SV Foundation Empowers Young Visionaries at the Prime Minister's Youth Awards 2025

SV Foundation Empowers Young Visionaries at the Prime Minister's Youth Awards 2025

The Prime Minister’s Youth Awards for Excellence returned to the prestigious lawns of Jamaica House on Saturday, June 1, 2025, celebrating the outstanding achievements of the nation’s youth across a range of fields. Among this year’s honourees were trailblazers in Entrepreneurship and Social Entrepreneurship, two categories vital to national development and innovation.

As part of its ongoing commitment to youth empowerment and nation-building, the Supreme Ventures Foundation proudly sponsored a $500,000 grant to be shared among the winners in these categories. This contribution reflects SV Foundation’s belief in the transformative power of young entrepreneurs and social change-makers, and its dedication to investing in the future of Jamaica.

The evening was a powerful reminder that when given the right support, Jamaica’s youth can and will lead the charge toward a brighter, more inclusive future.

The Hive Careers Aims to Connect 20,000 People Across the Region with Global Career Opportunities

The Hive Careers Aims to Connect 20,000 People Across the Region with Global Career Opportunities

In a bold move to unlock the full potential of Caribbean talent, The Hive Careers has announced its vision to connect 20,000 individuals across 21 Caribbean islands with career development and job opportunities in 2025.

This transformative initiative is designed to bridge Caribbean talent with global demand, offering a wide array of career development programs and access to job opportunities across the Caribbean, North America, and Europe. Offering a diverse range of remote, hybrid, and in-office roles, from blue-collar jobs such as pool attendants, to white-collar roles in Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Engineering, and Auditing, this initiative will provide access to full-time, part-time, consulting, and project-based work. Thus, allowing individuals the flexibility to grow their careers without giving up their current jobs.

To further support career growth, participants will also benefit from international, skills-based training and certification, ensuring they remain competitive and job-ready in a dynamic global market.

Melarka Williams, CEO of The Hive Careers, is optimistic about this initiative, as it seeks to reduce the unemployment rate across the region, while giving job seekers the opportunity to work and upgrade their skills simultaneously.

“This initiative is about more than job placement,” said Williams. “It’s about unlocking potential, increasing income opportunities, and giving Caribbean talent the exposure and tools they need to succeed on the world stage.”

With earning potential ranging from US $500 per month to upwards of US $25,000–$30,000 per month particularly in high-level finance or executive positions, this initiative has already seen promising traction in markets like Trinidad, which has emerged as a strong hub for high-quality talent.

"We offer a range of flexible work arrangements that enable individuals to take on multiple jobs, allowing them to better support their needs through diverse income sources. This flexibility also gives them the freedom to engage in personal activities, like travelling, without the constraints of a traditional office environment," Williams continued.

Interested individuals, companies, and partners are encouraged to join the movement and help redefine the future of work for Caribbean professionals.