Tag: Development

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The Grenadian diaspora: – ravaged by the coronavirus and what that means for Grenada’s economy

April 17, 2020

We are facing a global pandemic of epic and unprecedented proportions. The Grenadian diaspora is one of the many groups hurting but here’s why every Grenadian should be worried. According to world bank statistics, from 1896-2017, the Grenadian diaspora contributed an average of 25.04 million US dollars (~XCD 67 million) to Grenada’s economy with 48… Read More The Grenadian diaspora: – ravaged by the coronavirus and what that means for Grenada’s economy

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Diaspora Marketing- Unleashing the Power of the Diaspora for Building Caribbean Economies and Businesses

September 11, 2019

In a recent conversation with some friends from the Caribbean, the topic of brain drain arose (yes we are those kind of friends!). We were all university graduates who had migrated from the Caribbean, now living in Canada, with strong connections to our respective islands and a desire to make a difference in those islands.… Read More Diaspora Marketing- Unleashing the Power of the Diaspora for Building Caribbean Economies and Businesses

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5 Development Lessons for Caribbean economies from Mott Green, the Chocolatier

June 20, 2013

 Mott Green, born David Freidman was an activist, innovator, environmentalist – drawn to Grenada by the delicious taste of ‘Cocoa Tea’ a local favorite, rapidly became one of the island’s leading brand ambassadors until his tragic passing on June 1. Mr. Green founded the Grenada Chocolate Company in 1999 and in the fourteen years since,… Read More 5 Development Lessons for Caribbean economies from Mott Green, the Chocolatier