Building Bridges, Passing Batons
Our 2025 theme, Building Bridges, Passing Batons, carries forward the spirit of our inaugural 2019 Awards. It underscores the power of connection, mentorship, and the intentional transfer of knowledge, values, and opportunities to the next generation of leaders.
Building Bridges, Passing Batons
Our 2025 theme, Building Bridges, Passing Batons, carries forward the spirit of our inaugural 2019 Awards. It underscores the power of connection, mentorship, and the intentional transfer of knowledge, values, and opportunities to the next generation of leaders.
The Brand YOUth NextGen 12
Fewer Names, Greater Impact.
- Dason Anthony
- Sade Barrow-Browne
- Dr. Anna Collins
- Yonnick David
- Sophia Dolphin
- Crystal Lam
- Richard Leo
- Abbigaile Loncke
- Urica Primus
- Sheena Scipio
- Pritipaul Singh Jr.
- Garfield A. Southwell
Why 12?
Core Messaging:
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Prestige Through Exclusivity
“Twelve honorees. Proven changemakers shaping Guyana’s future.” -
Community Over Volume
“While our 40 Under 40 built our network, the NextGen 12 strengthens it—with intentional connections, mentorship, and collaborative opportunities.” -
Brand YOUth’s Unique Spin
“This isn’t just an award—it’s an invitation to the Brand YOUth ecosystem, where access meets influence.” -
Recruitment Angle
“Not just a list. A launchpad. Honorees gain entry into W.O.B.Y. (Women of Brand YOUth), private roundtables, and a global platform to amplify their work.”
The Brand YOUth NextGen 12
Fewer Names, Greater Impact.
- Dason Anthony
- Sade Barrow-Browne
- Dr. Anna Collins
- Yonnick David
- Sophia Dolphin
- Crystal Lam
- Richard Leo
- Abbigaile Loncke
- Urica Primus
- Sheena Scipio
- Pritipaul Singh Jr.
- Garfield A. Southwell
Why 12?
Core Messaging:
- Prestige Through Exclusivity
“Twelve honorees. Proven changemakers shaping Guyana’s future.” - Community Over Volume
“While our 40 Under 40 built our network, the NextGen 12 strengthens it—with intentional connections, mentorship, and collaborative opportunities.” - Brand YOUth’s Unique Spin
“This isn’t just an award—it’s an invitation to the Brand YOUth ecosystem, where access meets influence.” - Recruitment Angle
“Not just a list. A launchpad. Honorees gain entry into W.O.B.Y. (Women of Brand YOUth), private roundtables, and a global platform to amplify their work.”
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Keynote Speaker: The Honourable Mme. Justice Roxane George-Wiltshire SC
- Special Guest Speaker: Dr. Vishnu Doerga, Brand YOUth 2019 Special Awardee
- Awardees: 12 exceptional young leaders, each sharing their inspiring stories in brief remarks
- Distinguished Attendees: Dignitaries, business leaders, and young entrepreneurs from across Guyana
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Keynote Speaker: The Honourable Mme. Justice Roxane George-Wiltshire SC
- Special Guest Speaker: Dr. Vishnu Doerga, Brand YOUth 2019 Special Awardee
- Awardees: 12 exceptional young leaders, each sharing their inspiring stories in brief remarks
- Distinguished Attendees: Dignitaries, business leaders, and young entrepreneurs from across Guyana
Program Overview
- Host: Mr. Selwyn Collins
- Date: April 25th, 2025
- Time: 6:00 PM
- Location: Exhibition Centre, Pegasus Hotel – Seawall Road Georgetown, Guyana
Program Overview
- Host: Mr. Selwyn Collins
- Date: April 25th, 2025
- Time: 6:00 PM
- Location: Exhibition Centre, Pegasus Hotel – Seawall Road Georgetown, Guyana
Categories of Recognition
We are proud to honor outstanding individuals in the following categories:
- Young Entrepreneurs
- Most Impactful Leaders
- Women Entrepreneurs
- Emerging Innovators
Categories of Recognition
We are proud to honor outstanding individuals in the following categories:
- Young Entrepreneurs
- Most Impactful Leaders
- Women Entrepreneurs
- Emerging Innovators
Sponsorship Opportunities
Join us as a sponsor and align your brand with an event that celebrates excellence, innovation, and youth empowerment. Your support will help us recognize and inspire the next generation of leaders while gaining visibility among key stakeholders and influencers.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Join us as a sponsor and align your brand with an event that celebrates excellence, innovation, and youth empowerment. Your support will help us recognize and inspire the next generation of leaders while gaining visibility among key stakeholders and influencers.
Bronze
Perfect for startups and small businesses looking to make an impact.
- 2 complimentary seats
- Logo placement on the Sponsor Branded Wall
- 1 digital banner displayed at the event
- Acknowledgement on our post-event social media posts about the Awards
Silver
Ideal for growing businesses ready to elevate their brand and expand their reach.
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- 4 complimentary seats
- Logo placement on the Sponsor Branded Wall
- 2 digital banners displayed at the event
- Acknowledgement on our post-event social media posts about the Awards
Gold
Designed for industry leaders committed to empowering the next generation.
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- 4 complimentary seats
- Logo placement on the Sponsor Branded Wall
- 4 digital banners displayed at the event
- Acknowledgement on our post-event social media posts about the Awards
WHY SPONSOR?
- Visibility: Gain exposure to a distinguished audience of dignitaries, business leaders, and young entrepreneurs.
- Brand Alignment: Associate your brand with youth empowerment, innovation, and leadership.
- Networking: Connect with influential stakeholders and emerging leaders in Guyana.
- Impact: Contribute to a meaningful initiative that celebrates and inspires the next generation of change-makers.
- Exclusive Access: Gain direct engagement opportunities at our Townhall Meet & Greet event, where you can interact with awardees, thought leaders, and young innovators shaping Guyana’s future.
WHY SPONSOR?
- Visibility: Gain exposure to a distinguished audience of dignitaries, business leaders, and young entrepreneurs.
- Brand Alignment: Associate your brand with youth empowerment, innovation, and leadership.
- Networking: Connect with influential stakeholders and emerging leaders in Guyana.
- Impact: Contribute to a meaningful initiative that celebrates and inspires the next generation of change-makers.
- Exclusive Access: Gain direct engagement opportunities at our Townhall Meet & Greet event, where you can interact with awardees, thought leaders, and young innovators shaping Guyana’s future.
OUR TOWN HALL & MEET & GREET
Sunday, April 26, 2025
Meet Some of Guyana’s Brightest Young Minds
Join us for an exclusive Townhall Meet & Greet on Saturday, April 26th where awardees, members of Brand YOUth Global, and invited members of the public will gather for meaningful conversations, networking, and celebration.
This is your opportunity to connect with local entrepreneurs, innovators, and thought leaders driving change and shaping Guyana’s future.
What to Expect
- Meet & Greet: Network with exceptional entrepreneurs and Brand YOUth members.
- Townhall Discussion: A dynamic conversation moderated by Selwyn Collins, featuring insights from awardees and inspiring entrepreneurs.
- Business Showcase: Discover locally-owned businesses making a significant impact.
2025 Awardees and Featured Entrepreneurs include:
- Abbigaile Loncke – Serial Entrepreneur & Chairwoman of the Women in Energy Guyana
- Dr. Anna Collins – Founder of Couture Smile
- Crystal Lam – Founder – Crystal Lam Designs. Co-Founder- Apex construction
- Dason Anthony – Founder of 592tees
- Garfield A. Southwell – Founder and Director of Countryside Products
- Pritipaul Singh Jr. – Managing Director – Guyana Port Inc.
- Richard Leo – Executive Director for Amcham Guyana
- Sade Barrow-Browne – FineArt.gy, Founder/CEO
- Sheena Scipio — Managing Director – Kayawen – Everything Indigenous
- Sophia Dolphin – Glo-See Marketing and PR
- Urica Primus – Founder – Stabroek Solutions
- Yonnick David – Fusion Hospitality INC, Managing Director
2019 Awardees and Featured Entrepreneurs include:
Continuing the legacy, we are honored to welcome back our 2019 Awardees, who remain influential in their fields and committed to progress:
- Anika Abel – Serial Entrepreneur & Chairwoman of the Women in Energy Guyana
- Christine DeCambra – Founder of Couture Smile
- Eldon Marks – Founder V75 Inc.
- Joshua Ramdehol – CEO Rose Ramdehol Group of Companies
- Evie Gurchurran – Girls in Tech Guyana, Java Coffee Bar, EMTEC,SITES Builders, and Co-Grow
- Dr. Vishnu Doerga – ActionINVEST Caribbean Inc. Chair
- Keisha Edwards, Renee Chester, Rowen Willabus, Dennon Lewis, Louanna Luther, Chetan Puran, Jewel Collier, John Housty, Vanda Allicock, Miguel Gurchurran and others.
Join us on Sunday, April 30, for an exclusive Townhall Meet & Greet where awardees, members of Brand YOUth Global, and invited members of the public come together for insightful interviews and networking. This is a unique opportunity to connect with young innovators and thought leaders shaping the future of Guyana.
- Logo placement on the Sponsor Branded Wall.
- Mention in our post-event social media and press engagements.
- Opportunity to engage directly with awardees and attendees.
Come for the insights, stay for the inspiration.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Meet Some of Guyana’s Brightest Young Minds
Join us for an exclusive Townhall Meet & Greet on April 27th where awardees, members of Brand YOUth Global, and invited members of the public will gather for meaningful conversations, networking, and celebration.
This is your opportunity to connect with local entrepreneurs, innovators, and thought leaders driving change and shaping Guyana’s future.
What to Expect
- Meet & Greet: Network with exceptional entrepreneurs and Brand YOUth members.
- Townhall Discussion: A dynamic conversation moderated by Selwyn Collins, featuring insights from awardees and inspiring entrepreneurs.
- Business Showcase: Discover locally-owned businesses making a significant impact.
2025 Awardees and Featured Entrepreneurs include:
- Abbigaile Loncke – Serial Entrepreneur & Chairwoman of the Women in Energy Guyana
- Dr. Anna Collins – Founder of Couture Smile
- Crystal Lam – Founder – Crystal Lam Designs. Co-Founder- Apex construction
- Dason Anthony – Founder of 592tees
- Garfield A. Southwell – Founder and Director of Countryside Products
- Pritipaul Singh Jr. – Managing Director – Guyana Port Inc.
- Richard Leo – Executive Director for Amcham Guyana
- Sade Barrow-Browne – FineArt.gy, Founder/CEO
- Sophia Dolphin – Glo-See Marketing and PR
- Urica Primus – Founder – Stabroek Solutions
- Yonnick David – Fusion Hospitality INC, Managing Director
2019 Awardees and Featured Entrepreneurs include:
Continuing the legacy, we are honored to welcome back our 2019 Awardees, who remain influential in their fields and committed to progress:
- Anika Abel – Serial Entrepreneur & Chairwoman of the Women in Energy Guyana
- Christine DeCambra – Founder of Couture Smile
- Eldon Marks – Founder V75 Inc.
- Joshua Ramdehol – CEO Rose Ramdehol Group of Companies
- Evie Gurchurran – Girls in Tech Guyana, Java Coffee Bar, EMTEC,SITES Builders, and Co-Grow
- Dr. Vishnu Doerga – ActionINVEST Caribbean Inc. Chair
- Keisha Edwards, Renee Chester, Rowen Willabus, Dennon Lewis, Louanna Luther, Chetan Puran, Jewel Collier, John Housty, , Vanda Allicock, Miguel Gurchurran
Come for the insights, stay for the inspiration.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Benefits for Silver and Gold Sponsors
- Logo placement on the Sponsor Branded Wall.
- Mention in our post-event social media and press engagements.
- Opportunity to engage directly with awardees and attendees.
Join us on Sunday, April 30, for an exclusive Townhall Meet & Greet where awardees, members of Brand YOUth Global, and invited members of the public come together for insightful interviews and networking. This is a unique opportunity to connect with young innovators and thought leaders shaping the future of Guyana.
- Logo placement on the Sponsor Branded Wall.
- Mention in our post-event social media and press engagements.
- Opportunity to engage directly with awardees and attendees.
Benefits for Silver and Gold Sponsors
- Logo placement on the Sponsor Branded Wall.
- Mention in our post-event social media and press engagements.
- Opportunity to engage directly with awardees and attendees.
Join us on Sunday, April 27, for an exclusive Townhall Meet & Greet where awardees, members of Brand YOUth Global, and invited members of the public come together for insightful interviews and networking. This is a unique opportunity to connect with young innovators and thought leaders shaping the future of Guyana.
Benefits for Silver and Gold Sponsors:
- Logo placement on the Sponsor Branded Wall.
- Mention in our post-event social media and press engagements.
- Opportunity to engage directly with awardees and attendees.
OUR TOWN HALL & MEET & GREET
Sunday, April 26, 2025
Meet Some of Guyana’s Brightest Young Minds
Join us for an exclusive Townhall Meet & Greet on April 26th where awardees, members of Brand YOUth Global, and invited members of the public will gather for meaningful conversations, networking, and celebration.
This is your opportunity to connect with local entrepreneurs, innovators, and thought leaders driving change and shaping Guyana’s future.
What to Expect
- Meet & Greet: Network with exceptional entrepreneurs and Brand YOUth members.
- Townhall Discussion: A dynamic conversation moderated by Selwyn Collins, featuring insights from awardees and inspiring entrepreneurs.
- Business Showcase: Discover locally-owned businesses making a significant impact.
2025 Awardees and Featured Entrepreneurs include:
- Abbigaile Loncke – Serial Entrepreneur & Chairwoman of the Women in Energy Guyana
- Dr. Anna Collins – Founder of Couture Smile
- Crystal Lam – Founder – Crystal Lam Designs. Co-Founder- Apex construction
- Dason Anthony – Founder of 592tees
- Garfield A. Southwell – Founder and Director of Countryside Products
- Pritipaul Singh Jr. – Managing Director – Guyana Port Inc.
- Richard Leo – Executive Director for Amcham Guyana
- Sade Barrow-Browne – FineArt.gy, Founder/CEO
- Sheena Scipio – Managing Director – Kayawen – Everything Indigenous
- Sophia Dolphin – Glo-See Marketing and PR
- Urica Primus – Founder – Stabroek Solutions
- Yonnick David – Fusion Hospitality INC, Managing Director
2019 Awardees and Featured Entrepreneurs include:
Continuing the legacy, we are honored to welcome back our 2019 Awardees, who remain influential in their fields and committed to progress:
- Anika Abel – Serial Entrepreneur & Chairwoman of the Women in Energy Guyana
- Christine DeCambra – Founder of Couture Smile
- Eldon Marks – Founder V75 Inc.
- Joshua Ramdehol – CEO Rose Ramdehol Group of Companies
- Evie Gurchurran – Girls in Tech Guyana, Java Coffee Bar, EMTEC,SITES Builders, and Co-Grow
- Dr. Vishnu Doerga – ActionINVEST Caribbean Inc. Chair
- Keisha Edwards, Renee Chester, Rowen Willabus, Dennon Lewis, Louanna Luther, Chetan Puran, Jewel Collier, John Housty, Vanda Allicock, Miguel Gurchurran and others.
Come for the insights, stay for the inspiration.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Benefits for Silver and Gold Sponsors
- Logo placement on the Sponsor Branded Wall.
- Mention in our post-event social media and press engagements.
- Opportunity to engage directly with awardees and attendees.
Join us on Sunday, April 30, for an exclusive Townhall Meet & Greet where awardees, members of Brand YOUth Global, and invited members of the public come together for insightful interviews and networking. This is a unique opportunity to connect with young innovators and thought leaders shaping the future of Guyana.
- Logo placement on the Sponsor Branded Wall.
- Mention in our post-event social media and press engagements.
- Opportunity to engage directly with awardees and attendees.
Benefits for Silver and Gold Sponsors
- Logo placement on the Sponsor Branded Wall.
- Mention in our post-event social media and press engagements.
- Opportunity to engage directly with awardees and attendees.
- Logo placement on the Sponsor Branded Wall.
- Mention in our post-event social media and press engagements.
- Opportunity to engage directly with awardees and attendees.
About Brand YOUth Global
Brand YOUth Global is a dynamic NGO dedicated to empowering young leaders and entrepreneurs in Guyana. Our mission is to celebrate excellence, inspire the next generation, and highlight the impact of youth-driven innovation and leadership across various industries.
Through initiatives like the Youth Entrepreneurial Awards, we recognize outstanding achievements and contributions made by young professionals, business owners, and community leaders who are shaping the future of Guyana.
A Movement of Movements
Brand YOUth is more than an organization—it’s a movement of purpose-driven entrepreneurs who create impact, add value, and build purposefully profitable companies. We activate the combined potential of young leaders and deliver value to society through transformative initiatives that address current needs and inspire progress.
Our Vision
To build a community of young innovators who drive sustainable growth, foster collaboration, and lead with purpose.
Our Impact
- Celebrating and empowering young visionaries through awards and recognition.
- Creating platforms for mentorship, networking, and knowledge-sharing.
- Inspiring the next generation to take bold steps toward innovation and leadership.
- Join us as we continue to celebrate excellence, inspire change, and build bridges for the future.
Join us as we continue to celebrate excellence, inspire change, and build bridges for the future.
About Brand YOUth Global
Brand YOUth Global is a dynamic NGO dedicated to empowering young leaders and entrepreneurs in Guyana. Our mission is to celebrate excellence, inspire the next generation, and highlight the impact of youth-driven innovation and leadership across various industries. Through initiatives like the Entrepreneurial Awards, we aim to recognize outstanding achievements and contributions made by young professionals, business owners, and community leaders who are shaping the future of Guyana.
Brand YOUth Global is a dynamic NGO dedicated to empowering young leaders and entrepreneurs in Guyana. Our mission is to celebrate excellence, inspire the next generation, and highlight the impact of youth-driven innovation and leadership across various industries.
Through initiatives like the Youth Entrepreneurial Awards, we recognize outstanding achievements and contributions made by young professionals, business owners, and community leaders who are shaping the future of Guyana.
Brand YOUth is more than an organization—it’s a movement of purpose-driven entrepreneurs who create impact, add value, and build purposefully profitable companies. We activate the combined potential of young leaders and deliver value to society through transformative initiatives that address current needs and inspire progress.
Our Vision
To build a community of young innovators who drive sustainable growth, foster collaboration, and lead with purpose.
- Celebrating and empowering young visionaries through awards and recognition.
- Creating platforms for mentorship, networking, and knowledge-sharing.
- Inspiring the next generation to take bold steps toward innovation and leadership.
- Join us as we continue to celebrate excellence, inspire change, and build bridges for the future.
Join us as we continue to celebrate excellence, inspire change, and build bridges for the future.
CONTACT US
Natasha Grenion – Ag. Company Secretary
info@brandyouth.org | +592 740 8737
MMG payment – 657-3390