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BF-30-sm December-2009/January-2010

An important aspect of the tourism industry, the cruise sector is a vibrant player in Antigua's economy. The man currently behind the Tourism Industry in Antigua & Barbuda, Tourism Minister Hon. John Maginley takes the cover of this issue.

However, an issue on cruise tourism would not be complete without Nathan Dundas. Over the years his name has become synonymous with the sector. Business Focus takes a closer look at this versatile individual.

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BF-29-sm September/October-2009

It's the time of year when students are transitioning from one class to another, or for those who have been successful in common entrance or CXC Examinations, another stage in their educational journey. Business places interested in hiring new staff also look forward to this time of year. A new crop of graduates, ready to enter the world of work have emerged.

Eustace Hill, a stalwart in education in Antigua and Barbuda, was the choice for the cover feature on this our issue focusing on education. Dean of the Antigua and Barbuda International Institute of Technology (ABIIT), Hill has functioned in several influential areas of the education system in the country. Here is a man passionate for education and society on a whole.

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BF-28-sm July/August-2009

Crime and violence is on the rise in Antigua, and indeed around the world. Protecting the people and things that are of importance is a daunting task that often requires the help of the security experts.

Wilbur Purcell of Special security Services, the focus of our cover feature, runs one of the oldest existing security companies in Antigua. The company is responsible for securing the property of several business and homes on the island. The company offers a range of security services, including remote surveillance, guard dogs, security officers and more.

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BF-27-sm May/June-2009

It’s all about finance these days. The focus is on how to make more, spend less, and keep your savings safe and at its most productive.

The Community first Co-operative Credit Union celebrating 50 years, in keeping with its vision of “contributing to the sustainable development of its members and wider society”, takes the cover feature.

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BF-26-sm Mar/Apr-2009

With two cover features, this issue deals with all possible aspects of the Aviation Industry. Makeda Mikael’s FBO 2000 is in the handling business. The company is a close second to Airport Services Antigua (ASA), whose director Calvin Rogers takes the cover, as far as years of operation.

Ken Hurst and Rosemund James are also key players in the industry; the former being the Chief Executive Officer of the Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority and the latter Director General of the Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority.

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BF-25-sm Oct/Nov-2008

Sprucing up the surroundings for the holidays, starting with furniture. Townhouse Mega Store, with over 50 years’ of entrepreneurship on the part of the Mansoor family, graces the cover of this issue.

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Aspects of home decor
- Swimming pools
- Solar energy systems
- Insurancce

BF-24-sm Aug/Sep-2008

It’s all about health; how you eat, keeping fit, and the medical centres that are there to help you.

Dr Prince Ramsey, pioneer of the HIV/AIDS fight in the country, campaigning for awareness and treatment, is our cover feature. He reminds us that it’s never too late to pay attention to our health.

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BF-23-sm Jun/Jul-2008

Feeling hot, hot, hot. Rosie McMaster of Susie’s hot sauce, heats up the cover of this issue. Her thriving internationally recognised business sets the stage for the focus on the food industry in Antigua and Barbuda.

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BF-22-sm Mar/Apr-2008

The focus ranges from photography to engineering, senators to spas. The entrepreneurs and managers of Generation NeXt take the forefront in this issue. And despite being under 40, these businesspersons were at the top of their game.

Recently appointed Carnival Development Committee chairman and Country Manager of RBTT, Marlon Rawlins was the ideal choice for the cover; with lots on his plate, he had even more to talk about.

BFA-21-sm Dec/Jan-2008

It’s impossible to ignore technology as you survey the changing business landscape. Telecommunications providers are vying for their position in the spotlight, while the media is the most potent avenue for highlighting the latest salvos and concerns. In this issue we’ve combined all three elements in what we call Tech-Tel-Med.

Salomon Doumith of Antigua Computer Technology takes the cover feature.

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BF-20-sm Aug/Sep-2007

Our cover feature has captured the hearts of quite a few admirers, but Glenette Francis’ true claim to fame is her independence and perseverance in the beauty industry that has lasted since the 1970’s. There are many other pioneers who have cut, combed and styled their way to success, and you may be surprised at the faces you find inside.

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BFA-19-sm Jun/Jul-2007

A walk, drive or sail around Antigua and Barbuda makes it obvious that the construction industry is continuously climbing to a pinnacle.

George Ryan, our cover feature, has worked in the construction field for 30 years. He shares some of his solid principles that have led to his success.

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BF-18-sm Apr/May-2007

With three important sailing events taking place in April and May, Business Focus took a dive into the marine industry, choosing some of the companies that are thriving in that environment.

Our cover features, Carlo Falcone is the owner of Antigua Yacht Club Marina and Resort. In the issue there is a fantastic spread of photos, and the unveiling of his latest project at historic Harmony Hall.

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BFA-17-sm Feb/Mar-2007

The tax man cometh; it’s a tough job, but somebody has to do it. Former National Football Captain Everton “Batow” Gonsalves, now heads the unit at the Inland Revenue in charge of the newly implemented Antigua and Barbuda Sales Tax (ABST).

Black history Month brings a look at the growth of enterprises owned by African descendants in Antigua, including a reminder of those which have not endured to today.

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ICC Cricket World Cup

BF-16-sm Nov/Dec-2008

Clarvis Joseph is the new head of the Antigua Public Utilities Authority. In “Frankly Speaking” he candidly shares his views on the business environment in Antigua. Ted Isaac and Pedro Corbin also share their views on the years past, and those yet to come.

We’ve launched the Business Focus Awards, that you’ll read more about in the current issue.

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BF-15-sm Sep/Oct-2006

With the onset of yet another Tourist Season, ICC Cricket World Cup 2007 and other tourist generated events, we decided to dedicate this issue of Business Focus to the development of Antigua and Barbuda’s lifeblood; tourism.

Tourism minister Harold Lovell is over cover feature. Destination Antigua and Barbuda gives a view from “The man in Charge”.

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BF-14-sm Jul/Aug-2006

Disaster Preparedness takes the focus of this issue of the magazine. The areas selected for consideration include preparing your business disaster plans, confronting the unexpected, as well as Countdown to ICC Cricket World Cup.

The magazine wishes a sombre farewell to the “voice of the Met Office” Phillbert Mason whose departure from the office to explore other business ventures, signals an end of an era in weather forecasting in the country.

BF-13-sm May/Jun-2006

Big Banana, more than a pizza business, it’s a family affair. The siblings, Jeff, Eddie and Bernadette, who’ve been running the company since the 1980’s share their experience of operating a pizzeria in downtown St. Johns.

A local company publishes the telephone directory and the yellow pages. Regional Publications prepares to expand.

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BF-12-sm Jan-2006

Brian Stuart-Young is the “Renaissance Man” that is our cover feature for this issue. Caribbean Union Bank, is a new indigenous bank in Antigua of which Stuart-Young is the chairman.

2006 promises the Caribbean Single Market and Economy (CSME), where our local businesses will have to raise the bar to compete regionally.

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BF-11-sm Sep/Oct-2005

This issue highlights some of the Government’s Statutory Bodies, which play a major part in the lives of all our citizenry and indeed the economy of our nation.

In this issue the APUA has included a Supplement which is a great read. The “Changing face of St. John’s” as well as “Talking Carnival Business” have also been included.

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BF-9-sm Mar/Apr-2005

The automobile industry has been positioned through powerful machines and brands as a measure of power and success. In this issue, we take a closer look at the Automobile Industry of Antigua & Barbuda, and its impact on our landscape.

Business Focus is proud to feature some of the successful people who prefer to remain in the background, but have contributed significantly to this industry.

BF-8-sm Nov/Dec-2004

Four women grace the cover of this issue “Shattering the Glass Ceiling; Old Boys Club no More”, this issue is dedicated to the women who’ve achieved great heights. We’ve featured Dr. Jacqui Quinn-Leandro, Valarie Jeffrey, Eileen Murraine and Lena “Queen Ivena” Phillip as well as other prominent women in Antigua.

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BF-7-sm Jul/Aug-2004

Although many people view weddings as once-in-a-lifetime romantic events, in practical terms they are simply another industry that provides year-round or seasonal work for many individuals and small businesses and another contributor to the GDP.

This issue of the magazine is aimed at taking the ‘should have’ out of that special event by exposing prospective brides, grooms and their families to a variety of services and service-providers.

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BF-4-sm Jul/Aug-2003

Finance and banking are at the centre of this issue of Business Focus, which we believe is quite welcome at this time of job insecurity and rising costs brought about by increase in the price of fuel.

With traditional routes of funding narrowed, or closed, we encourage our readers to look at other options that might work as we grapple with personal and company finances.

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BF-3-sm Apr/May-2003

This issue features Sailing Week and the satellite activities that boating generates. For decades, the world-renowned regatta has been viewed solely as entertainment for expatriates and yachties and a spectator event for locals. On the cover is Hugh Bailey, featured in "To helm and back".

The issue also features the 30th anniversary of the Social Security Scheme and the fifth anniversary of ANICOL, Business Focus congratulates both organisations.

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