For the second consecutive year, in celebration of World Health Day, the TDC Group of Companies, the Nevis Health Promotion Unit and the ICDF hosted a Health and Wellness Fair on Friday 5th April 2024, at the Longstone Building Parking Lot in Charlestown, Nevis.

The fair featured a diverse range of free activities and health services aimed at empowering nationals to make better informed decisions about their general health and wellbeing. These included presentations by the Nevis Red Cross Society, the introduction of the volunteer blood drive by the Alexandria Hospital, and the preparation and tasting session of healthy meals and snacks from Chef Michael Henville and the In Ya Kitchen Team.

Local business houses were also given the opportunity to showcase their products  including the City Drug Store, TDC Home and Building Depot, Native Radiance, Seal My Sip, as well as, health related organizations, the Nevis Red Cross, Lake Health and Wellness debuted a health and wellness game for children to encourage healthier eating choices, the Nevis Mental Health Society, the Nevis Dental Association, the St. Kitts and Nevis Alliance for Equality, along with the Health Promotion Unit  and the Taiwan ICDF providing health screenings and one on one informational consultations with valuable information and tools to support the attendees’ journey toward optimal health.

In speaking about the event, Mr. Dominic Matthew, TDC Marketing Assistant said, “We are thrilled to partner with the Health Promotion Unit and the Taiwan ICDF once again to host the second annual Health and Wellness Fair. As advocates for community health and well-being, we believe that events like these play a crucial role in raising awareness and fostering positive lifestyle changes.”

Ms. Terysia Herbert, Education and Prevention Officer in the Nevis Health Promotion Unit hailed the fair as another success and highlighted the importance of having the event featured on the Unit’s calendar.

“We are committed to promoting a culture of health and wellness within our community with another successful staging. By partnering with organizations like TDC Group of Companies and the ICDF, we can leverage our collective resources to provide impactful initiatives like the Health and Wellness Fair, which we ill be adding to our list of activities in 2025.”

The Health and Wellness Fair was open to the public, and was held under the theme, “My Health, My Right.”

Picture – Nevisian patron inquiring about a Health and Wellness Product at the City Drug Store (Nevis) Limited Booth



The St. Kitts Nevis Anguilla Trading and Development Company Limited (TDC) is a leading private sector company in St. Kitts and Nevis and is an equal employment opportunity employer.

TDC is currently seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Senior Delivery Clerk at the TDC Home and Building Depot, Frigate Bay Road, Basseterre, St. Kitts.

Job Summary

The Senior Delivery Clerk will assist the Delivery Supervisor in overseeing and coordinating the activities of all workers engaged in delivering products sold by the Department and providing exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities include:

· Responding to customers’ queries regarding deliveries

· Liaising with sales staff and customers to establish delivery schedules

· Assisting with ensuring that drivers perform daily checks of vehicles and other equipment

· Preparing and scheduling delivery orders

· Preparing delivery reports and audits

Qualifications and Requirements

· At least six (6) CXC/GCSE subjects including English and Mathematics or an equivalent combination of education and experience

· Successful completion/passes in at least four CAPE subjects

· Exceptional documentation skills with attention to detail

· Excellent team player skills

· Excellent leadership skills

· Excellent communication and organizational skills

· Excellent customer service skills

· Must be able computer literate/proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and computer applications

Requirements

· Two (2) letters of reference

· At least two (2) years’ experience in a related field

· Must be flexible

Applications may be sent to the following address on or before the 14th April 2024:

Please forward applications with reference or subject line indicating “Senior Delivery Clerk – TDC Home and Building Depot” to:

The Chief Human Resource Officer

TDC Human Resources Department

P O Box 142

Fort Street

Basseterre

St Kitts

Tel: 869-465-2511 ext. 1178 │ Fax: 869-466-8803 Email: recruitment@tdcgroupltd.com

NB – Only suitable qualified candidates will be contacted.



The St. Kitts Nevis Anguilla Trading and Development Company Limited (TDC) is a leading private sector company in St. Kitts and Nevis and is an equal employment opportunity employer. TDC is currently seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Senior Supervisor in the Home and Building Depot, Frigate Bay Road, Basseterre, St. Kitts.

Job Summary

The Supervisor will be responsible for the Office Furniture and the Household/Housewares departments. The team member will be responsible for product availability, customer services, controlling sales and pricing.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to the following:

· Analyzing market trends and make practical recommendations where necessary

· Managing inventory

· Merchandising including appealing and attractive product displays/store layouts

· Forecasting and monitoring products and price trends

· Conducting staff performance assessments under mandate, ensuring full compliance with the appraisal process and submission deadlines

· Assisting the Senior Manager with the review and analysis of Monthly Sales Reports and take appropriate action in a timely manner

· Managing customer relationships to ensure satisfaction

Qualifications and Requirements

· An Associate degree in Sales, Marketing and Merchandising

· Experience in a supervisory capacity at a retail store, or similar

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Excellent salesmanship

· Trustworthiness and compliance with company policies and procedures

· Ability to analyze department reports and accounts

· Strong administrative skills to manage people and processes

· Computer literate/proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Requirements

· Two (2) letters of reference

· At least two (2) years’ experience in related field

· Must be flexible

Applications may be sent to the following address on or before 12th April 2024:

Please forward applications with reference or subject line indicating “Senior Supervisor – TDC Home and Building Depot” to:

The Chief Human Resource Officer

TDC Human Resources Department

P O Box 142

Fort Street

Basseterre

St Kitts

Tel: 869-465-2511 ext. 1178 │ Fax: 869-466-8803 Email: recruitment@tdcgroupltd.com

NB – Only suitable qualified candidates will be contacted.



The St. Kitts Nevis Anguilla Trading and Development Company Limited (TDC) is a leading private sector company in St. Kitts and Nevis and is an equal employment opportunity employer. TDC is currently seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Clerk/Paint Technician in the Home and Building Depot, in Pinney’s, Nevis.

Job Summary

The Clerk/Paint Technician will be responsible for conducting sales, offer colour matching expertise, paint product selection advice and ensuring the smooth operation of the Paint Department. The position holder will also assist with restocking shelves, processing orders, and understanding the product inventory.

Education, Skills, and Experience

· At minimum, six (6) CXC/GCE subjects including English & Mathematics

· Prior experience in retail, specifically in Paint Sales

· Pleasant and polite with excellent customer service skills

· Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills

· Computer literate and proficient

· Excellent team player

Requirements

· Two (2) letters of reference

· At least two (2) years’ experience in related field will be a plus

· Must be flexible

Applications may be sent to the following address on or before 12 April 2024.

Please forward applications with reference or subject line indicating “Clerk/Paint Technician – TDC Home and Building Depot” to:

The Chief Human Resource Officer

TDC Human Resources Department

P O Box 142

Fort Street

Basseterre

St Kitts

Tel: 869-465-2511 ext. 1178 │ Fax: 869-466-8803 Email: recruitment@tdcgroupltd.com

NB – Only suitable qualified candidates will be contacted.



Basseterre, St. Kitts – Kittitian Shauna Gilbert is the lucky winner in the Harris Paints Level Up Promotion having participated in the three-month long campaign organized through its authorized dealers, TDC Home and Building Depots.

Ms. Gilbert was presented with the winner’s cheque for three thousand dollars (EC$3000.00) at the TDC Home and Building Depot, the authorized distributors for Harris Paints in the Federation by Mr. Leslie Warner, Senior Sales Associate, in the Paints and Oils Department.

Mr. Warner congratulated the excited Gilbert and encouraged her to continue being a loyal customer of the Harris brand, the Caribbean Champions of Colour.

“On behalf of our corporate partner, Harris Paints, the Caribbean Champions of Colour, and the team at the TDC Home and Building Depots, congratulations on being the winner of the Level Up Holiday promotion.  We value you and thank you for your continued patronage. Do enjoy winnings,” said Warner.

In response, a smiling Gilbert expressed her gratitude and excitement after receiving the cash prize.

“I am absolutely thrilled to have won the EC$3000 in the Harris Paints Level Up Promotion. This was such a fantastic surprise, and I am incredibly grateful to Harris Paints and the TDC Home and Building Depot for this opportunity. It’s truly a game-changer for me, and I look forward to utilizing this prize to accomplish some of my goals,” remarked Gilbert.

In offering congratulations to Ms. Gilbert, Mr. Kashka Thompson, the TDC Client Relations and Marketing Manager, said, “We are overjoyed to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Shauna Gilbert for her win. This promotion was specifically designed to reward you and our many valued customers, while adding extra excitement to our shopping experiences and their paint purchases.”

The Level Up Promotion ran from October 1st through December 31st, 2023, giving customers in St. Kitts and Nevis who purchased any gallon of Harris Ulttima paint to digitally qualify for the chance to win the cash prize by scanning the promotional QR code and playing the interactive colour and paint brand match game.

It underscored both Harris Paints and TDC Home and Building Depots commitment to delivering not only top-tier paint solutions but also memorable experiences for customers with customer rewards through engaging initiatives that will enhance their lives through colour and creativity.

Picture – Mrs. Shauna Gilbert receiving her prize (EC$3000.00) form Mr. Leslie Warner, Senior Sales Associate in the Paint and Oils Department at the TDC Home and Building Depot on St. Kitts



Basseterre, St. Kitts – Kittitian Maurice Sargeant is the lucky winner in the BERGER Paints Holiday Paint and Win Promotion and bagged himself USD$1000.00 in groceries from any RAMS Supermarket, in St. Kitts and Nevis.

Mr. Sargeant was presented with his winnings at the RAMS Supermarket Bird Rock branch by Mr. Pavensh Negi, the Branch Manager, Mr. Rohit Tanwar, Assistant Branch Manager and Ms. Jacynthia Teshiera, RAMS Trading Limited Marketing Assistant, at a brief ceremony to officially congratulate the lucky winner.

In receiving the grocery vouchers Mr. Sargeant expressed his gratitude to the companies and spoke of how he intended to use them.

“I couldn’t believe it when I received the news about winning. This was a surprise, and I am grateful. Thank you, BERGER Paints, TDC Home and Building Depot, and RAMS Supermarket.  These vouchers came at just the right time.  My family and I will surely use them wisely.”

Also, on hand to congratulate the lucky winner whose name was digitally drawn among numerous entries was Mr. Kashka Thompson, the TDC Client Relations and Marketing Manager, who congratulated the elated TDC Home and Building Depot customer on his good fortune.

“The TDC Home and Building Depot and by extension the TDC Group family thank you for participating and congratulate you. This promotion was designed to reward our loyal BERGER Paint customers, like yourself, and add a touch of joy to their home improvement journey with the purchase of high-quality paint products. We are delighted that you will now have the opportunity to enjoy shopping at RAMS Supermarket, our valued corporate partner in business.”

The Paint and WIN Holiday Promotion, which ran from October through December 2023, was a collaborative effort between BERGER Paints, the TDC Home and Building Depots, and RAMS Supermarket to add an extra layer of excitement to the paint-buying experience.

Patrons who purchased any gallon of BERGER 303, 404, or Everglow paint products were qualified for the chance to scan the promotional QR Code and upload their receipt to automatically enter to win the shopping prize.

Picture – Mr. Maurice Sargeant all smiles after receiving his USD$1000 Shopping Vouchers following the handing over ceremony



Basseterre, St. Kitts – As the Federation continues to observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the TDC Group hosted a ‘Soft Chair Conversation’, on Thursday 26th October 2023, as part of its efforts to support the National campaign to educate further educate staff about the disease.

The informal, educational, and insightful activity was facilitated by Mrs. Valarie McIntosh, a Breast Cancer Survivor, and Ms. Mulik Walters, a Mental Health Specialist, who spoke candidly to employees from across the Group, about their experiences and how it affects both women and men.

In her presentation, Mrs. McIntosh shared her remarkable journey, while emphasizing the importance of early breast screening, the physical, and psychological effects she encountered and her strength to overcome during the life changing ordeal.

Ms. Walters spoke passionately about the emotional aspects of the breast cancer journey and how having a strong support system, a spiritual connection and an optimistic outlook can help affected live life to its fullest.

The staff praised the activity and welcomed the opportunity to participate in similar sessions in the future to discuss general and specific health and wellness topics, its impact, and how to better respond to the changes it brings to the workplace.

The event was organized by the Mrs. Andrea James-Wattley, the Employee Relations Officer and was held at the TDC Home and Building Depot, which is also currently celebrating ‘Pinktober’, its annual Breast Cancer Sales and Outreach Programme.

Picture – Ms. Mulik Walters and Mrs. Valarie McIntosh speaking to staff about Breast Cancer and its impact



Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 16, 2023 – Former West Indies Cricketer, Mr. Keeth Arthurton is the third winner of the St. Kitts Nevis Anguilla Trading and Development Company Limited (TDC) EC$50K Mega Raffle.

Mr. Arthurton emerged as the September winner from amongst 33,854 entries, was presented with his prize at the handing-over ceremony at the TDC Automotive Department, St. Kitts, on Thursday 12 October 2023.

The longstanding customer who shopped at the TDC Home and Building Depot on Nevis, considers it a blessing to win the EC$10,000.00, having recently experienced financial constraints with the renovation of his family home, in Jessups, on Nevis.

“I am delighted, this a blessing. There have been some experiences where you wish you are able to get things done at a particular time, especially as I now in the process of renovating my home,” said Arthurton.  

The excited winner in receiving his cheque took the time to encourage others to shop with TDC, while praising the company for organizing the raffle.

“Customers should shop at TDC especially as the company still lives up to its former motto, “TDC for Service, TDC for Quality, TDC Your Company.” It is always giving back to the community and what is happening now is just a reward for me.”

TDC Client Relations and Marketing Manager, Mr. Kashka Thompson, who was also on hand stated, “We congratulate Mr. Arthurton on being our third winner. Through this campaign, we have seen an increase in sales, entries, and signups for our Mega Rewards Incentive Programme since the introduction of our 50K Raffle. This means our customers truly understand its value.”

He added, “With just two months left, now is the time for our many patrons to increase their chances of winning. For those who have not signed up for the TDC Mega Rewards Programme, do so now, because as you can see, “loyalty has its privileges.”

Shoppers can sign up at any retail store or scan the sign-up QR codes in promotional posters, digital media or by accessing the link https://bit.ly/TDCMegaRewards. Hire-purchase customers are also eligible and will receive one entry per contract. Shoppers spending EC$250 or more can win up to EC$50,000.00, as their entries will roll over every month until November 2023.

The TDC 50K Mega Raffle is one of the flagship events of the company’s 50th Anniversary celebrations, currently being held under the theme, “Your Neighbour, Your Partner, Your Future.”

Picture – An elated Mr. Keeth Arthurton, the third winner in the TDC 50K Mega Raffle is all smiles his EC10,000 TDC 50K Symbolic Winner’s Cheque



Basseterre, St. Kitts – The TDC Home and Building Depots are celebrating Pinktober in the month of October to help increase public awareness of breast cancer.

The retail stores month-long sales and promotional event dubbed, “Pinktober” is designed to draw even more attention to the ongoing national breast cancer efforts with a Pink Sale, giving patrons up to seventy-five percent discount on a wide variety of products at both locations.

Pink Friday Flash Sales forms part of the offering, where customers have opportunities to receive exclusive offers on selected items in store and online for limited time, every Friday.

The campaign also has a community outreach programme, where each location has set up a “Pink Room.” A private and confidential space in-house that opens every Saturday. On Solidarity Saturdays, customers and the wider public, (women and men) can take advantage of the free breast screenings offered by a team of certified and trained health professionals, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The sessions will give screened persons a chance to qualify for a chance to win a free mammogram, along with counselling and referral services, where necessary, to reinforce the message that “early detection saves lives.”

Pinktober is one of several annual activities on the TDC Home and Building Depots eduseries agenda. It is specifically designed to inform customers and staff through education about breast cancer, screening, symptoms, and treatment. It also further demonstrates the companies’ commitment to giving hope to the survivors and inspiration to others who are impacted by the deadly disease.

Picture – TDC Home and Building Depot (St. Kitts) lit in Pink in support of breast cancer awareness



Basseterre, St. Kitts – Ms. Kaylieyonna Robin, the newly crowned In Ya Kitchen Top Junior Chef, has been recognized for her outstanding culinary skills by the TDC Home and Building Depot on St. Kitts.

In a brief ceremony held at the TDC Home and Building Depot on the Frigate Bay Road, Mr. Iston Williams, Senior Manager, presented the cooking genius with a Whirlpool 30-inch Gas Range valued at over three thousand five hundred dollars for her exceptional performance in the ‘Battle of the MyPlate’ finals.

“On my own behalf, the TDC Home and Building Depot management team and by extension the TDC Group it is my pleasure to present you with this brand-new Whirlpool 30-inch Cooker as the winner of the 2023 In Ya Kitchen Junior Top Chef Competition. We are very proud of your recent success. Congratulations.”

He added, “This gesture is our way of nurturing young talent and promoting culinary excellence within our community. We know you will put this gift to good use, as you continue your culinary journey, Chef Robin”, said Williams.

In accepting the most welcome gift, the beaming young chef expressed her appreciation to the retail store for her efforts in the recently held competition.

“Thank you, Mr. Williams and the TDC Home and Building Depot for this wonderful gift. I am very excited. This stove will surely serve me well,” she said.

The presentation was attended by her proud mother, Dahlia Robin, who is also a bona fide chef, her siblings, the In Ya Kitchen Team, and staff of the TDC Home and Building Depot were on hand to congratulate the young culinary genius.

Robin a fifth former at the Washington Archibald High School out cooked her other two competitors in the cooking showdown on Sunday 17th September, 2023, at the La Cucina Restaurant in the St. Kitts Marriott Resort and The Royal Beach Casino.

Picture – Kaylieyonna Robin, In Ya Kitchen Junior Top Chef poses for a photo with Mr. Iston Williams, Senior Manager, TDC Home and Building Depot (St. Kitts) following the presentation ceremony