The Design Thinking Model has gained significant popularity in recent years as a framework for problem-solving and innovation. It is a human-centered approach that encourages empathy, experimentation, and collaboration. While the model has been widely applied in various industries, its potential in the field of architecture remains largely untapped. Architects play a crucial role in…
In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, innovation is the driving force behind economic growth and development. Cities and regions around the globe are vying to become the ultimate innovation hub, fostering a thriving tech ecosystem that attracts top talent and propels groundbreaking ideas into reality. But which location truly deserves the title of the ultimate…
What is Slush GIA? Slush Global Impact Accelerator (GIA) is a program created in collaboration with the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland and other multiple partners globally. The purpose is to support impact startups and showcase the exciting business opportunities in emerging markets, which are also vital for implementing the Agenda 2030 and solving…
We’re hiring! The Caribbean Mobile Innovation Project is looking for a dynamic, innovative marketing professional keen to support the development of mobile innovation and tech-enabled entrepreneurship across the region. Based in Jamaica, the preferred candidate will be results driven, with a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate our work and that of our stakeholders throughout the…
St. Kitts and Nevis – June 17, 2017: Tech start-ups from five Caribbean territories scored big at the PitchIT Caribbean Challenge mobile app entrepreneurship competition on June 17, each winning US$5,000 in seed funding to develop their businesses. All five enterprises have also been awarded spots in PitchIT Caribbean business accelerators across the region. After two rigorous days…
Two UWI alumnae are among a group of all-female winners of a Caribbean tech entrepreneurship competition. Dispelling notions of male domination in the field, five female mobile app developers took all the top prizes at the recently concluded PitchIT Caribbean Challenge in T&T. The winners include: Danielle Tait of The Interview JM from Jamaica, Kelly-Ann…
KINGSTON, Jamaica, Sept. 20, 2017 — Three teams from Jamaica copped the top spots in the recently held virtual PitchIT Caribbean SLUSH GIA competition. They are now lined up for a coveted interview spot with the Slush 2017 Global Impact Accelerator program panel in Finland.The successful teams are Link Your Purpose, an online career development…