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
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 …