Jamaican businesses are being urged to move beyond conversations about artificial intelligence (AI) and begin examining how emerging technologies can improve productivity, unlock new revenue opportunities. and strengthen their competitiveness in the global marketplace.

The call comes ahead of the Power of Presence Series, an executive business forum scheduled for Thursday, November 19, 2026, at S Hotel Kingston, where three internationally accomplished technology and leadership experts will engage Jamaican executives on the future of business.

Presented by Summer Communications in collaboration with PPIVOTT, the forum will feature Allen Rintoul Joseph, founder and technology visionary of Vonnue Innovations; Allwyn Kent, co-founder and chief revenue officer of Vonnue Innovations; and Dr Dale Caldwell, former lieutenant governor and secretary of state of New Jersey.

At the centre of the discussions will be a question confronting business worldwide: How can organisations harness technological disruption to create opportunities rather than become casualties of change?

Allwyn Kent.

Joseph, whose expertise spans more than two decades in enterprise software, emerging technologies, and AI, will lead the discussions with a presentation titled ‘The future won’t wait: How can industry leaders survive the next wave of disruptions?’

His company, Vonnue Innovations, operates internationally across India, Singapore, and Luxembourg and has worked with global organisations including The Economist, GIC, Bosch, SES Satellites, and Singtel.

A significant feature of the Kingston engagement will be the opportunity for participating businesses to undergo AI-readiness assessments conducted by Dr Caldwell, helping executives examine their organisations’ preparedness for technological transformation.

Caldwell, an author, academic administrator and leadership expert, brings extensive experience in organisational development and intelligent influence. His work explores how leadership, relationships, and strategic thinking contribute to organisational success.

He will join Kent in the Exclusive Visionary Circle, a moderated executive conversation exploring how businesses can translate innovation into commercial growth while developing the leadership capabilities needed to navigate change.

Dr Dale Caldwell.

Kent will draw on his international experience in enterprise growth, commercial strategy, and technology-driven business transformation.

Gail Abrahams, founder and CEO of Summer Communications, said the initiative is intended to challenge Jamaican businesses to think differently about their future.

“Artificial intelligence is changing the competitive landscape, but the real issue is how businesses respond. Jamaican companies must begin asking themselves whether they have the strategies, leadership capabilities, and organisational readiness to take advantage of the opportunities emerging around them,” Abrahams said. “We cannot afford to approach technological transformation as something happening elsewhere. These changes are already influencing how companies operate, how customers engage and how businesses compete. Our objective is to bring global expertise into the Jamaican boardroom and encourage meaningful action.”

Abrahams said the forum will place particular emphasis on practical insights and strategic relationships that can support business growth.

Gail Abrahams.

O’Neil Walters, managing partner of PPIVOTT, said Jamaica’s ability to compete in the evolving global economy will depend increasingly on how effectively its businesses embrace innovation.

“The next generation of successful businesses will not necessarily be the largest, but those that are prepared to adapt, innovate, and act decisively. Jamaica has tremendous entrepreneurial potential, and we must ensure our business leaders have access to the knowledge, networks, and global perspectives needed to turn that potential into economic opportunity,” Walters said.

He added that the collaboration between PPIVOTT and Summer Communications is intended to create a platform for international engagement, business connections, and practical knowledge-sharing.

The programme begins at 4:30 pm.