EMPOWERING THE CARIBBEAN ISLANDS

The Role of Imports for Social Impact

ISBN: 979-8-3507-0624-6
By: Whiteside, Jermaine

ABOUT THE BOOK

Empowering the Caribbean Islands: The Role of Imports for Social Impact is a comprehensive guide to understanding the potential of import and export trade in the Caribbean region. Written by Jermaine Eric Whiteside, a recent graduate of Walden University with a Master of Science in Information Management Systems and executive education from Duke Fuqua School of Business, Harvard School of Law, Columbia Graduate School of Business, and MIT Executive Education. This book delves into how imports can improve Caribbean communities, particularly in food security, education, housing, public safety, renewable energy, and technology innovation. The author provides a detailed analysis of the potential role of imports in promoting digital inclusion and access to government services, as well as the benefits of digital inclusion and technology for developing small businesses in the Caribbean Islands. Whiteside also explores the importance of collaboration between public, private, and faith-based organizations to achieve sustainable economic growth and social impact. He highlights the importance of Jamaica, with its large trade port in Kingston and one of the largest faith-based institutions in the Caribbean, as a potential leader in importing and exporting goods to empower the public. Empowering the Caribbean Islands is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the potential of trade in the Caribbean region and the role of imports in promoting social impact. With its focus on integrating public, private, and faith-based organizations for importing and exporting goods to empower the public, the book is a valuable resource for policymakers, business leaders, and development professionals.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jermaine Whiteside

Jermaine Eric Whiteside is an experienced leader and passionate advocate for people. With a deep belief in the words of Jesus, "It is more blessed to give than to receive," Jermaine has dedicated his life to serving and empowering others through his various organizations and community involvement. As the founder of Anointed Connect Church Inc, a recognized 501c3 church, Jermaine has worked tirelessly to serve and support his community. He is also the founder of Palmetto Leadership Institute, a recognized 501c3 charity organization, and the Co-Founder of Reinvest Carolina Inc, a recognized 501c3 charity for seniors and persons with disability housing. In addition to his work with charity organizations, Jermaine is also the Co-Founder of IAM Global Imports LTD. Jermaine's leadership and dedication to good have also been recognized through his service on various boards. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for Veterans Services Commission Inc, Anointed Connect Church Inc, E-Vision Project Development Corporation, E-Visioneye Corporation, Active Expressions Art Academy, Reinvest Carolina Inc, Reinvest America Corporation, and Truccit Corporation. He is also a member of the Board of Advisors for the UBBC Association. In addition to his extensive experience and community involvement, Jermaine is a recent graduate of Walden University, where he earned his Master of Science in Information Management Systems. He also has executive education from top institutions such as Duke Fuqua School of Business, Harvard School of Law, Columbia Graduate School of Business, and MIT Executive Education. With this combination of education and experience, Jermaine is well-equipped to lead and serve in the importing and exporting industry for the Caribbean.