2018 Annual Post Budget Analysis Meeting

We would like to thank our sponsors for the Annual Post Budget Analysis Meeting  2018: First Citizens, EY Trinidad, bmobile, Agostini, Atlantic Lng, The Trinidad and Tobago Unit Trust Corporation and Trinidad and Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago International Financial Centre. The T&T Chamber’s Post Budget Analysis Breakfast Meeting was concluded on 2nd October, 2018 at Movietowne’s Conference and Banquet Centre. This highly informative and engaging event featured the Honourable Colm Imbert, Minister of Finance; Mr. Anthony Paul Energy Consultant and Strategist; Mr. Brian Jahra, Chairman – Giant Screen Entertainment Ltd; Wade George, Tax Managing Partner, EY and moderating was Jason Julien, Deputy CEO, Business Generation, First Citizens This event was recorded and will be available on the Business Insights library here. The cost is TT$250.00 per view. Our photography collage will be available to view on our Facebook page Key areas discussed were:
  • The Petrotrin Decision and Its Consequences
  • Business Incentives – Property tax and its impact on businesses
  • The SME Stock Exchange
  • The Revenue Authority and Collection
  • Workforce Productivity
  We encourage you to visit our Business Insights library for this event and all of our training events http://ttchamber.wpengine.com/e-services/e-learning-series/webinar-workshops/on-demand/

Champions of Business 2017

The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce sincerely thanks everyone who made Champions of Business Award Ceremony and Gala Cocktail Reception 2017 the tremendous success it was, in recognition of excellence and outstanding performance in business!

Saturday November 11, 2017 at the National Academy for the Performing Arts (NAPA) was truly a memorable night, attended and enjoyed by members of the business community, entrepreneurs, government officials, captains of industry, family, friends and well-wishers.

Special thanks to our Exclusive Category Platinum Investors: EY and First Citizens, and to all our generous sponsors! To all our distinguished inductees, awardees and winners… Congratulations!

Business Hall of Fame Inductees 2017

  • Dr. Rupert Indar, Sr. – Southern Medical Clinic
  • Lall Paladee (posthumous) – Pennywise Cosmetics Limited

Internationally Known… T&T Owned Company of the Year Award, sponsored by First Citizens – Winner

  • Bermudez Biscuit Company Limited

Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year, sponsored by EY – Winner

  • Jules Sobion, Caesar’s Army Limited

Special Award – Start-up Entrepreneur – Winner

  • Cheryl-Ann Baptiste & Nigel Jordan, Twigs Naturals Limited

Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year – Finalists

  • Ryan Perkins, Building Spaces Limited
  • Melissa Moseley & Marklan Moseley, Sweet Nothings Edible Arrangements

Special Award – Start-up Entrepreneur -Finalists

  • Dominique Lewis, Amare Probiotics Limited
  • Tobye Gill & Shoma Persad, Tobye and Shoma
  • Stefanie Thavenot & Alix Fitzwilliam, Sweet Beet Juice Company

PLEASE CLICK ON COMMEMORATIVE BOOKLET TO VIEW 

Post Budget Analysis Meeting 2017

Our Post-Budget Analysis Meeting is the usually the first to be hosted and has become the most recognized review session to take place on the morning immediately following the Budget Presentation in Parliament. Some notable features are: The Minister of Finance attends and delivers the Feature Address; We feature a Panel of Professionals with backgrounds in Economics, Banking, Labour, Finance, Criminology, Business Strategy etc. who give expert overview and outlook on our economy; the Q&A segment offers the live and online audience the opportunity to engage the Minister and members of the Panel.

Leaders Build 2017 in collaboration with Habitat for Humanity

Constructing Houses… Creating Homes On Sunday March 19, 2017, the T&T Chamber partnered with the T&T Chapter of Habitat for Humanity in an initiative titled “Leaders Build 2017”. Representatives of the T&T Chamber Board of Directors, Management, staff and its Membership used the opportunity to lend helpful hands to assist a deserving family in the completion of their home. It was a fun-filled day, at the end of which a beautiful garden was planted and a home was spruced up and painted. “A home is heart, soul and love”, said the home-owner as he expressed gratitude for the assistance. Special thanks go out to Habitat for Humanity for the experience of the joy of service to the community. We encourage corporate Trinidad and Tobago and members of the public in general to become more involved in volunteerism. It’s a great way to give back, while building a better nation – even if it takes one home at a time!

6th Caribbean Facilities Management Conference & Expo 2017

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The Facilities Management and Maintenance Committee of the Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce hosts the 6th Caribbean Facilities Management Conference & Expo 2017.



This year’s event theme is – “In Praise of FM: Delivering Value in Uncertain Times”.



Based on your feedback and concerns you’ve shared with us, we’ve decided to make a few adjustments to this year’s Conference. Instead of two days, the Conference will now be hosted on ONE VALUE-PACKED DAY… Wednesday May 17, 2017 from 8.00 AM to 5.00 PM.



Targeted mainly towards professionals involved in the management, maintenance, sustainability of buildings, facilities and infrastructure, Business Continuity and Risk Management, this Conference is a MUST attend!



Join hundreds of like-minded professionals, leading suppliers and industry experts, and learn from top-tier speakers guaranteed to engage and share valuable tips and knowledge about global developments and best practices in FM.



WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

  • Gain key competencies so you can deliver more value to your organisation
  • Improve your facility management costs and your operational efficiency
  • Enhance and supplement your knowledge in specific areas of FM best practices
  • Gain new ways of thinking to drive success in your role as core FM professional or if you are in an adjunct role


This year’s Keynote Speaker is:

Thomas-Mitchell

Thomas “Tom” L. Mitchell, Jr
CFM, CFMJ, IFMA Fellow

Other Speakers include:

The Honourable Camille Robinson-Regis, MP
Minister of Planning and Development
(Conference Day One)


SAVE THE DATE: Wednesday May 17 2017 |The Regency Ballroom, Hyatt Regency Trinidad, Port of Spain | 8.00AM to 5.00PM


WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
ACMV Engineers | Asset Managers | Building Managers | Building Owners | Consulting Engineers | Emergency Managers | Energy Managers | Estate Management Professionals Facilities Managers | Health and Safety Managers | Maintenance Engineers | Maintenance Managers | Material Managers | Office Managers | Operations Managers | Plants Engineers and Technicians | Plant Managers | Production Managers | Project & Property Owners/Managers | Purchasing Managers | QA/QC Managers | Security Managers | Special Ops Managers


ADMISSION:

TT$1995 + VAT

*Early Bird and Group Discounts available

 



FOR REGISTRATION & ATTENDANCE:
Early bird discounts of 5% apply, so register by March 31, 2017 to take advantage of this great offer!



Contact: Mrs. Sharmin Boodoo – (868) 637-6966 x 1252 | [email protected]



FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
Sponsorship options can be tailored to suit your corporate needs. To enhance your brand awareness and visibility, and reach out to a wide database of established and emerging industry professionals, call us today to explore these opportunities!



Contact:
Ms. Hadassah Farrell – (868) 637-6966 x 1285 | [email protected]
Ms. Lauren Maynard-Edwards – (868) 637-6966 x 1239 | [email protected]



BE AN EXHIBITOR
The benefits are greater than just visibility when you opt to display your product/service at the Conference. Call today to find out more about brand exposure, before during and after the event!



Contact: Ms. Hadassah Farrell – (868) 637-6966 x 1285 | [email protected]

Champions of Business 2016 – Awardees

CONGRATULATIONS TO CHAMPIONS OF BUSINESS  WINNERS 2016

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Now in its 12th year, Champions of Business is firmly established as a signature annual event hosted by the Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce. Dedicated primarily to celebrating the outstanding and exemplary contributions of local business leaders, it is intended to inspire emerging leaders to take risks and strive for excellence and quality standards in business.

Originally titled the Business Hall of Fame, it was hosted for some nine years prior to being re-branded as Champions of Business in its 10th year.

Champions of Business includes three categories which are as follows: The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce’ Business Hall of Fame, Internationally Known…T&T Owned Company of the Year, sponsored by First Citizens, and EY Entrepreneur of the Year TM (Master and Emerging).

T&T Chamber Initial Response to The Fiscal Package 2017 National Budget

In an immediate review of the Fiscal Package 2017, the Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce has been left with mixed reactions to this year’s budget presentation. We acknowledge, firstly, the Minister’s attempt to address several long-standing issues that have been recurring over time