labor shortages plaguing North American markets. While craft distilleries across the United States and Canada struggle with worker retention and rising wage pressures, Anand finds himself in an enviable position within the Caribbean’s abundant talent pool. “We actually are a little bit spoiled in Jamaica. We do have a large, talented employee base, and in most of the Caribbean, not just Jamaica, you’ve got high unemployment,” Anand explains. “So, attracting workers is not a big issue. Finding the right ones that are willing to work, that’s a different story.” The advantage isn’t just about availability. With unemployment rates consistently higher than developed markets, Caribbean employers can access skilled workers who might otherwise migrate to higher-paying regions. 32 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN VOLUME 12, ISSUE 06
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