Introducing the inaugural Caribbean POSH ICON WOMAN Awards Cultural Preservation and Promotion category!
Updated: May 9
Introducing the inaugural Caribbean POSH ICON WOMAN Awards Cultural Preservation and Promotion category! We are thrilled to invite you to explore and get familiar with all the incredible nominees in this category. These talented individuals have made significant contributions to the arts and culture scene in the Caribbean region. We encourage you to follow them, get to know their work, and join us in celebrating their achievements. Let’s shine a spotlight on these remarkable women who are shaping and enriching the artistic landscape of the Caribbean.
Join us in St Thomas, United States Virgin Islands on June 28, 2024, at the Harbor 360 in Yacht Haven Grand. For ticket details and more information, make sure to visit our event website. Let’s come together and honor these remarkable women in style!
Amashika Lorne, has dedicated her career to catalyzing positive transformations and crafting solutions to complex societal issues. Hailing from Jamaica, Amashika’s journey toward impactful change commenced at Wolmer’s High School for Girls, where she laid the groundwork for her future endeavors. She honed her intellect and skills at the esteemed University of the West Indies, graduating in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science degree in International Relations.
Amashika’s professional odyssey has been a tapestry of versatility and excellence, threading through various sectors with finesse. With a passion for project management and marketing, she amassed invaluable experience that would later mold her into a consummate leader. Recently, she concluded her 2-year tenure as the Operations Manager for WiPay Jamaica, a leading fintech company in the Caribbean, facilitating seamless payment solutions for individuals and businesses. Concurrently, she spearheads Amashika & Associates Limited, a boutique public relations and communications firm based in Kingston, Jamaica, founded in 2019. Through her agency, she empowers individuals and organizations to enhance their messaging and execute impactful campaigns. Notably, her firm published a Jamaican-themed coloring book titled “Chat Tu Mi & Colour” in October 2019, aimed at nurturing creativity, alleviating child stress, and preserving Jamaican folklore and language. This has also lead to a lot of partnerships and activities with children – partnership with Reggae Month Secretariat in 2021 and 2022 for children-centric workshops for children and receiving the 207th Points Of Light Award from the United Kingdom.
Beyond her corporate engagements, Amashika emerges as a fervent champion for causes dear to her heart. Amashika advocates for children’s rights, art development, environmental conservation, and women’s empowerment, reflecting her multifaceted commitment to societal betterment. Her endeavors in environmental advocacy earned her the prestigious Francis Paco Kennedy Champion for the Environment Award from the KSAMC in 2015.
Amashika’s leadership shone brightly amid the adversity of the Covid-19 pandemic. Serving as the Project Manager of the E-Commerce National Delivery Solution (ENDS), a pivotal national initiative in Jamaica, she played a pivotal role in establishing an e-commerce directory, facilitating seamless operations for businesses, delivery providers, and regulators during the pandemic. ENDS garnered notable acclaim, receiving a business award from the RJRGLEANER Awards in 2021.
Amashika extends her impact beyond her professional capacities through her engagement with various organizations. As a Director for Action Art International, she contributes to the organization’s mission of driving positive change through art. Additionally, her entrepreneurial acumen led to the establishment of Amashika & Associates Limited, specializing in public relations, media management, and bookings.
With over 12 years of experience in media, Amashika has left an indelible mark as a television presenter. From her tenure as the host of “Healthy You” on TVJ in 2012-2013 to her four-year stint as the lead female presenter for “CVM At Sunrise” on CVM from 2018 to 2021, she has captivated audiences and disseminated vital information with aplomb.
Most recently, she was named the event ambassador for Image – The International Music Festival, which will see its 4thstaging taking place at Bikini Beach in Portland this Easter Weekend. Through this partnership, she will utilize a range of her skills – to guide the PR and communication of the team, conduct interviews with purveyors related to the entertainment space as well as explore attractions in the parish to guide persons to curate their Easter Weekend plans.
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