JAMPRO Message from
It is with great pride and a sense of accomplishment that I congratulate the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) on the successful staging of Expo Jamaica 2025. The staging of this year’s flagship event proved to be a powerful platform that continues to showcase the strength, creativity, and export readiness of Jamaican goods and services.
JAMPRO was honoured to once again lead and execute the Buyer Recruitment Programme, which to date has yielded impressive results. This year, we proudly facilitated over 450 business to business meetings between Jamaican exporters and buyers, including over 150 international buyers. Of note, JAMPRO successfully introduced buyers from new markets from Thailand, Japan and Uganda to our suppliers.
These outcomes demonstrate the strong
global commercial interest in Brand Jamaica and the competitiveness of our local exporters, while also reaffirming Expo Jamaica’s vital role as a tool in the expansion of our international market reach and delivering real, measurable impact.
Looking ahead, JAMPRO is already laying the groundwork to make our contribution to the next staging of Expo Jamaica even bigger, better, and more impactful. We remain committed to working closely with the JMEA and all stakeholders to deepen buyer engagement, strengthen business linkages, and secure even greater export opportunities and local linkages for the producers of Jamaican goods and services.
To the exceptional JAMPRO team, our local and international partners, and the outstanding Jamaican companies who participated, including those from our
Sponsor’s Message JPS
JPS congratulates the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) and its partners on the 49th staging of Expo Jamaica 2025, the premier exhibition and trade show in the English-speaking Caribbean. As the official Energy Partner, we are proud to power this significant event, which brings together local entrepreneurs and businesses, advancing the vision of making Jamaica the ideal place to live, work, raise families, and do business.
At JPS, we believe that reliable and sustainable energy is the foundation upon which businesses thrive. We are committed to supporting the development of Brand Jamaica and its industries by
investing in innovative, state-of-the-art technologies to enhance grid reliability and integrate more renewables into our fleet for cleaner energy. These efforts are designed to deliver a dependable energy solution that empowers Jamaicans, supports businesses as they scale, and contributes to achieving Jamaica’s national energy goals by 2030.
We are excited to support the ingenuity of all participants at Expo Jamaica 2025 and look forward to the exceptional products and services that will help strengthen Jamaica’s presence on the global stage.
HUGH GRANT PRESIDENT & CEO – JPS
Export Max Programme —thank you for your partnership and commitment to Jamaica’s economic growth.
SHULLETTE COX PRESIDENT, JAMPRO
MANPOWER & MAINTENANCE SERVICES LIMITED
Manpower & Maintenance Services Ltd. (MMS) was proud to be the official cleaning and sanitation sponsor for Expo Jamaica 2025, hosted by the JMEA
Our role ensured a hygienic, safe, professional, and innovative environment that helped exhibitors shine and business connections flourish.
Beyond sanitation, we contributed to meaningful engagement, business development, supported economic growth, and celebrated local innovation and networking.
The expo offered an incredible platform for Jamaican businesses to attract
investment and showcase their potential on the regional and global stage.
We’re honoured to have played a significant part in the event’s success.
Thank you to all who connected with us, we look forward to future collaborations that drive innovation and help build a more competitive and successful Jamaica.
DON GITTENS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER MANPOWER & MAINTENANCE SERVICES LIMITED
Sponsor’s Message GRACE FOODS
Grace Foods is proud to partner with the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) in presenting Expo Jamaica, a highly anticipated annual event dedicated to advancing local industries and creating new economic opportunities. This partnership highlights our mutual dedication to promoting innovation, empowering local businesses, and advancing sustainable growth within Jamaica’s vibrant economy.
As a proudly Jamaican company, Grace Foods aligns closely with Expo Jamaica’s mission to promote local manufacturing, export, and entrepreneurship. Our initiatives reflect this alignment through continuous investment in local farmers and our six local factories, ensuring the highest quality products that proudly carry the “Made in Jamaica” seal. By working together, we are strengthening Jamaica’s position as a hub for exceptional products and services on the global stage.
Over the years, Grace Foods has achieved key milestones alongside Expo Jamaica, from showcasing innovative product lines to expanding export opportunities that open doors for Jamaica’s global competitiveness. These efforts demonstrate our commitment to the development of the local manufacturing sector.
As we look towards 2025, Grace Foods remains committed to empowering local industries and driving economic growth. We invite you to visit our Food Court at Expo Jamaica and experience the best of Jamaican cuisine. Taste our delicious products, including our new honey jerk seasoning and line of BBQ sauces. Let’s celebrate the ingenuity, resilience, and excellence that define Brand Jamaica.
FRANK JAMES CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER GRACE FOODS
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At Scotiabank, we are excited to once again collaborate with Expo Jamaica, which has provided a gateway for local businesses to showcase their goods and services, connect with key stakeholders and expand their reach. This partnership aligns with our commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and business operators - a mission we have championed for over a century. Scotiabank has also crafted programmes such as the Scotiabank Vision Achiever Program, which offers world-class training for business growth, and the Scotiabank Women Initiative, which has extended over $3 billion to female entrepreneurs in under three years. We continue to fuel business success and in 2024, we provided
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an additional $12.6 billion in loans, a 12% increase from the previous year— demonstrating our unwavering support for Jamaica’s commercial sector.
With the best-in-class commercial solutions and our excellent cadre of business bankers, we remain dedicated to helping businesses achieve their goals, grow and attain financial success. We look forward to another 135 years of empowering Jamaican enterprises and hope to be with Jamaica for every future!
MRS. AUDREY TUGWELL HENRY PRESIDENT AND CEO SCOTIA GROUP JAMAICA
Sponsor’s Message CIBC
CIBC Caribbean is proud to be a Gold Sponsor of Expo Jamaica 2025, an event that continues to elevate Jamaica on a global stage. As a leading financial partner, we are committed to supporting the growth and success of local businesses across industries.
This year’s theme, ‘Global Partnership, Local Impact, Advancing Jamaica’s Reach,’ aligns with our mission to provide financial solutions, strategic partnerships, and digital tools that empower businesses to thrive and compete internationally.
We reaffirm our dedication to Jamaica’s Vision 2030 and a more resilient economy through our ongoing support for key sectors. We commend JMEA and JAMPRO for their leadership in driving this transformation.
We look forward to engaging with you throughout Expo Jamaica 2025. Let’s innovate, collaborate, and build a stronger Jamaica—because we are Stronger Together.
Thank you!
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Sponsor’s Message THE DEVELOPMENT BANK OF JAMAICA
The Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ) is proud to support Expo Jamaica, the nation’s premier platform for showcasing local innovation and entrepreneurship. As Jamaica’s development finance institution, we are dedicated to driving business expansion, strengthening key industries and fostering long-term economic resilience.
Expo Jamaica embodies the ingenuity and resilience of our people, and the DBJ remains steadfast in equipping businesses with the financial resources and technical expertise needed to compete and succeed in both local and international markets. Through strategic financing solutions, capacity-building programmes,
and targeted support for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), we continue to champion sustainable growth, job creation and economic development.
We commend the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association and all stakeholders for their dedication to this remarkable event. Let us continue to build a stronger, more prosperous Jamaica together.
DR. DAVID LOWE, PH.D. MANAGING DIRECTOR DEVELOPMENT
BANK OF JAMAICA
Sponsor’s Message ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES LIMITED
Access Financial Services extends heartfelt congratulations to the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association on the resounding success of Expo Jamaica 2025. This year’s staging once again demonstrated the immense value of strategic partnerships in driving real impact for Jamaica’s business community.
As we mark our 25th anniversary, it was a privilege to participate in this milestone edition of Expo Jamaica—an event that continues to be a powerful platform for innovation, opportunity, and growth. Through our Champions of Small Business initiative, Access proudly supported four of our business loan customers, giving them the visibility and connections
needed to scale. The results have been remarkable: increased sales, valuable leads, and greater brand awareness.
We thank the JMEA for championing local enterprise and look forward to continued collaboration as we work together to uplift Jamaica’s MSMEs and strengthen our economic future.
Warmest congratulations on another excellent staging.
HUGH CAMPBELL CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER ACCESS FINANCIAL SERVICES
Sponsor’s Message FEDEX JAMAICA
FedEx is a proud sponsor of Expo Jamaica 2025. As the world’s largest express transportation company, our mission is to provide logistics, transportation, and information services that meet our customers’ needs and support global commerce. While FedEx is a large company with nearly 500,000 employees across 220 countries and territories, it is important to highlight that we live and work in this community and our team members are part of the fabric of the island. We understand the importance of supporting local businesses as it fosters economic growth, creates jobs
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and promotes the unique products and services Jamaica offers to the world. We are committed to continuing to expand our transportation capabilities in Jamaica, and the implementation of new solutions to transport your parcel and freight shipments to and from Jamaica. We look forward to interacting and invite you to visit our booth to learn more about our capabilities.
ANTHONY HALL SENIOR MANAGER OF OPERATIONS FEDEX JAMAICA
THE BEST DRESSED CHICKEN
The Best Dressed Chicken stands where innovation meets action - showing how today’s businesses must transform ideas into real progress that builds sustainable growth for Jamaica’s economy. In these changing times, our Jamaican identity reminds us that when we honor our roots while reaching for global excellence, we create something truly remarkable.
From our beginnings to becoming a regional leader, we’ve seen firsthand what’s possible when Jamaican businesses dream big. By bringing together partners across all sectors - from family farms to major suppliers - we’ve built a community where opportunity flows through every level of our agricultural family.
As we continue our journey across the Caribbean and into American markets, we carry Jamaica’s spirit with both determination and dignity. This expansion represents more than business growthit’s about showing the world Jamaican excellence while giving our people abroad that genuine taste of home they remember.
At Expo 2025, we move forward together - where innovation opens doors, quality stands tall, and Jamaican products take their rightful place on the world stage.
DAVE FAIRMAN VICE PRESIDENT THE BEST DRESSED CHICKEN
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MAYBERRY INVESTMENTS LIMITED
Mayberry Investments Limited is proud to be a Silver Sponsor and exhibitor at EXPO Jamaica 2025. This distinguished event reflects the strength, innovation, and resilience of Jamaica’s business community, and we are hououred to partner with the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) in advancing economic growth and global competitiveness.
For four decades, Mayberry has been at the forefront of financial empowerment and investment opportunities. Our commitment to EXPO Jamaica underscores our core values of partnership, progress, and prosperity. We recognize that a dynamic private sector is the cornerstone of national development, and we are dedicated to delivering tailored financial solutions that
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enable businesses to scale, innovate, and thrive on the international stage.
As a trusted financial partner, we remain steadfast in fueling growth through bespoke solutions, from equity financing to strategic investment advisory. By empowering local enterprises and entrepreneurs, we are helping to build a more prosperous Jamaica and a forwardthinking Jamaica.
Together, we are poised to create a future marked by bondless opportunities and enduring success.
PATRICK BATAILLE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
MAYBERRY INVESTMENTS LIMITED
SAGICOR GROUP
JAMAICA
At Sagicor Group Jamaica, we believe the heartbeat of a strong economy lies in the factories and export hubs powering national growth. That’s why we are proud to support the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) and its mission to champion local enterprise— especially through dynamic platforms like Expo Jamaica 2025.
As a leading financial institution, we recognise the dedication, resilience, and innovation that drive our manufacturing and export sectors. The JMEA continues to play a critical role in nurturing this growth and enabling Jamaican businesses to compete and thrive.
At Sagicor, we share this vision. Our partnership with the JMEA reflects a joint commitment to economic empowerment and sustainable development. We are proud to stand with the leaders and innovators shaping Jamaica’s future.
Expo Jamaica 2025 is a celebration of the Jamaican industry, and we salute the JMEA for its steadfast leadership and another successful staging!
CHRISTOPHER ZACCA PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER SAGICOR GROUP JAMAICA
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Sponsor’s Message FOSRICH
FosRich is proud to once again partner with Expo Jamaica 2025, celebrating 32 years of fostering global partnerships with local impact. As a leader offering electrical, lighting, and renewable energy solutions, FosRich remains committed to advancing Jamaica’s reach by offering innovative, high-quality products manufactured to the highest industry standards and services.
This year, we are spotlighting our SOLID Brand of locally manufactured PVC pipes and Accessories solutions—essential components for sustainable infrastructure and energy efficiency. Recognizing the growing demand for renewable energy, FosRich has partnered with First Global Bank and the Development Bank of Jamaica to provide accessible financing solutions. Businesses and homeowners can now access solar energy financing ranging from J$5 million to J$400 million, with interest rates as low as 8.5% and repayment terms of up to 10 years.
CECIL FOSTER - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & MANAGING DIRECTOR FOSRICH
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HEART/NSTA TRUST
Expo Jamaica 2025 highlights Jamaica’s innovation, resilience, and global potential. As the nation’s leading human development agency, HEART/NSTA Trust is dedicated to equipping a highly skilled workforce to drive manufacturing and exports.
We invest in Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET), expanding skills development and forging industry partnerships to enhance productivity and competitiveness. Through customized training and apprenticeships, we prepare professionals to transform Jamaica’s industries and thrive in global markets.
This year’s theme, “Global Partnership, Local Impact, Advancing Jamaica’s Reach,” aligns with our mission to build a workforce that meets local demands and competes internationally. By collaborating and innovating, we can unlock new opportunities, fuel economic growth, and strengthen Jamaica’s presence in global trade.
HEART/NSTA Trust is ready to support your growth. Together, let’s advance Jamaica’s reach - one skilled professional at a time.
DR. TANEISHA INGLETON MANAGING DIRECTOR
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