Join Joseph Cox in conversation with Stephanie Murdock— ChiefHuman Resources Officer, Barita Financial Group Limited — as they unpack the evolving landscape of performance management in the workplace. They discuss theneed for continuous assessment, the importance of training and development, the role of emotional intelligence in leadership, and how company culture impactsemployee retention. Emphasis is also placed on the changing dynamics of the workforce, particularly among younger generations, and the necessity for HR to adapt to these changes to remain relevant and effective.

     💡 Topics include:
Rethinking Performance Management

·      Continuous Assessment in the Workplace

·      The Importance of Training and Development

·      Emotional Intelligence and Company Culture

·      The Evolution of Workforce Dynamics

The Future of Human Resources🎯 The verdict? HR mustadapt to the changing workforce dynamics. It’s time to shift the narrative - younger workers prioritize flexibility and purpose in their jobs.
Also on the CBR Briefing: Passports, Pathways & Pressure: The New Caribbean Migration Economy

The programme is rounded out with the Market Watch and Global Pulse segments which cover both Regional and International Business News respectively

In this episode, Joseph Cox and Carole Beckford discussthe current state of sports in the Caribbean, focusing on the business aspects, challenges in sports marketing, the importance of data collection, and the role of policy in sports development. They explore how consumer engagement has evolved, the impact of iconic athletes on sports investment, and the future of sports in the region, emphasizing the need for better merchandising and economic opportunities. The CBR Briefing speaks to the "Hidden costs of Property Insurance". There is also the weekly Market watch and Global Pulse segments , covering the Caribbean Business News and International Business and Economic News

What does it take to unlock diaspora capital and scale Caribbean ventures globally? David Mullings—entrepreneur, investor, and CEO of Blue Mahoe Capital—joins us to break down the path from vision to execution. A must-listen for those serious about Caribbean transformation. This episode also contains the CBR Briefing - a weekly commentary which in this episode explores the issue: "Free Movement by Design but for Whom." This is followed by Market Watch - a weekly roundup of Caribbean Business News including Forex and Regional Stock Market . Next is Global Pulse which highlights leading international business stories which may impact on the Caribbean. This also includes a roundup of International Oil Prices and International Stock Markets

Special guest is Sanya Goffe, President of the Pension Industry Association of Jamaica and a Member of the World Pension Summit Advisory Board who discusses :Jamaica's Looming ⁠Pension Crisis - Time for a National ResetThis episode also contains the CBR Briefing - a weekly commentary which in this episode explores the issue: Fractures and Frontiers: Rethinking Caribbean Integration . This is followed by Market Watch - a weekly roundup of Caribbean Business News including Forex, Oil Prices and Stock Market Roundups. Next is Global Pulse which highlights leading international business stories which may also impact on the Caribbean

The Caribbean Business Review (CBR) Season 1, Episode 8, hosted by Joseph Cox, offers economic and financial analysis for the Caribbean region. The episode features a discussion with Dr. Devon Gardner, a senior partner at the Institute for Innovation and Growth, regarding Jamaica's decision not to renew the electricity monopoly license of the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPSCo) in 2027. This decision opens the door for significant power sector reforms, including exploring new technologies like renewables and potentiallyrestructuring the utility's operations. The episode also includes a "CBR Briefing" on the "pink tax," highlighting gendered pricing disparities in consumer goods and services across the Caribbean, urging for greater consumer awareness and policy intervention. Additionally, the"Market Watch" and "Global Pulse" segments provide regional business news, financial updates, and international economic trends, including the impact of a G7 agreement on global minimum tax rules on Caribbean nations and the region's readiness for AI-driven energy demands.

From Goldman Sacs to co-developing Jamaica’s largest solar plant — Angella Rainford's journey is a masterclass in purpose-driven investment. On this episode of Caribbean Business Review, we explore how she built Soléco Energy and Rekamniar Frontier Ventures, the Caribbean Investment Climate and purpose-driven Leadership across borders. This conversation is essential for entrepreneurs, investors, and changemakers influencing the Region's trajectory.In this episode the CBR Briefing speaks to "The Normalisation of Planning Breaches." Regional business news in reported on in Market Watch and the International Business news is covered in Global Pulse  

Watch the episode also on YouTube at the Caribbean Business Review channel.

Special guest is Dorothy Vernon-Brown, Marketing Automation Strategist speaking about "Marketing Authenticity". The episode also contains the CBR Briefing - a weekly commentary which in this episode explores the issue: Are we serious about doing business in the Caribbean? This is followed by Market Watch - a weekly roundup of Caribbean Business News including Forex, Oil Prices and Stock Market Roundups. Next is Global Pulse which highlights leading international business stories which may also impact on the Caribbean

Special guest is Frank Comito, Advisor, Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association. There is also the CBR Briefing - a weekly commentary, Market watch - a weekly roundup of Caribbean Business News including Forex, Oil Prices and Stock Market Roundups. This is followed by Global Pulse which highlights leading international business stories which may also impact on the Caribbean.