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CARIB | Apr 22, 2024

AI expert Joel Dean shares strategies for small business start-ups and scale-ups at RevUP meet-up

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Dmitri Dawkins (right) engages in a fireside chat with guest speaker Joel Dean, software architect and entrepreneur at the RevUp meet-up event held on April 11. 

RevUP, the premier Caribbean start-up incubator, recently hosted an engaging meet-up at the residence of RevUP’s managing director, Sandra Glasgow.

Sponsored in part by National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited, the event brought together RevUP alumni, founders, past and current cohorts, course presenters, angel investors, mentors, and members of RevUP Caribbean Limited.

The highlight of the evening was a captivating discussion titled, “AI: The Profit Powerhouse for Start-ups and Scale-ups” featuring guest speaker Joel Dean, a seasoned software architect and tech entrepreneur. Dean engaged Dmitri Dawkins from RevUP in a fireside chat, exploring artificial intelligence’s (AI) transformative potential for businesses at all growth stages, offering valuable insights and practical advice.

RevUp alumni and founders from Cohort 4 came together for an evening of collaboration and innovation, powered by the spirit of entrepreneurship and fuelled by the power of AI, at the RevUp event held on April 11.

Attendees enjoyed stimulating conversations, cocktails, and valuable networking opportunities, reinforcing RevUP’s commitment to empowering Caribbean start-ups and scale-ups.

Sandra Glasgow, managing director of RevUP, expressed: “I am thrilled to host this meetup and create an opportunity for our founders to meet and learn from industry experts and connect with key stakeholders.”

“Events like these are essential for building a vibrant and supportive community of entrepreneurs in the Caribbean.”

Wayne Sutherland (second right), a representative of FirstAngelsJa; Sharon Roper, course presenter; Diyal Fernando (left) – RevUP mentor; and Douglas Orane (right), of FirstAngelsJA, engage in a lively discussion at the RevUp meet-up event held on April 11.

RevUP extended its gratitude to National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited for its support in making the event possible.

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