Aug. 28, 2025 By Athena Dawson

The Greater Jamaica Development Corporation (GJDC) celebrated Black Business Month in downtown Jamaica on Tuesday, Aug 12.

In celebration of the yearly calendar event, the GJDC held a Black Business Month Expo at its Greater Nexus co-working space, located at 89-14 Parsons Blvd.

The event featured five local black-owned businesses, including Llew-Lu’s Gourmet Cookies, Beauty On Wheels and Natural Napes Natural Hair and Skin Care. Additionally, attendees were invited to a panel discussion led by guest speakers Dawn Kelly, owner of The Nourish Spot, Dan Lloyd, CEO of Policy and Culture, and Jeff Lindor, founder and CEO of The Gentleman’s Factory Inc. Food and beverages were provided by Queenz Bakery.

Patricia Robinson, chief administrative officer of GDJC,

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