Mind Your Business

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Jahkera Tucker and Dashaé Simons, Owners of Peace by Piece Puzzles, about turning memories into personalised keepsakes, building a Bermuda-inspired product business, and their journey through the BEDC Vendor Academy.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Yinka Bartley of Yunique Nails and Body about building a handcrafted skincare brand in Bermuda, the BEDC Vendor Academy experience, and the journey from passion to product.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Kacee Morton-Simons, Owner of Metanoia Psychological Services, about building a psychology practice in Bermuda, making mental health accessible, and running a business rooted in healing.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Jaime Ramsay, Owner of BrandIt Bermuda, about building a premier marketing collateral business and what it takes to help Bermuda's businesses show up at their best.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge sits down with Richard Beverley and Kurtis Wright, Co-Founders of Block Infrastructure, on digital asset compliance, pre-event screening, and what the future of regulated financial infrastructure looks like.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Dr. Lucy and Mark Richardson of CedarTree Vets. They talk about building a mobile veterinary practice in Bermuda, the philosophy behind putting the animal first, and what it takes to grow a business rooted in care.

Nandi Outerbridge built Bananas Party into an award-winning, full-service events business serving clients from around the world, right from the island of Bermuda. This week, she joins Jamillah on Mind Your Business to talk about the journey, the lessons, and what it takes to turn celebrations into a thriving brand.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Minister of Economy and Labour, Hon. Jason Hayward, during Economic Development Week. They discuss Bermuda's national economic strategy, the barriers facing local businesses, and what the path forward looks like for entrepreneurs and young people.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Vanessa Bartley, founder of Scar Care Studio, about building a paramedical tattoo business in Bermuda and the journey behind bringing consent-centered scar care to the island.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge sits down with Lashuna Smith, Owner of Cognoscent & Co., to talk about building a luxury candle and scent brand in Bermuda and what it takes to turn a passion into a sustainable business.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Ahmani Peet, CEO of Ahmani’s Cookie Company, about growing his business in Bermuda, the lessons he has learned, and how his perspective on the autism spectrum shapes his journey.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Adrienne Smatt of Adrienne Smatt Designs about building a creative business through calligraphy, custom design, and handcrafted work.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Adrienne Smatt of Adrienne Smatt Designs about building a creative business through calligraphy, custom design, and handcrafted work.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with George Simons, Founder of BDA Home Pros, about building a platform that connects Bermuda with trusted home improvement professionals.

This week on Mind Your Business, host Jamillah Lodge sits down with Quayunte Watson, Founder of Gombey Isle, to talk culture, craft, and what it takes to build a sustainable product business in Bermuda.

Lynette Mills turned a passion for cooking into a full catering business. In this episode, Jamillah Lodge speaks with the owner of B's Soulfood about growth, culture, and what it really takes to build a food business in Bermuda.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Ben Edwards, owner of Scoville’s Secrets Sauce, about building a proudly Bermudian hot sauce brand. He shares how it started, what goes into the flavours, and what growth looks like next.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Vurnell Ball, Founder of Bermuda Sensory Company, about her sensory support rental service and the journey to bring it to life. She shares what it will offer and how practical tools can support focus and regulation at home, school, and work.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Darin Minors, Founder and CEO of FlowAI Bermuda, about smart automation for small and mid-sized businesses. He shares what FlowAI offers and how automation can save time, reduce errors, and support growth.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with brothers Kenyatta Tucker and Olatunji Tucker, co-founders of Funky Bros Collectibles, about turning their passion for collectibles into a side business. They share what they offer and what it has taken to grow the brand in Bermuda.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Lorene Phillips, Principal at Sandler, about Entrepreneur Excellence, a one-day sales boot camp designed to help entrepreneurs sharpen their sales skills, strengthen their messaging, and handle objections with confidence.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Danielle Paynter, Director of Corporate Affairs at Bacardi, about the 4th Annual Bacardi Black-Owned Vendor Market and why it matters for Bermuda’s entrepreneurs. She also shares how the initiative helps Black-owned Bermudian businesses reach new customers and grow.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Ondreyah Rochester, BEDC MSME Officer and lead for the Small Business Expo, about how the 4th Annual Expo can help you start or strengthen your entrepreneurial journey, connect with the right support, and plan practical next steps for 2026.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge speaks with Kamel Dickinson, Founder of Echelon, about his entrepreneurial journey, his vision for community-centered fitness, and what winning the People’s Choice Award at the Wave of Opportunity meant for his growth.

This week on Mind Your Business, Jamillah Lodge talks with Antonia Holder, Founder of DigiRoo, about supporting children’s digital wellness and creating healthier tech habits at home. She shares how the DigiRoo began and what her recent Wave of Opportunity win means for her journey.