Virgin Islands Small Biz Showcase
38 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 7 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingThis show was created to highlight and promote the many local small businesses at an international level. In a 30-minute format, the show is intended to help them let their prospects know about local products and services before they arrive on vacation or on business. Businesses will be interviewed on a randomly selected basis.
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Alliah Escobar, Pistarckle Theater Intern, in the Past 3 Weeks
August 25, 2017 17:30 - 30 minutes - 27.1 MBAlliah Escobar, a lovely 18-years-old young lady and Pistarckle Theater Intern, will be a Senior next school year at Charlotte Amalie High School on St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands. As a recent Intern during the last 3 weeks of this summer, Alliah could be found faithfully working Monday through Thursdays from 10 am to 3 pm every day. There is the possibility that she may continue to work post-school hours when she returns to school. There is also the possibility that Alliah is interested in...
The Pistarckle Moment: Upcoming Events!
August 18, 2017 17:30 - 31 minutes - 28.3 MBSupport Pistarckle Theater, a non-profit 501c3 organization doing wonderful work in the Virgin Islands. Their programs are made possible by generous donations by people like you! St. Thomas/St. John Chamber Business After Hours Thursday, Sept 21, 2017 at 5:30-7:30 pm.Save the Date for the annual St. Thomas/St. John Chamber Business After Hours. Packed are 2 of the best business social hours on the island into this event! Business social networking, a scene from a Pistarckle Theater play, you...
What's Up, StartUp: Platinum Fitness USVI & D & H Fashions
August 16, 2017 19:30 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MBPlatinum Fitness USVI, located in the Havensight Mall Shopping Center, Suite 4, on St. Thomas, USVI, provides the equipment, expertise, motivation, and atmosphere that will enable people of all fitness levels to achieve their individual fitness goals. Platinum Fitness USVI understands that exercise may be fun for some, but not everyone, and a downright a struggle for others. Platinum Fitness USVI believes open communication between their management team and their members will help make achie...
Pistarckle Moment: Benefits of Registering Early
August 11, 2017 17:30 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MBPistarckle Theater will present youth actor performances on Thursday, August 17, 7:00 pm of original plays written by students ages 11–17, created during this year’s Summer Playwrighting Camp. During the 4-weeks session, students participated in playwright training & development of new plays, lessons on character development, scene study, plot, setting, & stage directions. This popular STARZ Leadership/Playwrighting Camp is sponsored by The Virgin Islands (VI) Dept. of Labor. This camp focus...
What's Up, StartUp Supports Euell Aira Nielsen & Suzette Chinnery Jackson
August 09, 2017 19:30 - 31 minutes - 27.9 MBEuell Aira Nielsen, of Sewell, NJ, recently relocated to St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. Euell has operated several small businesses, to include, Herstories (historical portrayals), Twist This (balloon twisting), Island Treazures (handmade crafts) & Dimaje (photography). Her interests and hobbies include animals, reading & researching, spending time with family, traveling, riding her bike, photography, crafting, genealogy, & historical research. In March 2017, Euell received an award for her 62+...
The Pistarckle Moment: New-to-Launch Pistarckle Theater 'Actor's Registry'
August 04, 2017 17:30 - 30 minutes - 27.3 MBPistarckle Theater is in the beginning stages of developing a Virgin Islands 'Actor's Registry.' Once completed, it will offer local actors (or actor-wannabe's) a platform to promote themselves, as well as a comprehensive resource for information such as upcoming auditions across the VI; stateside producers that are filming in the VI, and seeking local actors; opportunities to participate in Acting Workshops, and more. Playwrighting Camp: Youth Performances – Come and enjoy performances by y...
StartUp VI Promotes and Supports Entrepreneurs Kim Warrell and Deloise Charles
August 02, 2017 19:30 - 31 minutes - 28.1 MBThe word is out! Thanks to the millions who have viewed the online video viral sensation: Everyone wants Cherish™! There is only 1 authentic Cherish™ brand & you can only get it from 1 place, Kim Warrell's Nspire Network™! To accommodate the overwhelming demand for her product, Kim's now accepting PRE-ORDERS for the next huge delivery of inventory that is currently being manufactured. If you want to be 1 of the 1st to receive Cherish™, please visit Kim by clicking on the link below for mor...
StartUp VI Promotes and Supports Michelle Perry May's Two Hats
July 26, 2017 19:30 - 33 minutes - 29.7 MBMichelle Perry May is a passionate woman, visionary, and teacher at heart, who loves and believes the personal and spiritual life she has chosen, the love she has shared and the career path she has taken, afford her the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others. The two hats of Michelle Perry-May: Professional Singer and Entrepreneur, but Michelle claims to be "MANY THINGS: Lover, Mother, Healer, Grandmother, Entrepreneur, Sister, Leader, Giver, Womanchild, Visionary, Teacher...
The Pistarckle Moment Greets Frank Bartolucci, the Resident Director
July 21, 2017 17:30 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MBMr. Bartolucci brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Pistarckle Theater. Here's a brief scan of his career: Frank has directed over 50 plays for Pistarckle Theater since 2003 as a freelance and Resident Director. And a few of the musicals include A Little Shop of Horrors; The All-Night Strut; Rent; The Rocky Horror Show; Hair; Cabaret; Chicago; Rock of Ages; and Sister Act and a few of the plays were: American Buffalo; Red; Proof; Venus in Fur; A Steady Rain; Love Letters; and P...
StartUp VI Promotes and Supports Mon Cheri Café!
July 19, 2017 19:30 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MBGood morning from Mon Cheri Café ??. Do you ? coffee? Of course, you do. And, we have a confession, we do too! ?? Come in for your morning cup of coffee or fav coffee drink & while you are here, try one or two of our delectable fresh baked goodies. See you soon! LUNCH TIME @ Mon Cheri Cafe! Monday's Soup ~ Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup ~ Coffee BBQ Wings ~ Fresh Salads ~ Vegan Quinoa Salad ~ And, more...delicious choices at Mon Cheri Cafe Nisky Center. LUNCH TIME @ Mon Cheri Cafe! How abo...
Pistarckle Moment: Next Up with a Sneak Preview of 2017-18 Play Season
July 14, 2017 17:30 - 31 minutes - 28 MBMeet Matt Hamilton-Kraft, Camp Instructor & Grant Writer & get ready for the 2017 Playwriting & Leadership Camp, July 24 – Aug 17 for ages 11-16 years. At the end of the 4-week program, students perform their works for the community. Did you know that the Pistarckle Theater offers several Youth Center & Programs? Yes, they do and here they are with a sneak preview of events! * Pistarckle Youth Program National Award Finalist – NAHYP, Mon, Jul 3, 2017 12:00 pm – Thu, May 3, 2018 11:00 pm * ...
StartUp VI: Entrepreneurship Camp and Exotic Local Juices
July 12, 2017 19:30 - 32 minutes - 28.7 MBStartUp VI, Inc., a US Virgin Islands corporation, was created to assist USVI small businesses develop & expand their entrepreneurship; to urge recovery from within; to promote local, regional, & international sales; & to foster the development of new & innovative concepts to create new business opportunities. As a voluntary organization of business & professional business people who are dedicated to promoting their economic growth & vitality of the Virgin Islands business community, the str...
The Pistarckle Moment: 2017 Camp: Disney's the Lion King Jr. - Reset
July 07, 2017 17:30 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MBA huge thank you to the musicians, contributors of raffle prizes, volunteers, and everyone else who made last Sunday's MusicFest for KidZ such a success! Starz Musical Theater Summer Camp for Youth: Disney's The Lion King JR with Music & Lyrics by Elton John & Tim Rice. Additional Music & Lyrics by Lebo M. Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin & Hans Zimmer. Book By: Roger Allers & Irene Mecchi and Based on the Broadway. Production directed by Julie Taymor. Times: 9:00 am-3:00 p. Monday-Friday. Perform...
StartUp VI, Inc. Promotes and Supports Small Businesses in the US Virgin Islands
July 05, 2017 19:30 - 31 minutes - 28 MBStartUp VI, Inc., a US Virgin Islands corporation, was created to assist USVI small businesses develop & expand their entrepreneurship; to urge recovery from within; to promote local, regional, & international sales; & to foster the development of new & innovative concepts to create new business opportunities. As a voluntary organization of small businesses dedicated to promoting economic growth & vitality of the Virgin Islands business community, the strength of StartUp VI, Inc. lies in its ...
Dr. Vincentia Paul-Constantin & Team Bring Home Private Mental Health Services
June 27, 2017 18:00 - 31 minutes - 27.9 MBDr. Vincentia Paul-Constantin & her team bring home Educational and Mental Health Services. The CW Educational & Behavioral Center, with Dr. Paul-Constantin, Director, & Ms. Jessica B. Whyte, Assistant Director, to offer services Sept. 10, 2017, in the Virgin Islands. In the meanwhile, they will host a series of informational sessions on St Thomas & St. Croix. The purpose of these meetings is to outline the services CW will provide & obtain community feedback. Their basic mission is to promo...
The Pistarckle Moment: It's All about the MusicFest for KidZ
June 23, 2017 17:30 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MBAngelo Ortiz is back to remind you that the first-ever MusicFest for KidZ becomes a reality on Sunday, June 25th from 11 am to 5 pm. What is the MusicFest for KidZ? It is a fund-raising opportunity when a great selection of St. Thomas' most talented musicians take to the stage in Tillett Gardens to share their own compositions throughout the day. Why? All the fanfare will benefit Pistarckle Theater's Summer Youth Camp Programs: StarZ Camp #1 is The Musical Theater Camp with this year's feat...
The Pistarckle Moment: The First-ever MusicFest for KidZ
June 16, 2017 17:30 - 31 minutes - 28.1 MBSAVE THE DATE! Come enjoy the island's most talented musicians as they take to the stage in picturesque Tillett Gardens to share their own compositions throughout the day on SUNDAY, JUNE 25th, from 11 am to 5 pm. All to benefit Pistarckle Theater's Summer Youth Camp Programs: StarZ Camp #1 is The Musical Theater Camp, with this year's featured play - Disney's The Lion King JR. StarZ Camp #2 is the Leadership-Playwriting Camp. Special appearances by the island's youth musical students, fantas...
The Pistarckle Moment - Our Friday Surprise
June 09, 2017 17:30 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBWhat's going on at Pistarckle Theater this week and into the Summer Season? Well, let's a look! Pistarckle Theater Named Finalist for National Award in May 2017. The Pistarckle Theater Performing Arts Youth Program was recently named as 1 of 50 finalists in the 2017 National Arts &Humanities Youth Program (NAHYP). The Pistarckle Moment Radio Show airs every Friday at 1:30 pm Eastern with Etienne A. Gibbs, Talk Show Host & Executive Producer of Virgin Islands Small Biz Showcase. Learn more ...
The Pistarckle Moment: Let's Talk about Volunteering
June 02, 2017 17:30 - 31 minutes - 28.1 MBPistarckle Theater, a 501c-3 Non-profit organization in excellent standing, is recognized by the EDC & Dept. of Education. Volunteering is generally considered an altruistic activity where an individual or group provides services for no financial gain "to benefit another person, group, or organization". Thus, volunteers help to stretch the funding. Volunteering is also renowned for skill development & is often intended to promote goodness or to improve human quality of life. Volunteering has...
The Pistarckle Moment: Nikki & a Panel of Last Summer Youth & Their Parents
May 26, 2017 17:30 - 31 minutes - 28.1 MBNikki joins us with students and parents of Summer Camps gone by and announces this year's. 2017 Camp: Disney's The Lion King Jr' - Starz Musical Theater Summer Camp for youth Join us this summer as Pistarckle Stars take on Disney's The Lion King JR! This 6-week production camp is perfect for all of you curious, creative kids, 9 years +. Camp dates are June 19-July 30. Times: 9 am-3:00 pm, Mon-Fri. Performances will take place July 25-30 Open Registration: Mon-Fri May 22-26, 10 am-6 pm ...
The Pistarckle Moment: Angelo Ortiz, Pioneer Event Chair for the Summer Camps
May 19, 2017 17:30 - 31 minutes - 28.2 MBAfter Angelo Ortiz took on his 1st acting role in the production, Working, at Pistarckle Theater, he was inspired to help. He came up with an idea for a fundraiser to support Pistarckle's Summer Camps: 1. Learning Leadership Through Theater Playwrights Camp. This camp focuses on developing life & career skills via playwriting & theater performances with active learning. Participants engage in 3 learning domains: knowledge, skills, & attitudes (KSA), vital for dynamic & innovative 21st-centur...
The Pistarckle Moment's Debut: Nicola Emerich, Co-Founder, Pistarckle Theater
May 12, 2017 17:30 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MBCaribbean roots began for Nicola Emerich – known to most as Nikki, in 1988, when she & her young family left New York & moved to St. Thomas, intending to stay just 2 years. While in New York, Nikki was the Assistant Producer for Sardi’s Restaurant Murder on Broadway dinner-theater. At the same time, she also joined New York’s Ensemble Studio Theater as a freelance producer. Prior to New York, Nikki founded Perseverance Theater in Juneau, Alaska, establishing it as a leading regional theat...
The Nirvana Temple Brings Peace and Healing to St. Thomas
April 14, 2017 19:30 - 32 minutes - 28.6 MBIt is their goal to bring peace and healing to the community, the world, and charity work where it is needed. The Nirvana Temple is the real-life dream of Dr. May Trieu, located on St Thomas, US Virgin Islands overlooking Mandahl Salt Pond. Temple construction began three years ago and is still a work in progress. Engaged Buddhism is a term originally coined by Vietnamese Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. Mindfulness meditation practiced by anyone from any religious or cultural backgrounds and at...
Tribute to Muhammad Ali: The First Annual Rumble in the Bordeaux Mountains, #4
March 23, 2017 22:30 - 31 minutes - 27.5 MBYou are invited Sunday, March 26, 2017 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm at St. Thomas Bordeaux Market to an Official VI Celebration of the Life & Legacy of Muhammad Ali hosted by We Grow Food, Inc. With their mission to share the legacy of Muhammad Ali, The Greatest and to ignite Pride, Hope, & Respect in the hearts of our youth & VI community, this celebration is dedicated to our youth & end gun violence in the VI with a program subtitle of: A Vision of the Virgin Islands Centennial (1917-2017) & Voices...
Tribute to Muhammad Ali: The First Annual Rumble in the Bordeaux Mountains, #3
March 16, 2017 22:30 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MBYou are invited Sunday, March 26, 2017 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm at St. Thomas Bordeaux Market to an Official VI Celebration of the Life & Legacy of Muhammad Ali hosted by We Grow Food, Inc. With their mission to share the legacy of Muhammad Ali, The Greatest, and to ignite Pride, Hope, & Respect in the hearts of our youth & VI community, this celebration is dedicated to our youth & end gun violence in the VI with a program subtitle of: A Vision of the Virgin Islands Centennial (1917-2017) & Voice...
Tribute to Muhammad Ali: The First Annual Rumble in the Bordeaux Mountains, #2
March 09, 2017 22:30 - 30 minutes - 27.4 MBYou are invited Sunday, March 26, 2017 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm at St. Thomas Bordeaux Market to an Official VI Celebration of the Life & Legacy of Muhammad Ali hosted by We Grow Food, Inc. With their mission to share the legacy of Muhammad Ali, “The Greatest” and to ignite Pride, Hope, & Respect in the hearts of our youth & VI community, this celebration is dedicated to our youth & end gun violence in the VI with a program subtitle of: A Vision of the Virgin Islands Centennial (1917-2017) & Voic...
Tribute to Muhammad Ali: The First Annual Rumble in the Bordeaux Mountains
March 02, 2017 22:30 - 31 minutes - 27.8 MBYou are invited Sunday, March 26, 2017 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm at St. Thomas Bordeaux Market to an Official VI Celebration of the Life & Legacy of Muhammad Ali hosted by We Grow Food, Inc. With their mission to share the legacy of Muhammad Ali, “The Greatest” and to ignite Pride, Hope, & Respect in the hearts of our youth & VI community, this celebration is dedicated to our youth & end gun violence in the VI with a program subtitle of: A Vision of the Virgin Islands Centennial (1917-2017) & Voic...
Meet & Greet: A Plan to Put Social Media in Line with Virgin Islands Businesses
February 21, 2017 20:00 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MBDr. Amicitia (Cita) Gibson is the Founder & President of MGAA Professional Development Institute and ATIC & MG Center for Excellence (non-profit). She has dedicated her career to developing others in a plethora of diverse industries. She is an expert advocate of selecting and developing talent for leadership and business success who has held various leadership roles in industries such as non-profit and for-profits on the board of directors in corporations, ministries, state, local, Department...
Father and Son's Storage On Site, LLC Offers the Ultimate Storage Service
December 16, 2016 15:00 - 31 minutes - 28.2 MBA family-owned and family-run small business comprising Toby Slodden and his son, Chris Slodden, founded Storage On Site, LLC in 2007. They got their start over on the island of St. John and expanded to St. Thomas shortly after. They do not believe in cutting corners or any of the nonsense that is sometimes witnessed in the US Virgin Islands. They believe that the only way to have a successful business on an island is to value each and every customer. While there may not be millions of peop...
Oneness In Paradise: Looking Forward to Moving Forward
November 10, 2016 17:00 - 31 minutes - 28 MBOneness In Paradise is an event that is intended to bring the community together for some awesome praise and worship blessings in and for our community. Sinach, an awesome gospel singer out of Nigeria, is known for many worship songs, such as the Number One: I Know Who I Am that has crossed over into the secular market. Sinach will be having an Album Release on Thursday December first on St. Thomas and December second on St. Croix. Special guests artists are Marvia Providence who in awesom...
Dwayne DeGraff, Public Servant, Asks for Your Vote as Your Next Senator
October 18, 2016 22:30 - 4 minutes - 3.34 MBCome Election Day, November 8th, 2016, your vote or Dwayne DeGraff is a vote for a better Virgin Islands. Dwayne is the Real Deal who, not only cares about his community, but is determined to use his experience and skills to make a difference in the Virgin Islands. Get to know what he stands for and what he plans to do for you after the campaign dust settles. Visit him at his Campaign Headquarters on Back Street across from Virgilio’s and not too far from the Enid Baa Library and Archives....
VI Human Services Seeks Sponsors for Adopt-A-Family Campaign
October 14, 2016 17:00 - 32 minutes - 28.5 MBThe Virgin Islands Dept. of Human Services’ (VIDHS) Division of Children and Family Services is seeking sponsors for its annual Adopt-A-Family Holidays program. During the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, individuals, family members, friends, groups, schools, and organizations are asked to donate $80 to purchase a holiday meal or a gift certificate for families in the territory, according to a press release issued Wednesday by VIDHS. Commissioner-designee, Dr. Anita Roberts, Ph.D., said...
Kerry Harrigan, General Manager, Blue Executive Services & Transportation (BEST)
September 30, 2016 19:00 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MBPromising increased community involvement with renewed dedication to professional customer service, Blue Executive Services & Transportation (BEST) has won the taxi concession for the West Indian Co. Ltd. cruise ship dock on St. Thomas. “We’re definitely very enthusiastic and we will be putting an emphasis on polishing the image of the taxi industry in the islands,” BEST General Manager Kerry Harrigan told the Virgin Islands Free Press. Harrigan said he represents “250 to 300” taxi drivers ...
June Francis on a Journey to Everyone's Better Health
August 07, 2015 18:00 - 32 minutes - 28.5 MBTake Shape For Life ®’s innovative plans & products empower & equip you to create Optimal Health™ in your own life. Our comprehensive healthy lifestyle offering can help you safely & effectively reach & maintain a healthy weight & adopt habits for a lifetime of health. Scientifically Proven Products and Programs Our products are scientifically formulated with the right balance of carbohydrates, protein, fat, & sugar to help you burn fat & retain muscle.. Our plans are designed with you in m...
Save On Islands Mobile Marketing, Locally Owned Serving the Virgin Islands
July 03, 2015 14:00 - 32 minutes - 28.7 MBDescription: Save On Islands brings the power of Text Marketing to small and big business alike! We'll help you build your own customer list and market to them in the most effective ways possible. With new advances in technology, Mobile Marketing is now easy and affordable for businesses of all sizes. No other form of advertising gets a greater return on investment than Text Marketing! Text to Join, Text to Win, Text Surveys, Text Alerts, Text Polls and much more General Information: Save ...
E's Teahouse and Things Reawakening Garden Street
May 13, 2015 18:00 - 32 minutes - 28.6 MBE's Garden Tea House and Things is revolutionizing the tea industry by letting their customers create a blend that combines their favorite herbs and spices. With thousands of natural flavors from the Caribbean and around the world you have the opportunity to create a tea and call it yours! The management and staff of E's Garden Teahouse and Things believe that the calming sensation that comes from drinking tea is universal, and that the ingredients should reflect the various countries and cu...
Nayda Young and NaydaCoki Designs
March 13, 2015 11:00 - 31 minutes - 28.1 MBNaydaCoki Designs comes from the creative mind of Designer, Writer and Artist Nayda Young. Being an Designer for the over 30 years. NaydaCoki Designs offers you the ease and of look island chic without the expensive price tag. If you are looking for quality and beautiful clothing go no further than Nayda Designs. Originally from Norwalk, Connecticut, Nayda has established herself as the Go-to Lady when it comes to fashion, fashion designs, and fashion shows. She is a major participant of the...
Connors Farms, Smallest Farms, Biggest Smiles
February 11, 2015 18:30 - 31 minutes - 28 MBConnors Farms are unique in many ways! Unlike other farms, Connors Farms bring the fun to you wherever you may be! They offer great package deals for birthdays parties, school events, and community events. They have the island's smallest ponies and friendliest animals. Visit Connors Farms at www.Facebook.com/ConnorsFarms .