Resorts International, under the leadership of CEO Adam Stewart, has unveiled plans to construct a state-of-the-art Beaches resort at Mt Wynne in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The project, slated to begin design work in 2026, represents a $500 million investment and is expected to feature 500 bedrooms, a world-class spa, and extraordinary water park facilities. The announcement was made during a signing ceremony in Buccament Bay, where Stewart emphasized the resort’s potential to employ nearly 2,000 Vincentians at full capacity.
-
REOI: OECS Decision Making Project Credit
The Government of Grenada, with financial backing from the World Bank, is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the Deputy Project Coordinator (DPC) for the Organisation of the Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Data for Decision Making (DDM) Project. This initiative aims to enhance the statistical capabilities of Eastern Caribbean nations, enabling them to produce and disseminate data crucial for regional and national analytics. The selected consultant will support the Project Coordinator in managing and administering the Grenada segment of the project, which is set to run for 20 months starting October 2025. The role will be based at the Central Statistical Office in Grenada. Interested candidates must possess a Master’s degree in Project Management, Economics, Statistics, or a related field, along with a minimum of two years of project management experience. Additional qualifications include expertise in statistical operations, leadership skills, and familiarity with World Bank-funded projects. Applications must be submitted electronically by 24 October 2025, via the specified procurement portal. For further details, candidates can request the Terms of Reference by contacting the Central Procurement Unit.
-
Antigua Barbuda Yachting and Marina Association Discover Yachting & Marine Expo Kicks off this week
The Antigua Barbuda Yachting and Marina Association (ABYMA) is set to host the highly anticipated Discover Yachting and Marine Industry Expo on October 8th and 9th at the Antigua Yacht Club and Marina. This two-day event, running from 9 AM to 6 PM, aims to inspire school leavers, tertiary education students, and adults to explore the diverse career opportunities within the marine industry. Over 20 businesses will showcase the wide array of roles available, from woodworking and electrical work to administration and marketing, emphasizing that these careers can be pursued locally without the need to leave Antigua and Barbuda. President Franklin Braithwaite highlighted the event’s mission to debunk the misconception that marine industry jobs require relocation, stating, ‘Many roles require valuable skills that are essential for the industry to thrive, and they can be pursued right here at home.’ Attendees will have the opportunity to receive personalized advice from industry professionals, network with exhibitors, and access a list of seasonal job openings. The Expo, which is free to enter, will also feature an official opening ceremony at 10 AM on Wednesday, with bars and restaurants open to create a welcoming atmosphere for visitors. Schools and individuals are encouraged to attend and discover the potential of the yachting and marine industry in Antigua and Barbuda. For more information, visit the ABYMA website or contact 736-1345.
-
$75M Cash Injection Part of Government’s Social Security Debt Proposal
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has unveiled a comprehensive plan to address its $400 million debt to the Antigua and Barbuda Social Security Board (ABSSB). The proposal, detailed in a letter from Financial Secretary Rasona Davis-Crump to ABSSB Chairman Kem Tonge on August 21, 2025, includes a $75 million cash injection and the transfer of income-generating assets, starting with the Jolly Beach property. This initiative aims to restructure and consolidate the government’s arrears into a single 25-year bond valued at $437.8 million. The bond will feature interest-only payments at 3% for the first five years, increasing to 5% in years six to ten, with full principal and interest repayments commencing in year eleven. The Financial Secretary has also requested the waiver of all accumulated interest arrears to facilitate the restructuring. Prime Minister Gaston Browne emphasized that this plan fulfills a previous arrangement designed by the UPP administration but never executed. He highlighted that transferring Jolly Beach to the ABSSB would significantly reduce the government’s debt to approximately $300 million, ensuring the Social Security scheme remains financially sustainable without raising contribution rates or the retirement age. The proposal is seen as a responsible approach to honoring long-overdue obligations while preserving the solvency of Social Security and stabilizing long-term pension payments.
-
Law, Capital, and the Startup Frontier: Jean Marco Pou Fernández on Structuring Dominican Innovation
Jean Marco Pou Fernández, a prominent figure in the Dominican Republic, has carved a unique niche at the intersection of law, business, and diplomacy. As an attorney, entrepreneur, and former President of the EuroCámara de Comercio de la República Dominicana, Pou’s influence extends across corporate law, infrastructure projects, and binational chambers connecting Santo Domingo to global hubs like Brussels and Madrid. Later this year, he will further his expertise by pursuing an LL.M. in International Business and Economic Law at Georgetown University, solidifying his role in shaping the hemisphere’s most critical economic debates.
Pou’s insights are particularly valuable for founders and investors in the Dominican Republic, offering clarity on structuring startups for capital, scalability, and international credibility. He emphasizes that corporate governance is essential for investor confidence, advocating for practices like shareholder agreements, advisory boards, and transparent records. These measures, he argues, signal a startup’s seriousness about attracting external funding.
Despite the Dominican Republic’s legal framework supporting venture deals, Pou highlights gaps such as the absence of standardized instruments like SAFEs or convertible notes, unclear regulations on stock options, and slow IP enforcement. These challenges, he notes, make the country less competitive compared to other markets.
For cross-border ventures, Pou stresses the importance of strategic structuring, recommending that founders maintain local entities while raising capital through Delaware or EU holdings. This approach provides investors with legal familiarity while enabling local operations to thrive. He also underscores the role of legal advisors in balancing founder protection with investor appeal, ensuring that international clauses are enforceable under Dominican law.
Pou identifies three key policy reforms to accelerate innovation: a Startup Act to simplify incorporation and offer tax incentives, clear crowdfunding and fintech regulations, and legal recognition of employee equity plans. These changes, he believes, could transform the Dominican Republic into a more attractive ecosystem for global capital.
Additionally, Pou sees potential in a Digital Nomad Visa, not just as a tourism driver but as a means of fostering knowledge transfer through connections with accelerators, coworking spaces, and universities.
Pou’s perspective reflects a broader shift in Dominican business credibility, moving away from legacy institutions and toward founders who prioritize governance, traction, and structure. As a bridge between the old order and the emerging economy, Pou embodies the tectonic shift in credibility from traditional boardrooms to the innovators shaping tomorrow’s economy.
-
US unseats UK as Barbados’ main tourism source market
In a significant shift in tourism dynamics, the United States has surpassed the United Kingdom as the primary source of visitors to Barbados. According to Andrea Franklin, CEO of Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI), the US contributed 179,753 visitors this year, marking a pivotal change for the island nation. Historically, the UK has always been Barbados’ leading market, but recent economic shifts in the UK prompted the BTMI to diversify its strategy, focusing heavily on the US market. Franklin highlighted the success of their airlift strategy, which included adding over 60,000 seats from the US during the 2025 winter season, including a direct flight to New York—a service absent for 14 years. This strategic move has not only increased visitor numbers but also altered the demographic profile of tourists, with a notable rise in Black American travelers, particularly from Atlanta and its feeder cities. American visitors tend to stay shorter durations (7-10 days) compared to UK tourists but spend more, contributing significantly to the local economy. Barbados also saw strong performances from the Caribbean market (70,984 visitors), Canada (59,332 visitors), and Europe (21,000 visitors), with emerging markets like Central and South America showing potential. Franklin emphasized the importance of these trends, noting that Barbados is not only attracting more visitors but also solidifying its position as a regional hub for airlift and tourism. Cruise tourism also saw a 24% year-on-year growth, with 599,826 passengers visiting between January and July 2025. The island’s accommodation sector is thriving, with 6,000 hotel rooms and over 13,000 vacation rental rooms, supported by 10 new hotel projects in the pipeline. Culinary offerings range from street food to fine dining, with over 400 eateries catering to diverse tastes. Barbados’ pristine beaches and calm waters remain a major draw, with over 80 beach spots enhancing its appeal. Additionally, the BTMI is launching a community tourism initiative, ‘Dine With A Bajan,’ this winter, allowing visitors to experience authentic Barbadian hospitality. Looking ahead, Barbados will commence year-long celebrations on December 1, 2025, leading up to its 60th anniversary of independence from Britain on November 30, 2026.
-
World Bank says Caribbean economies outpaced economies in Central America
The World Bank has emphasized the potential for Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) to overcome its persistent low-growth cycle by fostering entrepreneurship to drive job creation, enhance productivity, and accelerate innovation. In its latest report, titled ‘Latin America and the Caribbean Economic Review: Transformational Entrepreneurship for Jobs and Growth,’ the institution highlighted the region’s economic challenges, including stubborn inflation, rising debt, weak investment, and global uncertainty. These factors are projected to limit regional growth to 2.3% in 2025 and 2.6% in 2026, the slowest among global regions. Susana Cordeiro Guerra, World Bank Vice President for Latin America and the Caribbean, stressed the need for governments to build on recent stability by accelerating reforms to improve the business climate, invest in infrastructure, and mobilize private capital. The report identifies external challenges such as declining global demand and commodity prices, which are expected to drop by 10% in 2025 and another 5% in 2026, impacting key sectors. Domestically, high inflation and public debt, with the debt-to-GDP ratio rising to 63.8% in 2024, further constrain economic activity. The report advocates for ‘transformational entrepreneurship’—high-growth firms that diffuse technology, create jobs, and boost productivity—as a catalyst for economic dynamism. William Maloney, World Bank Chief Economist for Latin America and the Caribbean, underscored the role of entrepreneurs in identifying opportunities and driving innovation. However, the region faces significant barriers, including limited access to finance, heavy regulation, skills gaps, and weak infrastructure. To address these challenges, the report proposes a three-point agenda: investing in human capital, supporting policy and regulatory reforms, and expanding access to finance. By implementing these reforms, the World Bank believes LAC can foster entrepreneurship, fuel innovation, and build more competitive economies.
-
DTS Swim expands with new location
KINGSTON, Jamaica — DTS Swim, a renowned luxury swimwear brand, marked a significant milestone in its 10-year journey with the grand opening of its new store at Shop 9, 18 Balmoral Avenue. The launch event, held on Saturday, was a vibrant celebration attended by loyal customers and industry insiders. Owner Daniela Stona officially inaugurated the space at 12:30 pm, emphasizing the brand’s evolution and growth. “This larger space reflects our expanding offerings and upcoming collections,” Stona remarked, highlighting the brand’s commitment to innovation and excellence. Known for its custom-made designs inspired by Jamaican culture, DTS Swim has garnered a loyal following with pieces like ‘Feva’ and ‘Unda Wata.’ Guests praised the brand’s inclusivity and aesthetic appeal, with Davia Findlator describing the event as “beautiful and girly.” Pia Vonique Haynes commended the brand’s dedication to catering to diverse body types, while makeup artist Sashawna Harris, who shares the new space with DTS Swim, expressed pride in the turnout and the collaborative vibe. The event featured Frontera Rosé wine and a selection of appetisers, offering guests a taste of luxury while browsing the latest collections. DTS Swim continues to champion local fashion, with model Regina Scarlett noting its unique contribution to Jamaica’s swimwear scene. The brand’s offerings are available online at dtsswim.com, with in-store pickup options at the new location.
-
Sandals to begin designing new resort for St Vincent next year
KINGSTOWN, St Vincent — Sandals Resorts International (SRI) has unveiled plans to construct a $500 million Beaches resort in St Vincent, marking a significant milestone in the region’s tourism sector. The announcement was made by SRI CEO Adam Stewart during the signing of a multi-million dollar agreement with Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves. The resort, slated to feature 500 bedrooms, is expected to commence design work in 2026 and will employ nearly 2,000 Vincentians at full capacity.