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You’ve got a creative idea that may have the potential to generate loads of cash for you!. One problem though, you’re not quite sure how to turn your creative idea into a business. Joining me now to discuss how to turn your creative idea into a profitable business we have Owner of  KarnivalbyKandi and StockingbyKandi, Kandi King. https://kalilahreynolds.com/programmes/moneymoves Visit EXIM Ba...

On this episode of Taking Stock, Jamaica’s first Data Science and Artificial Intelligence company, StarApple is on a mission to make Jamaica the global hub of technology innovation. We’ll find out how from CEO of StarApple AI, Adrian Dunkley. And THE ANALYSTS weigh in on the latest market developments. It’s Earnings Season – What’s On the Horizon for investors? And Berger Paints Jamaica is still b...

The arts and cultural business is a multi- billion dollar industry in the US raking in $919 billion dollars . Well that’s according to figures recorded in 2019 by the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies . How much is Jamaica’s creative industry earning annually and how has the industry helped to develop artists from different parts of the island? Joining me now discuss we have Createch Progra...

One of the largest tech firms in the Caribbean, Productive Business Solutions (PBS) is issuing USD and JMD cumulative redeemable preference shares. Shares are priced at 10 US dollars with quarterly dividends at 9-point-25 percent… And 1000 Jamaican dollars with quarterly dividends at 10-point-5 percent. We’ll explain what this all means, and whether this could be a good investment for you. And THE...

Today’s topic: Should someone’s social media presence affect whether they are hired or whether they are disciplined? On Team YES, Director at Human Resource Management Association of Jamaica ( HRMAJ ) and General Manager of Corporate Services at EXIM Bank, Colin Ebanks. And on Team Opposition, we have CEO of Ttech, Chris Reckord. Comment below and let us know who won! The winner will be announced...

One on One is the latest company ready to go public through an initial public offer, IPO. The company is seeking to raise 380-hundred million dollars priced at 1-dollar a share. The offer is set to open Friday, August 12. Founder and CEO of One on One , Ricardo Allen, will join me. And THE ANALYSTS weigh in on the latest market developments… We’ll hear the analysts' thoughts on One-on One’s upcomi...

Last week Chair of the PSOJ Corporate Governance Committee, Camille Facey started telling us about Jamaica’s new corporate governance code and how it works in your companies best interest to follow. This week she’ll continue unveiling all you need to know. Join me in welcoming back PSOJ’s Camille Facey. https://kalilahreynolds.com/programmes/moneymoves Visit EXIM Bank's Business Advisory Service a...

Inflation has slowed for the past two months and Jamaica's unemployment rate has hit a new historical low, WOW! Director  General at the Statistical Institute of Jamaica , STATIN, Carol Coy will join us. And THE ANALYSTS weigh in on the latest market developments…TransJamaican Highway First Quarter results for the period ending March 31, 2022 is out. how did they perform? And Finance Minister...

Every business should practice  Corporate Governance as this ensures your company is being run efficiently.  But does Jamaica have a corporate governance code and if yes, what should your business do to ensure you’re not in breach of this code? Joining me now to discuss Jamaica’s 2021 Corporate Governance Code, we have Chair of the PSOJ Corporate Governance Committee, Camille Facey. http...

You’re in the business of manufacturing or maybe you’re an exporter, how do you weather recent threats of a recession both locally and internationally? Joining me now to discuss how prepared both the manufacturing and export sector is to combat a global recession we have Senator the Honourable Aubyn Hill, Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce. https://kalilahreynolds.com/programmes/moneymo...

Can you believe that half a year has flown by already? Some of your favourite companies have listed on The Jamaica Stock Exchange and a couple more are to list by the end of the year. JSE’s online trading platform Jtrader Pro has also been in the news for issues that resulted in investors being denied access to the platform. Managing Director of the Jamaica Stock Exchange, Dr. Marlene Street Forre...

How many of you actually know what the Business Process Outsourcing industry most commonly known as the BPO sector does? Why have many people worked at a BPO or “call centre” at least once in their life and how will this sector weather a global recession? Joining me now to discuss the BPO sector and the economy, we have Senator the Honourable Aubyn Hill, Minister of Industry, Investment and Commer...

Cinema operator Palace Amusement was heavily impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. Well Prime Minister Andrew Holness lifted curfew measures in March during his contribution to the 2022/23 budget debate. Has Palace Amusement benefited from the reopening of the economy? And THE ANALYSTS weigh in on the latest market developments… Ciboney Group has lost its preferred bidder who had a vested interest in...

Welcome to “Your Business Matters”, a new series brought to you by EXIM Bank.  It’s a debate geared towards “Bringing Thought-Leaders together with thought-provoking ideas and methods on business matters to help grow your business.” Today’s topic: When starting a business, is it more important to do something you’re passionate about OR fulfill a need in the market?  Lisandra Rickards, Fo...

Create’s stock price hit an all time high of 3-dollars in April, following several big announcements. They’ve acquired a majority stake in E-Commerce Company, GetPaid…. And been approved by the Development Bank of Jamaica as a Business Development Organization. And we hear they have some more big news coming up! Founder and CEO Tyrone Wilson will join us! And THE ANALYSTS weigh in on the latest ma...

By now, you must have seen the ads for Flow’s Yaad and Road promotion. It’s exactly what it sounds like - internet at home and on mobile in one convenient package!  It’s great if you often find yourself working on the road, but you still need a reliable connection at yuh yaad. So let’s link up with Senior Marketing Director at Flow, Sara Martins de Oliveira, to learn more. LET’S GET THIS MONE...

Tik Tok is the easiest way to go viral. So why aren’t businesses taking advantage of this opportunity? Joining me now to discuss why Tik Tok is beneficial to your online marketing strategy, we have Online Business Strategist, Keron Rose . https://kalilahreynolds.com/programmes/moneymoves Visit EXIM Bank's Business Advisory Service at: https://eximbankja.com IG: @eximbankja Giving you the tools to...

We’re doing things a little differently! It's an all-Analysts show with some new faces! First up, Dolla’s  IPO triggered the JSE’s circuit breaker last week, but do you know how the rule works? We’ll get a breakdown. Inflation dipped for the first time in three months. And overseas, US housing rates are at an all time high. We’ll discuss. And then, it's Ask the Analysts! What do you want to k...

During a pandemic, should you invest more money in sales or marketing? It’s debate time and you choose the winner! On Team Marketing - Everod Wilson, Commercial Director at Rainforest Caribbean. And on Team Sales is Duane Lue-Fong, Executive Chairman of TGL Group. Comment below and let us know who won! The winner will be announced on social media! Visit EXIM Bank's Business Advisory Service at: ht...

Fontana is opening a new location in Portmore next year. Will it be as posh as the Waterloo location? And how will it affect their bottom line? Chairman of Fontana, Kevin O’Brien Chang, is our guest. And THE ANALYSTS weigh in on the latest market developments… Scotia Group's Q2 results are out. How did they perform? JMMB Group is exploring with JAMDEX, Jamaica’s new digital currency. And US econom...

Previously on our last Money Moves episode we revealed some data that by 2025 , Millennials are expected to account for three- quarters of the global workforce, so what does this mean for the tourism industry? Joining me now to discuss why the tourism industry should start catering to the millennium consumer, we have Tourism Minister, Edmund Bartlett https://kalilahreynolds.com/programmes/moneymov...

Micro Financing Solutions has finally completed its acquisition of SSL Venture Capital, now owning a 79% stake…but what are they going to do with it? We’ll find out from the Director of MFS Group and SSLVC, Dino Hinds. And THE ANALYSTS weigh in on the latest market developments… The Dolla IPO allotments are out and they’re tiny! Carib Cement is declaring its first dividend after 17 years! Ciboney'...

It’s been a while since we’ve caught up with the terrific trio at Pulse. Last year, we got an exclusive look behind the curtain at Pulse’s diverse portfolio. We caught up with the Chairman and Managing Directors recently to get an update on the company’s overall performance. Guests: Kingsley Cooper- Chairman, Pulse Investments Romae Gordon – Managing Director of Fashion and Lifestyle, Pulse Safia...

According to US based research centre, Pew Research, by 2025 , Millennials are expected to account for three- quarters of the global workforce, so what does this mean for future purchasing power? Joining me now to discuss why manufacturers should start catering to the millennium customers we have Former President of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association, JMEA, Metry Seaga. https://ka...

With interest rates rising rapidly, a food shortage warning,  a looming US recession and a 5th wave of COVID-19 in Jamaica, what’s Jamaica’s outlook for the future? And is the BOJ making the right decision to raise interest rates yet again? Bank of Jamaica Governor, Richard Byles, will face your tough questions. And THE ANALYSTS weigh in on the latest market developments… The Dolla Financial...