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  • Celebrating Excellence in Engineering: A Look Back at the Bahamas Society of Engineers Annual Banquet

    Celebrating Excellence in Engineering: A Look Back at the Bahamas Society of Engineers Annual Banquet

    The Bahamas Society of Engineers (BSE) hosted its highly anticipated Annual Banquet, capturing the spirit of innovation, collaboration and unwavering dedication to progress within The Bahamas’ engineering community. 

    Held at Balmoral, the banquet brought together an inspiring mixture of engineers, industry leaders and government officials to celebrate the incredible achievements and contributions made to the field.  

    ALIV was honored to be a part of this special evening as a major sponsor, having the opportunity to support local talent and help shed a light on engineers who work tirelessly to support the integrity of our Bahamian communities.  

    As President of The Bahamas Society for Engineering and Chief Technology Officer at Cable Bahamas, Dr. Stephen Curran is personally dedicated to aiding the advancement of The Bahamas’ engineering landscape through building the engineering community.  

    “We are thrilled with the success of this year’s event,” said Dr. Stephen Curran. “The turnout and the recognition of our members’ accomplishments were a testament to the growing impact and importance of engineering in the development of our nation.” 

    Cable Bahamas’ President and CEO Franklyn Butler delivered an empowering keynote, emphasizing the vital role engineers play in bridging the digital divide in The Bahamas – a gap that ALIV and Cable Bahamas Group of Companies are working toward fulfilling daily by providing innovative technology solutions.  

    At ALIV, engineering is the driving force behind our forward-thinking vision. Every day, our engineers are implementing solutions that directly enhance the quality of our customers’ lives. From deploying the fastest LTE network in The Bahamas to ensuring its stability in the face of natural disasters, our engineers continue to the standard for innovation and execution in the region. 

  • Cable Bahamas Hosts Third Annual iNSPIREHER, Empowering 900+ Women and Students

    Cable Bahamas Hosts Third Annual iNSPIREHER, Empowering 900+ Women and Students

    Nassau, Bahamas – November 14th, 2024 – Cable Bahamas recently celebrated its third annual iNSPIREHER Conference at the Grand Ballroom Atlantis, welcoming over 900 women and students for a day of shared insights, encouragement, and empowerment. More than your usual conference, iNSPIREHER has become a movement—a unique space where women and girls gather to empower each other, spark meaningful conversations, and create pathways for change. It’s a day dedicated to uplifting voices, sharing wisdom, and strengthening the bonds that drive personal and community transformation. Each year, iINSPIREHER continues to evolve, igniting the passion and resilience that fuels the future of Bahamian women. 

    The event kicked off with a powerful morning session, welcoming 400 students from across The Bahamas into an atmosphere charged with energy, camaraderie, and celebration. Led by dynamic hosts Stacy Campbell and Manda Panda, the session became a lively space for self-expression and discovery, encouraging young minds to envision their potential and embrace their unique voices. Former NASA scientist and future astronaut Aisha Bowe delivered an inspiring keynote, sharing her journey from community college to becoming an aerospace engineer. Boasting the Bahamian flag on her spacesuit, Bowe engaged students in an interactive Q&A, encouraging them to explore entrepreneurship and embrace new challenges as paths to discover their talents. The session also featured a talk from 12-year-old author Zahra Bryan, who shared insights from her book Black Girl Magic and inspired attendees with her message of resilience. 

    In the evening, over 500 women gathered in the conference foyer, transformed into a vibrant marketplace showcasing Bahamian women-owned businesses. Attendees enjoyed handmade crafts, local fashion, and other products, fostering new connections with business owners and supporting local entrepreneurs. The evening session included impactful talks and panels from prominent Bahamian and international women. The “Candid Conversations” panel, with speakers Alannah Van Onselen of Bahama Hand Prints, Suzanne Pattusch from the Bahamas Hotel & Tourism Association, and Dr. Iyandra-Smith Brown, COO of Quantfury, shared insights on balancing careers and family as female leaders. Dr. Giavana Jones spoke on prioritizing mental health, dismantling the stigma around therapy, and overcoming perfectionism, while motivational speaker Jessica Lundy concluded the conference with a powerful keynote. She provided tools to navigate personal and professional setbacks with confidence and vigor. 

    “When I think about the legacy of my grandfather Sir Milo Butler and his mother Francis Butler, who was one of the founding members of the Women’s Suffrage Moment, I think about so many strong men that have really been built by so many strong women,” remarked President & Group CEO Franklyn Butler II. Franklyn shared that he will continue to be an ally to women and use his platforms to invest in and create spaces of opportunity and mentorship. 

    The success of this year’s iNSPIREHER Conference reinforces Cable Bahamas’ commitment to fostering a culture of leadership for Bahamian women and girls. The energy and inspiration shared in both sessions left participants feeling emboldened and uplifted, reflecting on the conference theme: Inspire, Elevate and Enrich.  
     
    Founded in March 1995, Cable Bahamas Ltd. (CBL) has evolved from a cable TV service provider to become the first communications provider in The Bahamas to offer ‘triple play’ service. Today, the 100% Bahamian-owned company is publicly listed on BISX with over 2,200 Bahamian shareholders. Our network includes 14 free-to-air broadcast systems, eight stand-alone cable TV systems, and four triple play systems, all networked by submarine fibre. As the only 100% Bahamian-owned communications provider, we deliver residential and corporate broadband internet, cable television, and fixed line calling to 99% of the Bahamian population, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. CBL is the controlling shareholder in BeALIV Limited, the second mobile licensee in The Bahamas, and owns 48.25% of the company’s common stock. CBL is led by Franklyn A. Butler II, the first Bahamian Group CEO & President. 

    For further Investor Relations & Media Inquiries: publicrelations@cablebahamas.com

  • Winning Our World Cups: Cable Bahamas Awards Several Employees at EPIC Luncheon

    Winning Our World Cups: Cable Bahamas Awards Several Employees at EPIC Luncheon

    Nassau, Bahamas – October 21, 2024 – Cable Bahamas Group celebrated excellence and dedication at its quarterly Epic Awards luncheon on October 21st, honoring employees who exemplify the company’s core values: Integrity, Performance, People, Community Leadership, Customer Focus, and Teamwork.  

    The Epic Awards is designed to spotlight those who go above and beyond in their roles, reinforcing a culture of excellence and commitment across the organization. This quarter’s luncheon, themed “Winning the World Cups,” highlighted the company’s strategic focus areas and celebrated several employees’ exemplary contributions to achieving these goals. Four winners were recognized in key categories, receiving cash prizes as a token of appreciation for their dedication to the company’s success:  

    • Staff Award: Quincy Cockborn – Engineering 
    • Supervisor Award: Tanya Turnquest – Finance 
    • Manager Award: Ebonette Bain-Minnis – Finance 
    • Director Award: Keshala Knowles – Human Resources 

    Attendees also enjoyed a lively performance by the Gerald Cash Primary School Rake & Scrape Band—a testament to Cable Bahamas’ dedication to celebrating and empowering Bahamian culture, not just through its products and services, but within its own corporate identity. 

    The next Epic Awards luncheon is set for January 2025, as Cable Bahamas continues its tradition in recognizing the exceptional impact of its employees every quarter.  

    For media inquiries please contact publicrelations@bealiv.com 

  • Stories of Connection: Finding Healing in Connection.

    Stories of Connection: Finding Healing in Connection.

    “There’s nothing left to do but live.” 

    Diagnosed at 23 and now a 17-year breast cancer survivor, Gandieze Fairweather-Reckley stood confidently in front of our camera, wearing her absolute best-in-pink, and shared with the world the moment her entire outlook on life changed.  

    “I vow to live until my time is up.”  

    In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, ALIV surprised several members of Gennie Dean Cancer Support Group with floral arrangements and brand new Nokia cell phones.   

    “Yes!” exclaimed a survivor, who had been yearning for a new phone to replace her old model. The room lit up with beaming faces and the women let out a in a series of cheers. 

    These women shared their incredible testimonies with us; we couldn’t help but notice that interwoven in each of their stories was the undeniable thread of finding healing in connection. 

    “I had a really strong family support,” said Gandieze. “I just had a lot of people around me that loved me…”  

    In came Yolanda Huyler, a survivor of stage 3 breast cancer. She flashed a warm smile to the camera as she shared that she has been cancer-free for seven glorious years. 

    “Hallelujah!” she yelled, pumping her fists to the sky with her eyes closed tight, recalling the moment she walked out of that clinic, never having to turn back. We asked her what gave her the strength to embrace life so fervently after her diagnosis.  

    “My faith. My family. My close friends that supported me,” Yolanda beamed, reflecting on all the connections that kept her going through one of the hardest moments of her life. 

    Then stepped into frame the daughter of the late Dennie Dean. 

    “The caretaker feels the journey as much as the patient,” she offered, reflecting on what it means to be on the outside looking in. Duquesa Dean didn’t understand her mother’s connection to the foundation at first, which was founded in 2012. This October marked 7 years since her mother, a hero to many women including Duquesa, passed away.  

    “Sometimes it was hard to walk through the sorrow with her as it relates to being isolated,” Duquesa passionately explained. “There were times when she spoke about being in the home while she was recovering, and it seemed like the four walls would be closing in against her…” Yes, she was walking through the journey with her mother, yet she still had to face the trial and error of balancing caretaking and other parts of her own life – like her career. She described the rollercoaster of taking on every emotion as a caretaker, whether it was trauma from the pain or empowering glimmers of encouragement.   

    “Those were some of the emotions. But at the end of it there was joy.”  

    Today, Duquesa is the Vice President of the Gennie Dean Caring Support Group, building a community that extends their arms toward breast cancer fighters and survivors and offer unwavering support to live a full, vibrant life. 

    At ALIV, we truly believe that life is shaped by the connections we build and maintain. There is healing in connection. Whether it’s through a kind gesture, a shared experience, or staying close to a support system, these connections remind us daily why It’s Good to Be ALIV. 

  • ALIV PARTNERS WITH THE BAHAMAS ESPORTS FEDERATION AND ATLANTIS TO HOST ESPORTS

    ALIV PARTNERS WITH THE BAHAMAS ESPORTS FEDERATION AND ATLANTIS TO HOST ESPORTS

    NASSAU, BAHAMAS – August 28
    th, 2024     – ALIV teamed up with the Bahamas Esports Federation (BESF) and Atlantis to host the inaugural Crush Counter Showdown on Saturday, August 24th.

    The Crush Counter Showdown is a premier esports event that brought together gamers from across the region to compete in Street Fighter 6 and Tekken 8. ALIV powered players with ALIVFibr’s cutting-edge fibre technology, underscoring the crucial role of superior connectivity as the local esports and gaming culture rapidly grows.

    “ALIVFibr is not just about speed—it’s about unlocking the full potential of the gaming community in The Bahamas,” said John Gomez, Chief ALIV Officer. “Our advanced fibre technology is specifically designed to meet the demands of gamers who require low latency and uninterrupted connections.”

    Beyond competition, ALIVFibr’s robust connection and Atlantis’ dedication to family-friendly events are both instrumental in supporting The Bahamas Esports Federation’s mission.

    “We are excited to host this tremendous event in our 14,000-square-foot Teen Club as Atlantis is always looking to generate new and exciting ideas not only for our hotel guests, but for our local community,” said Daniel Belton, Executive Director of Resort Programming at Atlantis. “Our goal is to produce more large-scale inclusive family events such as this.”

    These partnerships strengthen BESF, empowering our youth, and nurturing a burgeoning industry that has the potential to elevate The Bahamas and its players to a global stage.

    “The Crush Counter Showdown positions The Bahamas as a formidable player on a global sports stage,” said The Honorable Mario Bowleg, Minister of Youth, Sports & Culture. “By showcasing our talent and hospitality, we invite international attention and investment, solidifying our reputation as a hub of esports and excellence.”

    Michael Armogan, Founder and President of BESF, acknowledged The Bahamas as “the best poised country” to lead in esports, highlighting the diverse job opportunities that this growing industry will create. “It really brings in a whole gamut of different jobs that maybe people have never looked at or thought about,” said Armogan.

    At the end of the night, Crush Counter Showdown winners received up to $3,500 in prizes and giveaways, including several Sony PlayStation 5 consoles, hi-tech gaming gear, and Atlantis Dolphin Cay and Aquaventure passes.

    ALIV is proud to support this event and encourages gamers to experience the difference ALIVFibr can make by signing up at www.alivfibr.com.

    Media Contact: publicrelations@bealiv.com