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Growth & Jobs | Red Stripe supports local businesses at WE CAN Christmas Village

Published:Tuesday | December 24, 2024 | 12:07 AM
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Live Simple’s CEO & Founder, Shelly-Ann Dunkley (right), showcases her handcrafted, all-natural wax candles to Red Stripe’s Head of Commerce, Sean Wallace (left), and Trade Marketing Manager, Dian Rance (second left), at the WE CAN Christmas Village.
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Live Simple’s CEO & Founder, Shelly-Ann Dunkley (right), showcases her handcrafted, all-natural wax candles to Red Stripe’s Head of Commerce, Sean Wallace (left), and Trade Marketing Manager, Dian Rance (second left), at the WE CAN Christmas Village.
After exploring the organic skincare line, Red Stripe’s Occupational Health Advisor, Annalia Bucknor (second left), receives a patch test from Jojobean Bath & Body Works CEO & Founder, Melissa Marshall-Nelson (right). Meanwhile, Red Stripe’s Production
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After exploring the organic skincare line, Red Stripe’s Occupational Health Advisor, Annalia Bucknor (second left), receives a patch test from Jojobean Bath & Body Works CEO & Founder, Melissa Marshall-Nelson (right). Meanwhile, Red Stripe’s Production Planner, Christine Marshall (left), looks on proudly at her colleague and niece during the process at the WE CAN Christmas Village.
Designer CEO and founder Abigail Miller shows off her custom bags crafted from locally sourced materials at Red Stripe’s WE CAN Christmas Village.
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Designer CEO and founder Abigail Miller shows off her custom bags crafted from locally sourced materials at Red Stripe’s WE CAN Christmas Village.
HoneyVera’s Chief Operating Officer Vaughn Daley showcases the company’s scalp tonic that is enriched with biotin for hair growth at the WE CAN Christmas Village. The brand is known for its all-natural skincare, haircare, and feminine hygiene products.
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HoneyVera’s Chief Operating Officer Vaughn Daley showcases the company’s scalp tonic that is enriched with biotin for hair growth at the WE CAN Christmas Village. The brand is known for its all-natural skincare, haircare, and feminine hygiene products.
Red Stripe colleagues show up in full support of each other’s entrepreneurial ventures at the company’s WE CAN Christmas Village. Here, Red Stripe’s Sales Controller Lancelot Williams Jr (left) examines some professional fits sold by his colleague So
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Red Stripe colleagues show up in full support of each other’s entrepreneurial ventures at the company’s WE CAN Christmas Village. Here, Red Stripe’s Sales Controller Lancelot Williams Jr (left) examines some professional fits sold by his colleague Solution Delivery Manager Marsha Palmer.
In the Bag! Red Stripe’s Managing Director Daaf van Tilburg (left) and Head of Finance Roberto Vazzoler share a lighthearted moment as they try to secure a bag from the stylish, custom-made tote options from Dsignr at Red Stripe’s WE CAN Christmas Vill
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In the Bag! Red Stripe’s Managing Director Daaf van Tilburg (left) and Head of Finance Roberto Vazzoler share a lighthearted moment as they try to secure a bag from the stylish, custom-made tote options from Dsignr at Red Stripe’s WE CAN Christmas Village
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This holiday season, Red Stripe hosted the WE CAN Christmas Village at its 214 Spanish Town Road headquarters, celebrating entrepreneurship and local Jamaican businesses. The HR-led initiative brought together over 15 microbusinesses, including those run by employees and local entrepreneurs, creating a vibrant showcase of creativity, craftsmanship, and community spirit.

The festive marketplace buzzed with energy as stalls brimmed with everything from fashion-forward clothes and shoes to luxurious organic skincare, fragrant candles, and artisanal soaps, including a creative Red Stripe beer bar soap by local skincare company Ansah. Employees explored rows of thoughtfully crafted goods – Christmas cakes rich with tradition, chic custom-made bags, home essentials like sheets and curtains, and hair care products to suit every need.

Vendors shared stories of passion and purpose, applauding Red Stripe’s commitment to fostering opportunities for local businesses – especially those nurtured by their own team members.

With the scent of Christmas in the air, the hum of community spirit, and the sound of Christmas carols, Red Stripe highlighted that supporting microbusinesses goes beyond shopping – it uplifts, inspires, and fosters growth.