Archive for 2010

November 24th, 2010

Trinidad Juices for World Diabetes Day

Global attention has been turned toward the Awareness and Prevention of Diabetes. With more than 170,000 people affected in Trinidad alone, it’s no wonder a brand like Trinidad Juices was invited to participate in the Rotary Club of Princess Town’s dedication to World Diabetes Day. On November 14th they hosted their Tea, Fashion and Fellowship Evening, in aid of children with Diabetes.

The Orange, Grapefruit and Pineapple unsweetened flavours, are an excellent choice for people with Diabetes, and have all been approved by the Diabetics Association of Trinidad and Tobago. Read the rest of this entry »

November 24th, 2010

Fruta Sorrel Culinary Classics

Fruta Sorrel is a hit!

With Christmas around the corner, everyone is on the lookout for the signature drink of the season – Sorrel! Fruta found the perfect opportunity to introduce its new Fruta Sorrel flavour at Saturday’s Professional Culinary Classics, hosted by the Trinidad and Tobago Group of Professional Associations.

Surrounded by an array of exquisite and creative dishes, cooked and served by over 100 local chefs, Fruta Sorrel complemented the festive Christmas aura perfectly. Among the distinguished guests, was President Mr. Maxwell Richards. He commended The Association on their successful venture, and took the opportunity to stress the importance of giving to the less fortunate in the spirit of Christmas. Read the rest of this entry »

November 24th, 2010

Cause water is fun – Grab an Oasis!

Never a truer phrase, as sung in the new upbeat radio ad for Oasis water. Oasis was a splash of excitement and energy at Hott 93’s Polar Plunge Anniversary event at the Anchorage on October 24th, for which the brand was also a sponsor.

The event was action packed, centered around the first ever Jet Ski beach race from San Fernando to Anchorage, the M&Ms Polar Plunge – where people dived into a pool of ice to find sunken coins, and the ultimate hot dog eating competition where men and women wolfed down foot long, heavily loaded hot dogs for prizes.  Impossible without Oasis water to wash it down, every competitor had to top off their hefty meal with a 400ml bottle of Oasis water! Read the rest of this entry »

November 24th, 2010

Connecting the Caribbean and Central America

Dr. Aleem Mohammed sits on a panel of CARICOM entrepreneurs

“To bring together the major entrepreneurs from the Caribbean and Central America, to identify new business and trade opportunities for the region, with the focus on action.”

This was the key objective of the conference on October 20th, of which Dr. Aleem Mohammed of SM Jaleel & Co. Ltd was a panelist, hosted by the Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce (TTIC), in conjunction with the Association of Caribbean States (ACS) and the Camara de Industria de Guatemala. Read the rest of this entry »

October 28th, 2010

SMJ Jaleel Pre Elite Primary School Tennis Program 2

Fruta and Oasis Water sponsors children’s tennis in Tobago

The professional tennis career of one young man, Yohansey Williams, son of THA and successful tennis coach in Tobago, Anthony Williams, is about to take off, and SM Jaleel & Co. Ltd is thrilled to have been part of his success.

Yohansey has registered in the IMG-Bolletieri Academy, Florida, USA, and is ready, albeit a little nervous to embark on his exciting, professional career. His love for tennis was nurtured on the humble home courts in Tobago under the guidance of his father, Anthony, in the program which is currently sponsored by SM Jaleel & Company Ltd. Read the rest of this entry »

October 8th, 2010

American Classic Cola 6pack

More refreshment, more chill, more convenience, more value for money with new American Classic six pack cans. The six packs were launched in Trinidad in August, will be coming soon to the rest of the Caribbean.

October 5th, 2010

Miss Viva takes home the Miss Petite Jamaica crown!

Pulse Caribbean Model Search

Miss Petite Jamaica –Lara George (Miss Viva)

On September 5th, Miss Viva, Lara George, copped the title of Miss Petite Fashion Model at the Pulse Caribbean Model Search, at the Wyndham Hotel in Jamaica. Viva Water was proud to sponsor the endearing Lara, one of more than one hundred hopefuls in the competition. The four titles up for grabs in the premier event this year were Fashion Model, Petite Fashion Model, Male Face, and Full-figured model. Read the rest of this entry »

October 5th, 2010

From Trash to Cash

From Trash to Cash takes our environmental efforts to the island of St. Vincent. SM Jaleel & Co. Ltd. has teamed up with Bryden & Partners (SVG) Ltd., on a worthwhile recycling campaign. For every kilogram of Cole Cold, Busta, Chubby, Fruta and Viva empty bottles that is bagged and sent to Bryden & Partners (SVG) Ltd., for recycling, the consumer will be paid cash in return. Together we will combat pollution and preserve the environment, one empty bottle at a time. Read the rest of this entry »

September 24th, 2010

Fruta UWI Orientation Week

Fruta was a burst of colour and life at UWI’s Orientation week, September 1st -11th, 2010. Among the other displays at the St. Augustine Campus, Fruta stood out with its vibrant 20 x 20 presentation, complete with a host, product, branding, fun activities, smiling representatives, and premium giveaways.

The Fruta games were a favourite with the crowd. Scores of onlookers assembled to see students chug Fruta in “drink-up” challenges, and do things like push-ups for prizes. A number of creative activities ensued, all of which entertained the crowd and provided easy opportunities for patrons to win prizes. Read the rest of this entry »

September 21st, 2010

Turbo Sponsorship – Dover’s Raceway

Jamaican Race Driver’s Club – Dover’s Raceway

We got our Turbo hooks into this year’s motor racing circuit, at the Dover Raceways in Jamaica, hosted by the Jamaica Race Drivers Club.  The event which spanned four days in the year, took place on Easter Monday, Labour Day, Independence Day, and Heroes Day. Read the rest of this entry »