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The 2026 Scotiabank Vision Achiever (SVA) programme culminated in a closing ceremony at the Jamaica Pegasus, celebrating the progress and achievements of participating entrepreneurs. The programme supports small business owners in strengthening their business management skills, expanding their knowledge and building a foundation for sustainable growth. The ceremony recognised the cohort’s accomplishments, including the top three performers, while bringing together Scotiabank representatives, programme facilitator Marcia Woon Choy and key stakeholders to mark the occasion. Business Social shares the highlights.
The learning may continue beyond the programme, but the milestone is worth celebrating! The 2026 Scotiabank Vision Achiever cohort marked the close of its programme at the Jamaica Pegasus, recognising the achievements of its participants and the top three winners who stood out along the way. Pictured from left are Marcia Woon Choy, CEO, ActionCOACH Jamaica; Rebecca Mahfood of Beauty by Becx; Suzanne Campbell of Harricamp Law; Nevine Anderson of AccuBiz Services Limited; and Yvett Anderson, head of retail banking, Caribbean North and Central Scotiabank.
The best business conversations can spark the next big idea. At the 2026 Scotiabank Vision Achiever closing ceremony, participants and stakeholders came together to reflect on the journey, celebrate achievements and look ahead to new opportunities. Captured from left are Debra Lopez-Spence, president, Scotia Jamaica Life Insurance Company, Kavouhn Lewars-Smith of Kinematix Studios and Yvett Anderson, head of retail banking, Caribbean North and Central Scotiabank.
Bruce Scott (centre), guest speaker and territory leader for PwC Jamaica, engages Marcia Woon Choy (left), CEO, ACTIONCoach Jamaica, and Pam Douglas, senior manager, business banking at Scotiabank, during the event.
Pam Douglas of Scotiabank (left) share a moment with Andrea Gentles of Quality Glass and Aluminium at the 2026 Scotiabank Vision Achiever closing ceremony, celebrating the entrepreneurs and businesses at the heart of the programme.
Partnerships that support business growth. Captured from left are Lyshon Davis, marketing manager, Scotiabank; Leo Hudson, founder and CEO of LH Multimedia; and Zhané Robinson, marketing event coordinator, Scotiabank.
