From left: Quantity surveyor Phil Turnbull at APEC and Conrad Jackson, architect at Loyld J Robinson and Associates, engage in a conversation addressing the challenges encountered in building in Jamaica and propose solutions for navigating through the design phase to project handover.
November 14, 2023
Business social
Day one of the second annual Throp X Conference unfolded at Travellers Beach Resort in Negril. Conceived by Winthrope “Throp” Wellington, the week will feature a series of in-depth discussions centred around investment strategies in Jamaica and the intricacies of real estate acquisition. This week-long event, November 13-17, comprises a series of networking events including an exclusive real estate tour. The Business Social has the highlights.
Shaniek Watson, mortgage loan officer at National Commercial Bank, discussed nuances in getting a mortgage in Jamaica to the audience at the second annual Throp X Conference.
From left: Delano Dowdie, Dr Tamara Chambers Richards, and Judy Dowdie, repatriates and property investors, along with ‘Throppers,’ members of the Throp X Investment Conference attendees, gathered on day one to delve into the intricacies of building in Jamaica.
Throp X’s platinum sponsor Kevin Frith, the developer of Sun Coast Beach Club, was present to answer questions about Jamaica’s hottest new development in St Thomas.
Moderator Amashika Lorne (far left) leads a panel discussion titled ‘The Ins and Outs of Purchasing Real Estate’ featuring realtor associate Maura Watson of DC Tavares & Finson Realty Limited; and Noel Phillips (right), realtor associate of Valerie Levy & Associates Limited. The insightful conversation explores how to navigate Jamaica’s thriving real estate industry.
New York native Winthrope ”Throp” Wellington, born of Jamaican heritage, inaugurated the second annual Throp X Conference at Travellers Beach Resort in Negril. Accompanied by the vibrant moderator, Amashika Lorne, the event will engage in strategic discussions with expert speakers on the nuances of investing and property ownership in Jamaica.
