The Value with Kevin Valley

Ms. McKenzie is the founder and managing consultant of the Caribbean Mindfulness Institute (CMI). She received her mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) training from the University of California, San Diego, School of Medicine (UCSD), widely considered to be one of the preeminent thought and research leaders in the field of Mindfulness Studies. MBSR uses a combination of mindfulness meditation...

In this episode, we talk to Kerwyn Valley; CEO and majority owner of KCL Capital Market Brokers Limited, and Founder and  Managing Director of Aspire Fund Management  Company  Limited. Aspire is a small-cap private equity management company focused on growth-stage private sector investments throughout the Caribbean.  In  2004,  Kerwyn joined  AIC  Financial Group in Trinidad and Tobago to develop...

Nicole Greene is the founder and owner of Dream Life Distributors where she sells exquisite 18K fashion jewellery and genuine sterling silver for the sophisticated and fashion-forward lady.   She has been in business since 2003 and has been able to drive its evolution within that 15-year period. Nicole often draws from her natural talent of sincerely connecting with people to ensure they look and...

Here we take a deep dive into Social Innovation in the Creative Sector with Candice Lela Rolingson.   Candice is an accomplished innovator and business developer who’s always been passionate about tourism, creative industries, and technology. She has successfully launched ventures in film, fashion, beauty, wellness & lifestyle, in addition to facilitating business model development and brandin...

Kyle Lequay is a Sports Marketing and Business Development Specialist with over eleven years' experience in the industry.   As President of the Beach Soccer Association of Trinidad and Tobago, Kyle is responsible for the development and promotion of beach soccer in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Beach soccer has made significant advancements with Kyle at the helm, including generating sport...

In this episode, Kevin is joined by specially invited co-host Osei Wright-Alexis, and our featured guest; Hans Des Vignes, Owner of Hand-to-Hand Productions.   As a radio and television presenter, Hans Des Vignes is one of the most respected personalities in media in Trinidad and Tobago.   He has produced and worked on some of the top shows that promote soca in Trinidad and Tobago from hosting TV...

How do you go from looking at spreadsheets the whole day at your desk job, to traveling the world touring as the business manager for your favourite recording artists?   In this episode, Kevin is joined by specially invited co-host Emma Charles, and our featured guest; Andre Jeffers, Director & Co-Founder of Perception Management.   Andre is a graduate of Howard University (Washington DC) with...

Today is all about CASH FLOW - based on the famous Rich Dad, Poor Dad - authored by Robert Kiyosaki.   In this episode, Kevin is joined by specially invited co-host Emma Charles, and our featured guest; Roger Moore.     Roger Moore is a serial entrepreneur and investor with a passion for franchises that generate high monthly cash flows. Since 2005, Roger has embarked upon a personal mission to edu...

Sian Cuffy-Young has worked in the environmental field for over 13 years in two of the most challenging sectors in our industry - waste management and mining and have gained a wealth of experience there.   In this feature, Kevin is joined by co-host Zahra Alleyne, and location sponsor Irvin Davis of Davis Ecolife, as we discuss Social Entrepreneurship with Sian, through her company Siel Environmen...

In part 2 of this feature with Keron Rose of Droid Island, we discuss: Caribbean Smartphone Economics, The importance of passion, The future of Caribbean Mobile, Content Factory, The Shutterbug Smartphone Photography Movement, and Advice for Creatives.

More and more, IP and content-based businesses have been popping up as alternatives to conventional brick and mortar businesses.   In this 2-part feature, Kevin is joined by specially invited co-host Osei-Wright Alexis of Incentivize Networks, and our featured guest; Keron Rose, Mobile Expert and Founder of Droid Island.   Droid Island is a Caribbean based retail company that also provides the lat...

On Caribbean Power Lunch Podcast, we love to talk about going from #IdeaToAction. The inspirational (and sometimes transformational) entrepreneurs we interview always advise budding business owners to JUST GET STARTED.   But what about after we have started and proven our concept and want to go official?   How do we go about incorporating our business?   What measures do we need to put in place to...

Today, Kevin is joined by Salene Griffith as we sit and have a laugh with comedian Keevan "KEEVO" Lewis who has built his fame from the ground up by strategically using social media as a platform to not only showcase his comedic wit but also to create a business in and of himself.   In this episode, we discuss: Couple Up TT: Keevo's romance web series; The mission behind Keevo's comedy and why he...

Today we talk about bringing Silicon Valley to the Caribbean.   In this episode, Kevin is joined by specially invited co-host Osei-Wright Alexis of Incentivize Networks, and our featured guest; Kyle Maloney - Co-Founder of Tech Beach Retreat, ChefMade, Nous Tech, and F1RST Media.   Technology and Entrepreneurship have the power to catapult the Caribbean Region. Tech Beach is bridging the gap betwe...

In this episode, Kevin is joined by guest host Zahra Alleyne, and our featured guests - Gregory Sydney (Founder) and Carissa Daniel (Consultant Team Lead) of Quick Delivery SLU.   Quick Delivery specializes in saving customers time and providing them with convenience through the delivery of: Restaurant Food, Groceries, Medication, Bill Payment & Courier Services. Today we discuss: How the Quic...

Today, Kevin is rejoined by Branding Consultant, Jamila Bannister as we discuss:   Her new website and branding academy, Getting the most value out of your website, Going from being invisible to being influential, The Sponsorship Environment and how it has changed, Methods of collecting data on potential customers, and How to be consistent with your social media engagement without being annoying....

Today we get straight to the point.   In this episode, Kevin is joined by Toni Thorne, founder, and host of The Toni Thorne Show, which is broadcast in over 30 countries as well as on social media.     She is an award-winning young entrepreneur & Barbados National Youth Awardee with degrees in Economics, Accounting and Law.   She was the first person of African or Caribbean descent to sit on t...

Today, we spread love to the St. Lucian family as Kevin is joined by guest host Salene Griffith and our featured guest - Rankin Morgan,  widely known as the award-winning founder and publisher of DAZZLE Magazine.   The Dazzle Magazine is a free bi-monthly publication that features young professionals and entrepreneurs. The magazine aims to inspire and empower St. Lucian and Caribbean youth.   The...

Today we talk about the future landscape of the cashless economy.   In this episode, Kevin is joined by guest host Salene Griffith and featured guests - Dunstan Lodge Jr. and Jo-Anne Lodge; the husband and wife team of Barter plus.   Barter plus is the first cashless trade exchange platform in T&T, with a mission to establish and grow the cashless trade exchange business in Trinidad and Tobago...

Today we talk tech.   In this episode, Kevin is joined by Elena Dyer, a serial entrepreneur and founder of #TechBae.   #TechBae is a conference series that showcases women who have used technology in their diverse industries, as a vehicle for disruption and innovation.   This episode features a discussion of Elena's past technology-inspired entrepreneurial ventures including:   Futech Services Co...

Few of us can really appreciate the amount of planning, hard work, and science that goes into producing a truly memorable event - be it a Sports Day, Christmas Gala, Party, etc.   In this Season 1 finale, Kevin is joined by guest host Salene Griffith and Brendon Brathwaite - Founder and Managing Director of BUZZ Concepts Ltd, as he schools us on everything that goes into providing positive, long-l...

Today we talk about renewable energy and how we can get started on reducing our carbon footprint and saving on our electricity bills.   In this episode, I am joined by guest hosts Zahra Alleyne and Kamilah Evans, and our featured guest Mr. Irvin Davis of Davis Ecolife.   Davis Ecolife sees embracing renewable energy as the way forward for upcoming generations. The company is of the view that the r...

Today, we map out the architecture of personal and business branding with our featured guest - Jamila Bannister, Lead Consultant and Founder of J Bannister Branding Consultancy ("JBBC").   JBBC is a branding service company offering training and workshops on branding and strategy. Here, Jamila coaches clients on how to manage all forms of personal output to align with life goals and how to use thi...

Today, we talk about the business of fruit wine and how to develop a wine that tastes like home.   In this episode, I am joined by guest host Alicia Cooper - my colleague at Aspire Fund Management Company Limited, and our featured guest - Laura Superville, Owner and Founder of 11 Degrees North Boutique Wines.   11 Degrees North is a boutique winery which produces tropical fruit wines. As a boutiqu...

Today, we talk about building a luxury brand in the cosmetics industry.   In this episode, I am joined by guest host Zahra Alleyne, audience member Kieran Valley-Gordon, and our featured guest - Kathryn Nurse, Creative Director and CEO of Immortelle Beauty.  Kathryn is on a mission of creating beauty products of a luxurious and international standard for Caribbean Women   Topics Discussed: From Bi...