Basseterre, St. Kitts – In a significant show of corporate support, TDC has donated over twenty-five gallons of BERGER paint, towards The Cable’s Joseph N France (JNF) Hospital Patients and Visitors Lounge Renovation Project.
The newly modernized space has been transformed using warm, welcome and tropical colours, which was revealed at the official ceremony on Tuesday 22 October 2024, to celebrate the completion of the six-month long project, which was spearheaded by the Telecommunications Company, The Cable.
In speaking of the corporate partnership, Ms. Jhanelle Brown, the TDC Client Relations and Marketing Manager (Ag) spoke of TDCs contribution and the underscored the value corporate partnership for community advancement.
“In 2023, our golden anniversary year, we were approached by Ms. Patricia Walters, the CEO of The Cable collaborate on this venture, to which TDC said, yes, recognizing the value of corporate partnership and giving back,” said Brown.
She added, “Healthcare is an essential part of our community’s well-being, and we are proud to contribute to the enhancement of the Joseph N France Hospital through our donation of paint for this meaningful initiative. We believe that a fresh, modern environment will have a positive impact on both patients and medical staff. Today, two companies who are synonymous with quality and innovation and a commitment to community development. This aligns seamlessly with our collective values to transform this space into a place of comfort, hope and healing with colour. This project is not just about revitalizing another space, this is a symbol of our commitment to the well-being of our community. We congratulate The Cable on this endeavour and are equally pleased to be your partner.”
Over twenty-five gallons of durable, environmentally friendly paints suitable for healthcare facilities was used to transform the lounge that includes the waiting area, outpatient counters, and public corridors, to make the frequently used space even brighter, and more uplifting space for all who visit or use the services of the institution.
TDC has also recently completed a similar project on the island of Nevis, with a contribution to the St. Georges and St. Johns Senior Citizens Home in Gingerland, to give the building a much-needed facelift.
Picture 1 – Ms. Jhanelle Brown, TDC Client Relations and Marketing Department Manager (Ag) speaking about TDC’s contribution to The Cable’s Joseph N France General Hospital Lounge Renovation Project
Picture 2 – Dr. Jenson Morton, Director of Health Institutions applying BERGER Paint to the walls of the Joseph N France Hospital Patients and Visitors Lounge
As the Federation observes Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, the TDC Home and Building Depots are playing their part to raise the level of consciousness about the disease that affects women and men.
Pinktober, the annual Sales and Awareness Campaign, gives customers the opportunity to receive ‘pink savings’ with up to forty percent discount on a wide range of products throughout the store, and online at www.shoptdcgroup.com.
The retail stores have also set up the ‘Pink Room’, a private and confidential space in store that offers free breast screenings, by a team of trained and certified health professionals, on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. with the chance to win a free mammogram.
Saturdays have also been dubbed, Solidary Saturdays, where the staff has decided to wear an item of pink clothing, to “support the fighters, admire the survivors, honour the taken and never give up hope” for those affected by the critical health issue.
Pinktober forms part of the companies’ annual cause related outreach programmes to advocate and educate the public about the realities of breast cancer.
Basseterre, St. Kitts – Staff from across the St. Kitts Nevis Anguilla Trading and Development Company Limited (TDC), will once again come together to applaud employee excellence at the 2024 Black-tie Staff Awards Gala.
A Night of Recognition and Entertainment
This prestigious event serves to recognize the dedication, commitment, and achievements of the diverse staff across the Company. It promises to be an unforgettable evening filled with exquisite cuisine, an impactful motivational presentation by Ms. Sybil Welsh, a Senior Project Specialist, at the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB), cultural and live entertainment, all in an elegant setting, fostering the spirit of camaraderie, and togetherness.
Continuing the tradition set in 2023, at the 50th Anniversary Gala, the Sales and Service Excellence Awards will be presented in honour of former employees. The 2024 honourees are Mr. Sydney George Powell, former Assistant Manager, TDC Home and Building Depot (Nevis) and Mr. Howard McEachrane, Former Executive Director, who served with distinction and made their own unique contributions to the development of the company.
The heartwarming awards will be given to the deserving employees in the following categories:
• Long Service Awards
• Impact Awards
– Rising Star
– Above and Beyond the Call of Duty
– Making A Difference In The Community
– Punctuality and Attendance
• The Sydney George Powell Sales Excellence Award
• The Howard McEachrane Service Excellence Award
• The Jacques A Cramer Employee of the Year Award
A Tradition of Appreciation
According to Mr. Ernie France, Chairman of the Awards Committee, “Our annual Staff Excellence Awards Gala will allow the company to show our gratitude to our employees and celebrate them and the role they have played in the last financial year towards TDC’s success. We also have new additions to make the event even all all-encompassing, with the Department of the Year Award. The St. Kitts Masonry Products Limited (SKMP) staff will also join in our celebrations and will be recognized, as well. The Awards Committee, along with Human Resources Department are working together to truly acknowledge the outstanding efforts and hard work of all our valued staff.”
The St. Kitts Marriott Resort in Frigate Bay will play host to the event, under the theme, Honouring the Legacy, Building Resiliency, 51 Years – We are TDC, and will be held on Saturday 27th July 2024.
Picture – A Throwback to the 2023 TDC Staff Awards and Gala Event with Reverend Renecia Huggins (former TDC Warren C Tyson Memorial Scholar) delivering the Feature Address
