Women in Tech Caribbean Blog

The purpose of the blog is to amplify the voices of Caribbean women in tech. We highlight our members, their projects, their businesses and their experiences in the tech industry. Additionally, we share Caribbean tech news and businesses, and provide career advice. Our main purpose is to create a community resource where we can celebrate women in tech, as well as entrepreneurs who are leading the way in the Caribbean digital economy and provide insights to help other professionals learn necessary lessons to get started or advance in their tech career.

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Spotlight Saturday: Cathrice Williams
Spotlight Saturday: Cathrice Williams

Cathrice Williams, born and raised in the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI), distinguishes herself as a team-spirited, value-driven individual with a deep-rooted passion for selfless service. As a seasoned professional with 20 years of experience in the industry, she serves as the Director of Information Technology at the TCI Financial Services Commission. Initially…

Spotlight Saturday: Juronel Smalling
Spotlight Saturday: Juronel Smalling

Welcome back to the Women in Tech Caribbean’s Spotlight Saturday series, where we share the stories of our multifaceted members. Today’s spotlight is on Juronel Smalling, a lawyer and certified information privacy manager (IAPP).  As a proud Jamaican who has also lived in various Eastern Caribbean countries, Smalling embodies a rich blend of Caribbean legal expertise and cultural…

Jamaica’s Data Protection Act
Jamaica’s Data Protection Act

One of the current hot topics covering several sectors in Jamaica is the implementation of the Jamaica Data Protection Act (“JDPA”). In December 2023, the office of the Information Commissioner announced a 6 months grace period for companies to register. With the June 01, 2024 deadline being around the corner, one of the benefits of the implementation of …

Spotlight Saturday: Marie Reid
Spotlight Saturday: Marie Reid

Today’s spotlight is on one of the Caribbean’s most dynamic professionals who is making waves in the EdTech industry. Known for her light-hearted nature and creative problem-solving skills, Marie Reid, originally from Jamaica, is the founder of EduLearn Connect - an EdTech organization based in The Bahamas.  Marie’s educational journey led her to study communications and…