Four St. Lucians Selected for YLAI 2025 Fellowship through SLUDTERA’s Initiative

17th December 2024

By SLUDTERA Inc

SLUDTERA Inc. proudly announces that four St. Lucians have been selected as Fellows for the 2025 Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Fellowship. This achievement is part of the St. Lucians for YLAI initiative, led by SLUDTERA Founder Michelle N. Samuel, herself a 2017 YLAI Alumna.

The initiative, established to empower local entrepreneurs through global opportunities, has supported the selection of St. Lucians for YLAI since 2018. This year’s Fellows are:

Berlina James: Culinary Director of Foodscapades by Tafari, Berlina uses her expertise in culinary arts to address community issues and empower youth, with a focus on fostering a business-minded community. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/foodscapades

Tanzania Mathurin: Co-Founder and COO of Safi Tours, Tanzania promotes sustainable agro-tourism, environmental stewardship, and community development across the Caribbean. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/SafiToursNatureHikeAndCampSoufriereStLucia

Jordann Norbert: CEO of EcoFood Training and Certification Agency, Jordann champions sustainability in the food industry while tackling food security and waste management. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/ecofoodagency

Keeghan Patrick: CEO of Orbtronics Ltd, Keeghan innovates in software development, STEM education, and engineering consultancy, with a focus on expanding community contributions. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/orbtronicsltd

The YLAI Fellowship, a U.S. Department of State initiative, provides participants with immersive training, professional development, and mentorship opportunities to enhance their entrepreneurial impact.

For more information about the St. Lucians for YLAI initiative, visit https://sludtera.org/st-lucians-for-ylai-2.

About SLUDTERA Inc.:
SLUDTERA Inc. is a business development and social impact consulting firm specializing in fostering sustainable businesses while positively impacting our community. Our core focus areas include business community social impact, business education, and skills training.

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