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THE HADCO TIMES 

THE NEWSLETTER OF THE HADCO GROUP OF COMPANIES ISSUE 32 

In Support of me… 

Fighting Against Breast Cancer 

For The Win! 

www.HADCOLtd.com 

HADCO Group

FEATURES 

THE NEWSLETTER OF THE HADCO GROUP OF COMPANIES: ISSUE 32

THE NEWSLETTER OF THE HADCO GROUP OF COMPANIES: ISSUE 32 

CONTENTS 

Cover Story 

IN SUPPORT OF ME…FIGHTING AGAINST BREAST CANCER FOR THE WIN! 2 

Our People 

APPRECIATING THE IMPORTANCE OF LONG-TERM EMPLOYEES 4 

EMPLOYEE MILESTONES 12 

Marketing 

LEGENDARY JAZZ, WINE & CHEESE 13 

ART APPRECIATION WITH OUR WINE & CHEESE 14 

IN SUPPORT OF ME - TIME FOR MOMS 15 

HEAVENLY TREATS WITH THE SAINTS 16 

STOLI REPRESENTS AT SOTU & TATTOO FEST 18 

WHAT YUH KNOW ABOUT YOPLAIT GREEK 100 PROTEIN 19 

THE BARILLA BRAND GETS MORE EXPOSURE 20 

New Business Milestone 

FRESH TURNED 1! 21 

Electrical & Lighting 

PHILIPS LED LAUNCH AND TRAINING 21 

HADCO HELPS POWER-UP RBL’S NEW DATA CENTRE IN TRINCITY 22 

Manufacturing & Recycling 

ECOIMPACT UPGRADES 23 

Export 

EXPORT PROMOTION MISSION TO CUBA 24 

VISIT BY CUBAN AMBASSADOR TO HADCO 24 

Corporate Social Responsibility 

HÄAGEN-DAZS GOES PINK 25 

BUILDING THE HADCO GROUP FOUNDATION 26 

HADCO GROUP PREPARES STUDENTS FOR THE WORLD OF WORK 28 

What’s New 

HADCO LIMITED RECEIVED DISTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR AWARD FROM SATT 29 

THE HADCO GROUP OF COMPANIES 

OUR VISION 

A diverse and innovative company, 

empowered employees, integrated 

processes, and a brand image that makes 

us the preferred choice of customers 

OUR MISSION 

Enriching our stakeholders’ quality 

of life, setting trends and providing 

superior brands and services 

OUR CORE VALUES 

• Accountability• Customer Satisfaction 

• Honesty and Integrity • Employee Well-being & Growth 

• Collaborative Culture • Respect and Tolerance for all 

HEAD OFFICE 

JRJ Warehousing Compound, 

Bhagoutie Trace, San Juan, 

Trinidad, W.I. 

CONTACT 

c 868-675-7628 d 868-675-2641 

Help Desk: Ext. 1314 or 

feedback@HADCOLtd.com 

Info@HADCOLtd.com 

ONLINE 

w www.HADCOLtd.com 

HADCO Group 

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COVER STORY 


(L-R) Kimberly Fraser-Camacho 

(Marketing Manager, HADCO); 

Cheryl Hernandez 

(Scotiabank Foundation Support Officer), 

Dr. Mark Pounder 

(Director, Scotiabank Foundation); 

Lilia M Mootoo 

(General Manager, Vitas House Hospice); 

and Jonathan Chatoor 

(Brand Manager, HADCO) 

before the Cheque Presentation 

Kimberly and 

Jonathan present 

Dr. Pounder with 

the Scotiabank 

Foundation’s 

Donation Cheque 

Kimberly and 

Jonathan present 

Ms. Mootoo 

with the Vitas 

House Hospice’s 

Donation Cheque 

In Support of me… 

Fighting Against Breast 

Cancer For The Win! 

HADCO Limited has a long history with supporting 

Breast Cancer Awareness and playing active roles in 

this country’s fight against this disease. 

This has been highly demonstrated through the company’s affiliation 

and involvement in the Scotiabank Foundation’s Women Against Breast 

Cancer Walk/Run, as well as financial and moral support of initiatives 

by Vitas House Hospice throughout the years. This year was no different 

as we proudly donated TTD45,000 each to the Scotiabank Foundation 

and Vitas House Hospice. 

However this year, the fight truly hit home when a member of staff, 

Nadira Dass, Manager Brokerage & Logistics Department for the past 

14 years, was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. We would like to take 

this opportunity to share her story so that others will get more personal 

insight into this disease and those who can relate to her experience 

can find hope. 

On December 2016 at age 47, Nadira was diagnosed with HER2 Positive 

(which is the more aggressive type of breast cancer). HER2 positive 

breast cancer tends to grow faster and is more likely to spread and 

come back. There was no history of breast cancer in her family but 

some of her family members on her mother’s side did have some form 

of cancer that was discovered after death. When asked how she felt 

Nadira Dass, Manager 

Brokerage & Logistics Department 

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COVER STORY 

when she first received the news, this was her response, 

‘I was shocked and just broke down. I just felt tears flowing 

and could not stop crying for a full 10 minutes. It was a 

profoundly earth shattering moment in my life when I heard 

the word CANCER, I immediately felt like it was a death 

sentence. One of my first thoughts was that I have not lived 

enough of my life. I was thinking that having gone through 

so many different challenges in my life I now had to add this. 

I was depressed about this news for about four days. For most 

people the negative side of life tends to take root easily. I 

didn’t want to think that my case was hopeless so I decided 

on day five after my diagnosis that God and I will handle 

whatever was in store. So far we are doing great.’ 

She shared her diagnosis firstly with her family members, which 

was extremely difficult and then with her co-workers. She 

said this of her colleagues, ‘The reactions from most were of 

shock, compassion, caring but mostly love and concern about 

my well-being and support with my recovery. All the managers 

and my staff in HADCO rallied with me and I am also very 

thankful for that.’ 

Nadira wanted to share her story with all of us hoping, 

‘It will help persons realize that being diagnosed with cancer 

is not the end of physical life but the end of life as I know it 

i.e. eating crap food, drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes, 

etc. Sharing it shows that the outcome could always be 

positive, I just have to believe and action the change that is 

necessary. I have discovered that I am much stronger than I 

thought and there is hope inside that gives me the desire to 

get up every day to help myself get better mentally, physically, 

emotionally and spiritually. Each day I wake with my positive 

disposition fully in place and continue to ask the God of my 

understanding to help me to get through the day.’ 

The HADCO team at Scotiabank Foundation’s 

Women Against Breast Cancer Walk/Run 

Participants of the Walk/Run sign the 

Yoplait Remembrance Mural at POS 

At the starting line of the Walk/Run 

Nadira wanted to impart the following message: 

• Do not take life for granted 

• Find your spiritual centre and keep in constant 

touch with the God of your understanding 

• Take care of your mind and body 

• Cultivate positive relationships with all those you 

come into contact with 

• Do not wait until something bad happens to 

have regrets 

• And like me, be able to live in the midst of your 

disease with continued positivity 

The management of HADCO Group thanks Nadira 

for sharing her story and it is hoped that this is a true 

inspiration for those of you and/or your loved ones 

who continue to battle with this disease. HADCO 

Group is committed to this fight with all of you. 

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OUR PEOPLE 


HADCO Group’s co-Chief Executive Officers 

Appreciating 

the Importance 

of Long-Term 

Employees 

Finding good staff and keeping them is a 

great achievement for any company and it 

is worth the effort. 

There are many benefits to having long-term employees, 

which are: 

1. Maintaining a solid knowledge base, 

2. Having them as an invaluable support system for new 

employees, 

3. It reflects a stable work environment and aids in 

building employee morale, 

4. More cost effective as high turnover can cost companies 

a lot of money in the long run, and 

5. It causes greater company loyalty. 

These benefits provide good intellectual justifications 

for retaining long-term employees. Additionally, in terms 

of emotional intelligence at the workplace, such staff 

retention is mainly achieved due to compassion, 

understanding and rapport with others to achieve a more 

harmonious and happy work environment. 

Overall, the HADCO Group and its employees strive for 

this and seem to be doing well, if their track record is 

any indication. In 2017, the annual Employee Appreciation 

Awards celebrated 51 persons with 5 years’ service and 

44 people with either 10 years, 15 years, 20 years or 25 

years of service. 

The HADCO Group is proud of these employees and 

encourages them and other junior staff to continue their 

good work. We wish them many more years of fulfilling 

service to the HADCO Group as part of its family. 

Executive Management 

Celebratory Cookies 

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OUR PEOPLE 

Management 

HADCO GROUP OF COMPANIES LONG SERVICE AWARDS 2017 

5 YEARS OF SERVICE 

First Name Last Name Job Title D.o.e Department Division Company 

Akili Best Warehouse 

Attendant 

Akim Thomas Promotions 

Supervisor 

08-Oct-12 Warehouse Food & Beverage HADCO 

25-Sep-12 Marketing Food & Beverage HADCO 

Albert Bethel Dispatcher 26-Jun-12 Dispatchers Food & Beverage HADCO 

Allison Derrick Merchandiser 18-Jun-12 Merchandising Food & Beverage HADCO 

Andre Thomas Light T Driver 05-Oct-12 Drivers Food & Beverage HADCO 

Anessa Bernard Merchandiser 01-May-12 Merchandising Food & Beverage HADCO 

Anil Sookhai Sales Manager 01-Nov-12 Sales Electrical & Lighting HADCO 

Anjie Mohammed Merchandiser 06-Dec-12 Perishables Food & Beverage HADCO 

Anthony Walters Butcher/Sales 

Attendant 

06-Feb-12 Customer Service Food & Beverage PATCON 

Brandon Sylvester Loader 27-Feb-12 Loaders Food & Beverage HADCO 

Carol Asoka Housekeeper 03-Jan-12 Housekeepers 

- Off Site 

Christon Pulchan Sales And Logistics 

Assistant 

HADCO 

03-Sep-12 Warehouse/Sales Electrical & Lighting HADCO 

Collin Layne Loader 14-May-12 Loaders Electrical & Lighting HADCO 

Coreen Walters-Lewis Merchandiser 04-Dec-12 Merchandising Food & Beverage HADCO 

Curtis Rodriguez Maintenance 

Attendant 

16-Jul-12 Maintenance HADCO 

Curtis Sammy Heavy T Driver 14-May-12 Drivers Electrical & Lighting HADCO 

Daniel Tilokee Sales 

Representative 

Dasha Carabia Accounts 

Receivable Clerk 

Gayetri 

Rambarran- 

Madoo 

Sales 


13-Feb-12 Food Service Food & Beverage HADCO 

23-Jul-12 

Accounts 

Receivables 

HADCO 

02-Jul-12 Food Retail Sales Food & Beverage HADCO 

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OUR PEOPLE 





Geoff Humphrey Heavy T Driver 01-Jul-12 Drivers Food & Beverage HADCO 

Gregory Stowe Dispatcher 19-Mar-12 Dispatchers Food & Beverage HADCO 

Hemraj Ramlogan Heavy T Driver 01-Jun-12 Drivers Electrical & Lighting LIGHTHOUSE 

Jonathan Chatoor Brand Manager 12-Oct-12 Marketing Food & Beverage HADCO 

June Moreau Customer Service 

Sales 


Kalifa Dickson Customer Service 


Kendell Cumberbatch Production Line 

Operator 

Kimberly 

Fraser- 

Camacho 

25-Sep-12 Food Retail Sales Food & Beverage HADCO 

01-Oct-12 Customer Service Food & Beverage PATCON 

15-Oct-12 Warehouse Manufacturing & 

Recycling 

IMANEX 

Marketing Manager 06-Sep-12 Marketing Food & Beverage HADCO 

Krystal Millette Service Champion 22-Feb-12 HD Café- West Mall Food & Beverage HD CAFÉ 

Lester Samuel Warehouse 

Attendant 

26-Nov-12 Warehouse Food & Beverage HADCO 

Major Ashby Security Officer 06-Feb-12 Security Officers HADCO 

Marcus Edwards Loader 26-Oct-12 Loaders Food & Beverage HADCO 

Michael Ramberan Heavy T Driver 30-Jul-12 Drivers Food & Beverage HADCO 

Michael Reyes Warehouse 

Supervisor 

Nadine Pereira-Valdez Administrative 

Assistant 

28-May-12 Inventory Food & Beverage HADCO 

03-Dec-12 Administration HADCO 

Narash Sookhoo Sales Manager 02-Apr-12 Sales Wine & Spirits HADCO 

Nigel Guy Loader 05-Oct-12 Loaders Food & Beverage HADCO 

O'connor Robinson Heavy T Driver 04-Jun-12 Drivers Food & Beverage HADCO 

Patricia 

Priscilla 

Simmons- 

Mootoo 

Mendez- 

Aberdeen 

Inventory Control 

Manager/Store 

Relief Manager 

Administrative 

Manager 

Rachel Andrews Sales 


Rose Pierre Customer Service 


Ryan Teemul Warehouse 

Attendant 

Sarah 

Dookie- 

Buckmire 

Customer Service 


Shelly Ann Dickson Customer Service 


03-Dec-12 Customer Service Food & Beverage PATCON 

03-Dec-12 Administration Electrical & Lighting NOVA 

LIGHTING 

01-Feb-12 Sales Electrical & Lighting LIGHTHOUSE 

02-Jul-12 Customer Service Food & Beverage PATCON 

16-Jul-12 Warehouse Food & Beverage HADCO 

27-Feb-12 Customer Service Wine & Spirits HADCO 

01-Oct-12 Customer Service Food & Beverage PATCON 

Sherry Callender Merchandiser 01-Oct-12 Perishables Food & Beverage HADCO 

Stacey Edwards Administrative 

Assistant 

Sundar Sundra Sales 


Susan Jones Administrative 

Assistant 

Tricilla 

Ramkissoon 

-Singh 

Sales 


Vonelle Salina-Garcia Customer Service 

Supervisor 

01-Feb-12 Administration Electrical & Lighting HADCO 

24-Feb-12 Perishables Food & Beverage HADCO 

21-May-12 Administration HADCO 

01-Oct-12 Sales Electrical & Lighting LIGHTHOUSE 

21-May-12 Food Service Food & Beverage HADCO 

Ynolde Singh Merchandiser 26-Mar-12 Merchandising Food & Beverage HADCO 

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OUR PEOPLE 

1. 

2. 

3. 

4. 

5. 

6. 

7. 

8. 

9. 

11. 

10. 

12. 

1. Akim Thomas, Kimberly Fraser- 

Camacho and Jonathan Chatoor 

2. Dasha Carabia, Crystal Warner 

and Susan Jones 

3. Amrish Ramgobin, Rose Pierre 

and Anthony Walters 

4. Allison Derrick, Coreen Walters- 

Lewis, Ynolde Singh, Lily Akien, 

Sherry Callender and Anjie 

Mohammed 

5. Major Ashby and Lily Akien 

6. Curtis Rodriguez and Lily Akien 

7. Juliana Inniss, Jemma Moreau, 

Sundar Sundra and Gayetri 

Rambarran-Madoo 

8. Kevin Whiteman, Krystal 

Millette and Anastacia Paul 

9. Priscilla Mendez-Aberdeen, 

Rachel Andrews, Hemraj 

Ramlogan and Tricilla 

Ramkissonsingh 

10. Sashtri Hardial, Curtis Sammy, 

Collin Layne and Anil Sookhai 

11. Stuart Rochard, Sarah Dookie- 

Buckmire and Narash Sookhoo 

12. Veronica Salina, Daniel Tilokee 

and Vonelle Salina-Garcia 

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OUR PEOPLE 





Allison Almorales Senior Merchandiser 02-Apr-07 Merchandising Food & Beverage HADCO 

Billy-Joe Stewart Merchandiser 02-Jul-07 Perishables Food & Beverage HADCO 

Brian Garraway Dispatcher 12-Mar-07 Dispatchers Food & Beverage HADCO 

Carlos Grant Maintenance 

Attendant 

Curtis Gill Maintenance 

Supervisor 

01-Feb-07 Maintenance HADCO 

02-Jan-07 Maintenance HADCO 

Curtis Sammy Warehouse Manager 01-Aug-07 Warehouse Electrical & Lighting LIGHTHOUSE 

Danielle Hosein Logistics Supervisor 19-Mar-07 Logistics Electrical & Lighting HADCO 

Deo Bharose Security Officer 23-Mar-07 Security Officers HADCO 

Edmond Collins Maintenance 

Attendant 

02-Jan-07 Maintenance HADCO 

Joan Basdeo Merchandiser 02-Apr-07 Merchandising Food & Beverage HADCO 

Kathleen George Merchandiser 01-Oct-07 Merchandising Food & Beverage HADCO 

Keith Gonzales Heavy T Driver 09-Jan-07 Drivers Food & Beverage HADCO 

Kerry-Ann Arthur Administrative 

Supervisor 

01-Oct-07 Administration Electrical & Lighting HADCO 

Lennard Peters Area Manager 22-Mar-07 Food & Beverage HD CAFÉ 

Lincoln Charansingh Purchasing Clerk 13-Aug-07 Purchasing Electrical & Lighting LIGHTHOUSE 

Lisa Dyer Administrative 

Manager 

23-Apr-07 Administration Electrical & Lighting LIGHTHOUSE 

Madiar Dillon Housekeeper 15-Jan-07 Housekeeping Electrical & Lighting HADCO 

Mailyn Hill Newton Receptionist/ 


Assistant 

05-Mar-07 Administration HADCO 

Marcus Hunter Merchandiser 12-Feb-07 Merchandising Food & Beverage HADCO 

Martina 

Michelle 

Mathison- 

Roberts 

Roberts- 

Spencer 

Accounts 


Accounts 


Nashiba Mohammed Executive 


Assistant 

05-Jul-07 

29-Jan-07 

16-Apr-07 

Accounts 

Receivables 

Accounts 

Receivables 

Executive 

Administration 

Nicole Foster Supervisor 03-Mar-07 HD Café- Caribbean 

Cinemas 

Omatee 

Gobinsingh- 

Bispath 

Food & Beverage 

HADCO 

HADCO 

HADCO 

HD CAFÉ 

Administrator 15-Jan-07 Administration Electrical & Lighting LIGHTHOUSE 

Raul Parris Security Officer 26-Mar-07 Security Officers HADCO 

Reynold Joe Joiner 10-Sep-07 HADCO Interiors HADCO 

Shammy Deonarine Warehouse Manager 01-Jun-07 Warehouse Electrical & Lighting NOVA LIGHTING 

Sherwin Andrews Security Officer 01-Mar-07 Security Electrical & Lighting LIGHTHOUSE 

Ynolde Singh Merchandiser 26-Mar-12 Merchandising Food & Beverage HADCO 

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OUR PEOPLE 

1. 2. 

3. 

4. 

5. 

6. 

7. 

8. 

9. 

10. 11. 

1. Carlos Grant and Lily Akien 

2. Curtis Gill, Joseph Hadad 

and Reynold Joe 

3. Danielle Hosein, Nadira Dass 

and Amala Ramcharitar 

4. Kenrick Charles, Adelle Pulchan, 

Madiar Dillon, Skeeter Joseph 

and Damian Mc Kenzie 

5. Keith Gonzales, Joseph Hadad 

and Brian Garraway 

6. Lennard Peters, Nicole Foster, 

Anastacia Paul and Kevin 

Whiteman 

7. Nashiba Mohammed 

and Robert Hadad 

8. Mailyn Hill Newton 

and Lily Akien 

9. Martina Mathison-Roberts, 

Crystal Warner and Michelle 

Roberts-Spencer 

10. Raul Parris and Lily Akien 

11. Sherwin Andrews, Omatee 

Gobinsingh-Bispath, Lisa Dyer, 

Renee Kalloo and Lincoln 

Charansingh 

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OUR PEOPLE 





Angela Mohammed Operations Manager 

- Tobago 

David Ambey Inventory Control 

Clerk 

Hemraj Beharry General Manager- 

Tobago Operations 

Kevin Whiteman Director of 

Operations 

Naleni Beharry Administrative 

Manager 

15-Jul-02 Food Retail Sales Food & Beverage HADCO 

16-Feb-02 Inventory Food & Beverage PATCON 

15-Jul-02 Electrical & Lighting HADCO 

16-Feb-02 Food & Beverage HD CAFÉ 

01-Sep-02 Administration Electrical & Lighting HADCO 

Persell George Heavy T Driver 15-Jul-02 Drivers Electrical & Lighting HADCO 

Renee Kalloo Operations Manager 11-Jun-02 Operations Electrical & Lighting LIGHTHOUSE 

Rita Serrette Housekeeper 02-Jan-02 Housekeepers 

- Off Site 

HADCO 

Ursula Joseph-John Brand Manager 01-Mar-02 Marketing Food & Beverage HADCO 

Veshal Deonarine Purchasing Manager 11-Nov-02 Purchasing Electrical & Lighting LIGHTHOUSE 

Wendell Bailey Maintenance 

Attendant 

01-Aug-02 Maintenance HADCO 

1. 2. 4. 

3. 

1. Persell George and 

Angela Mohammed 

2. Kevin Whiteman and 

David Ambey 

3. Rita Serrette and Lily Akien 

4. Kimberly Fraser-Camacho 

and Ursula Joseph-John 

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OUR PEOPLE 


Adelle Pulchan General Manager 01-Nov-97 Electrical & Lighting HADCO 

Amala Ramcharitar Purchasing 

Supervisor 



06-Oct-97 Purchasing Food & Beverage HADCO 

Kenrick Charles Senior Supervisor 21-Jul-97 Warehouse Electrical & Lighting HADCO 

Michelle Huggins Housekeeper 15-Sep-97 Housekeepers - JRJ HADCO 

Adelle Pulchan and 

John Hadad 

Amala Ramcharitar and John 

Hadad 

Kenrick Charles and 

John Hadad 

Michelle Huggins and 

John Hadad 


John Hadad Group co-Chief Executive 

Officer 

Robert Hadad Group co-Chief Executive 

Officer 

Joseph Hadad Group co-Chief Executive 

Officer 


01-Apr-92 

01-Apr-92 

01-Apr-92 

HADCO 

HADCO 

HADCO 

Robert Garcia Warehouse Manager 05-Jun-92 Warehouse Food & Beverage HADCO 

Rachel Persad and John Hadad 

Reisha Ramcharitar- 

Rambaran and Robert Hadad 

Joseph Hadad and Lily Akien 

Robert Garcia and John Hadad 

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OUR PEOPLE 


Employee Milestones 

Getting a new promotion and a new family 

addition are notable and exciting milestones in 

our employees’ lives. As such we are pleased 

to highlight these milestones here. 

PROMOTIONS 

Employee’s Name Previous Position New Position Effective 

Franka Cooper-Griffith Merchandiser Sales Representative 

(Food Retail Sales Department) 

Nicholas De Freitas 

Brand Manager 

(Marketing Department, 

Wine & Spirits Division) 

General Manager 

Ecoimpact Company Limited 

1st January, 2017 

1st April, 2017 

Carlene Jones Merchandiser Merchandising Supervisor 1st April, 2017 

Haseley Halls Senior Merchandising Supervisor Sales Manager 

(Perishables Department) 

1st April, 2017 

Cherie Ann Enile Merchandising Supervisor Senior Merchandising Supervisor 1st April, 2017 

Venicia Providence Merchandiser Sales Representative 

(Food Service Department) 

Natasha Lovelace Merchandiser Customer Service Sales Representative 


Haniyfa Pilgrim Merchandiser Sales Representative 


Vonelle Salina-Garcia Customer Service Representative Customer Service Supervisor 

(Food Service Department) 

Antoinette Osmond-Sylvester Merchandiser Sales Representative 


Sarah Dwarika Customer Service Representative Sales Representative 


Antonio Ash Merchandiser Sales Representative 


1st May, 2017 

23rd May, 2017 

1st June, 2017 

1st July, 2017 

3rd July, 2017 

1st October, 2017 

1st November, 2017 

BIRTHS 

Employee’s Name Employee’s Position BABY’S GENDER Baby’s Birthday Baby’s Name 

Zakiya Thorpe-Charles 

Merchandiser 

(Food & Beverage Division) 

Boy 2nd February, 2017 Z’idan Charles 

Sheresha Mohammed 

Sauzelle Brizan-Moore 

Celise Phillips 

Merchandiser 

(Food & Beverage Division) 

Accounting Assistant 

(Accounts Department) 

Customer Service 

Representative, Kelec, Tobago 

Boy 5th July, 2017 Siddiq Anthony Guerrero 

Boy 21st August, 2017 Mikha’el Moore 

Boy 10th September, 2017 Shayden Mc Kenna 

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MARKETING 

Legendary Jazz, 

Wine & Cheese 

Born in Trinidad and Tobago in 1983, 

Etienne Charles defies easy musical 

categorisation. 

He has been hailed by the New York Times as “an auteur” 

and by Jazz Times as “a daring improviser who delivers 

with heart wrenching lyricism”. According to Downbeat 

Magazine “Charles delivers his ebullient improvisations 

with the elegance of a world class ballet dancer”. Etienne 

has received critical acclaim for his exciting 

performances, thrilling compositions and knack for 

connecting with audiences worldwide. 

Etienne Charles currently serves as the Associate 

Professor of Jazz Trumpet at Michigan State University 

where he was recently selected as a Teacher Scholar. 

HADCO’s Cavicchioli wine sponsored his “Folklore” 

event. The beauty of the bottle and the elegance of the 

wine was a perfect fit for the class act that Etienne 

produces at each show. 

Additionally, HADCO’s Emborg brand offered an 

assortment of cheeses (Irish Cheddar, Havarti and Feta 

in Oil) for patrons to pair with Cavicchioli sparkling wines 

after the concert. 

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MARKETING 


Patrons admiring the art and mingling 

Art Appreciation with 

our Wine & Cheese 

As part of their lineup of events for the year, 

Fiesta Plaza presented their third annual ‘Art, 

Music, Wine and Cheese Festival,’ which ran for 

three consecutive Wednesdays from the 15th, 

22nd and 29th of November at 7:30pm to 9:00pm. 

HADCO Limited was delighted to provide Trapiche, [yellow 

tail] and Banrock Station wines, as well as Emborg cheese 

to complement each evening’s art appreciation activities by 

the many patrons. 

Toasting to a good evening at the Art, 

Music, Wine and Cheese Festival 

Some patrons captured selecting their 

choice of wine and cheese 

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MARKETING 

In support of Me 

-Time for Moms 

Everyone at some point needs a little ‘me’ 

time, especially mothers who have one of 

the toughest jobs in the world. 

With that in mind, MOMS Connect TT, an organization 

designed to connect, support, inspire and empower 

mothers, held the first ME-TIME 2017 all-inclusive event on 

Sunday 6th August at The Anchorage, Chaguaramas. At 

the event, moms got to be part of workshops, live tutorials 

and get makeup touch-ups, samples, giveaways and feast 

on hors d’oeuvres, wine, cocktails, beverages, and desserts. 

When it came to making sure the moms were well-fed, 

HADCO’s brands were on-site to help. 

Motts was one of the sponsors at the event which catered 

to the moms. With a sampling station like no other, all 

guests got to try out some great homemade goodies 

namely, pancakes, muffins, cookies and smoothies all of 

which were made from recipes using Mott’s apple sauce 

and Mott’s apple juice products. In addition, patrons got 

to take home apple sauce tubs in their swag bags for 

themselves and their kids to try, so they could definitely 

‘start strong with Mott’s’! 

Häagen-Dazs and Yoplait were also honoured to be a part 

of the event. Häagen-Dazs’ promotional staff served the 

event’s premier decadent dessert which was a big hit, and 

Yoplait had samples of one of its newest innovations, 

Yoplait Custard Yogurts. Made with whole milk, a minimal 

ingredients list (only 6-8 ingredients), a silky smooth texture 

and with an amazing taste, these yogurts were definitely 

seen as a justifiable treat among patrons at ME-TIME. 

This event achieved its objective of creating a one-day 

getaway for moms, where they were able to relax and 

enjoy an evening of fun, food and drinks. HADCO was glad 

to be a part of this event and add our support. 

The innovative Mott’s booth was 

in full effect with its offering of 

delicious goodies made from 

Mott’s apple sauces and apple 

juice products 

The Yoplait promotional team was also 

ready and excited to distribute their 

healthy yogurt treats to the moms 

The Häagen-Dazs promotional team was 

ready and geared up to serve the moms 

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MARKETING 


HADCO’s heavenly treats and the patrons that enjoyed them 

Heavenly Treats 

with the Saints 

After the food is cooked and presented, the chefs 

- John Hadad (left), Robert Hadad (centre) and 

Joseph Hadad (right) can now relax 

The St. Mary’s College Past Students’ 

Union together with charitable 

individuals and companies made the 

2017 Dining with the Saints a worthy 

fundraiser and an enjoyable event. 

Held at the school premises on Saturday 24th July, its 

proceeds will aid in refurbishing the school’s Chemistry 

lab. Like most good events, Dining with the Saints had 

an excellent lineup of entertainers and mouthwatering 

food. HADCO’s representatives added to the tantalising 

menu via the lineup of chefs, which included our Group 

co-Chief Executive Officers, in addition to various brand 

sampling. 

This annual event normally has a wide variety of satisfying 

desserts for all tastes and with HADCO’s help it lived up 

to its reputation. HADCO’s dessert offerings ranged from 

Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream, Rich’s cakes and Luna & Larry’s 

Organic Coconut Bliss Ice Cream. 

Rich’s Booth 

Coconut Bliss Booth 

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Häagen-Dazs’ booth 

Häagen-Dazs’ promotional staff were also at the event, serving 

many patrons who lined up ‘around the corner’ to get a taste. 

On showcase that night was Häagen-Dazs’ new Limited 

Edition Lychee Raspberry Rose ice cream from its Little 

Gardens collection - a delicious combination of rose ice 

cream, juicy lychees, and sweet raspberries. This was warmly 

received by excited patrons who had not tasted it before. 

These ice creams could have also been paired with one of 

Rich’s delicious cakes for a heightened dessert experience. 

For the more health conscious among the guests, there were 

also organic, dairy, soy and gluten free ice cream bars 

available from Coconut Bliss. 

For the wine and wing lovers, they had their pick of [yellow 

tail] wines and finger-licking Grace Jerk wings. These just 

added to the great dining experience that patrons have come 

to know and love at this event. 

If only for one night, patrons of 2017 Dining with the Saints 

were treated to a little taste of heaven with the help of HADCO. 

Pouring Yellow Tail wine 

Yellow Tail Booth 

Grace Booth 

Grace Wings 

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MARKETING 


Stoli Represents at 

SOTU & Tattoo Fest 

Stoli Vodka was a prominent feature at the 

SOTU and Tattoo Fest events. 

SOTU (Sound of the Underground) Nights is an event series 

hosted monthly to promote underground electronic music 

in Trinidad & Tobago and the wider Caribbean. The promoters 

with 15 years of experience between them, are no strangers 

to the business of events management. They share a passion 

for the music and they are trying to establish a properly 

supported alternative community founded on love, 

togetherness and music. Stoli Vodka supports this event 

every month, especially as this crowd fits in line with the 

dynamic, culturally diverse members of our beautiful country. 

It speaks to Stoli’s Brand by representing unity, respect and 

the love of music. 

Stoli at SOTU 

Tattoo Fest 2017 was held at Centre of 

Excellence on Sunday 17th September 

by Inked N Proud. It drew in a crowd of 

over 5,000 persons on the day to get 

inked and pierced by local and 

international artists. This Tattoo 

Convention also had free tattoo 

giveaways, tattooing competitions and 

lots of free giveaways and prizes to be 

won. One of the most attractive 

giveaways was of course none other 

than our Stoli Vodka samples to patrons. 

Promo girls with samples of Stoli Vodka for patrons 

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MARKETING 

What Yuh Know 

about Yoplait 

Greek 100 Protein 

The Yoplait Greek 100 Protein Campaign 

started on the basis that despite our country’s 

current recession, its citizens should still 

lead a healthy lifestyle via wise diet choices. 

In keeping with this stance, over a two-month period, 

HADCO’s promotional teams visited supermarkets and 

outdoor activity areas to advise and educate the public 

on the benefits of Yoplait Greek 100 Protein Yogurt. The 

campaign was also promoted through radio spots aired 

on the Trinidad & Tobago Radio Network (TTRN). 

The radio network and the campaign team also organized 

Yoplait Greek 100 Protein samples for persons on the 

network’s OJO Joyride, which is a free afternoon bus ride 

home that is a goodwill project catered to TTRN’s listeners 

and the public. This unique marketing strategy had many 

persons enjoying our yogurt on their commute back 

home and even sharing their positive feedback about 

the product live on air. 

One of the biggest highlights of the campaign was the 

partnering with Mr. Daniel Loveless, the host of the social 

media hit show “What Yuh Know”. Daniel was a great 

complement to the Yoplait promotions at select 

supermarkets of Massy Stores - Trincity, Westbees, 

PriceClub and Xtra Foods - Arima. He did what he does 

best from his show and tested customers’ knowledge on 

Yoplait Greek 100 Protein for the chance to win a prize. 

This was indeed a fun-filled aspect of the campaign that 

kept patrons and subsequent viewers entertained, while 

spreading the message of Yoplait Greek 100 Protein. 

ABOUT 

Captured moments from the Yoplait 

Greek 100 Protein Campaign “What Yuh 

Know” segment at Massy Stores – Trincity 

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MARKETING 


The Barilla brand 

gets more exposure 

HADCO’s representatives were present at the 

Second National Food Truck & Culinary Festival 

on Sunday 2nd July 2017 via its Barilla Brand. 

This is an annual event showcasing local and international 

cuisines for spectators to enjoy a variety of specialty 

prepared food all under one roof. Here are some photos 

with highlights from the festival. 

An easy pasta recipe made with Barilla Spaghetti 

and Napoletana Sauce featuring Grace Tuna, 

a new addition to the Grace portfolio 

Barilla helps Penny Savers Celebrate 

its 30th Anniversary. 

Customers getting Barilla items to 

purchase, to redeem their prizes 

Patrons of the festival receive their samples of 

the delicious Barilla pasta dish 

Customers were privy to a Barilla Lasagna Tray for Penny 

Saver’s 30th Anniversary. They were also encouraged 

to purchase Barilla items to instantly redeem a branded 

Pyrex dish. 

This promotional activity was present at all three locations 

of the supermarket. 

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NEW BUSINESS MILESTONE 

Fresh turned 1! 

On Saturday 9th September, Fresh 

celebrated its one-year anniversary 

and in true Fresh fashion, they 

found the most wholesome ways to 

mark this momentous occasion. 

They had a week’s worth of sampling of local 

suppliers’ products and on the day gave 80 Moringa 

trees out to their customers. Moringa is a powerful 

superfood that is high in antioxidants, which are 

capable of fighting inflammation, disease, allergies, 

and asthma. They truly went all out to offer heartfelt 

thanks to all of their new and existing customers, 

who have supported them throughout the past year. 

Fresh staff with Moringa Trees, which they gave to 

their customers for the store’s one-year anniversary 

ELECTRICAL & LIGHTING 

PHILIPS LED LAUNCH AND TRAINING 

On the 11th of August, Philips in collaboration with HADCO’s Electrical & 

Lighting Division executed a LED launch and training. 

The event had presentations which were delivered by three 

representatives from Philips Lighting Panama; Florian Korzer 

(Channel Marketing Manager CAM & North Latam); Jorge 

Aleman (Marketing Leader PLS CAM & North Latam); and 

Kathya Irias (Key Account Manager Panama & Caribbean 

Professional Trade Channel). 

The core function of the event was to give attendees an 

understanding of LED lighting, new products in Philips’ 

LED portfolio, general information on the importance of 

lighting and new lighting technologies. The event hosted 

attendees from HADCO’s sister companies Nova Lighting, 

Lighthouse and KELEC, as well as some key customers in 

the lighting industry. Guests in attendance were very 

receptive to the information provided and the event would 

surely help drive the growth of Philips LED products in 

Trinidad & Tobago. 

The trainers: 

One of the new products launched by Philips on the day 

was the SceneSwitch LED Bulb with 3 colour settings 

Florian Korzer 

(Channel Marketing 

Manager CAM & 

North Latam) 

Jorge Aleman 

(Marketing Leader 

PLS CAM & North 

Latam) 

Kathya Irias 

(Key Account 

Manager Panama 

& Caribbean 

Professional Trade 

Channel) 

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ELECTRICAL & LIGHTING 


HADCO helps power-up RBL’s 

New Data Centre in Trincity 

Data centre facilities generally centralise a company’s IT 

operations and equipment where large amounts of data are 

organised, processed, stored, managed and disseminated. 

These facilities are very critical assets for the operations of many businesses, 

which rely on data centres to effectively manage their information. It is therefore 

important to ensure that they are reliable for our clients like Republic Bank Limited 

(RBL), which recently embarked on a new data centre. 

HADCO is pleased to be included in RBL’s project since May 2016, as the supplier 

of all Schneider Electric NEMA equipment. 

Equipment supplied are as follows: 

HADCO’s Roger Abass, Manager 

of Special Projects in the LV 

Switchboard Room 

1. 

2. 

3. 

4. 

Job Site at the RBL Trincity Data Centre 

5. 

6. 

1. HV Vacuum Switchgear 

2. Pad Mounted FR3 

Transformers 

3. Overhead LV Copper 

Busway 

4. NF & NQ Panel Boards 

5. I-Line LV Switchboards 

(Front & Back) 

6. Dry Type Transformers 

Schneider representative, 

Jose Fernandez checks out 

the equipment 

HADCO with Schneider Electric and Lezama 

Electrical Services (the electrical contractor 

for the data centre) all worked together to 

fulfil the electrical specification requirements. 

The project’s team is tentatively aiming to 

have the data centre completed by early 

2018. We envision the Trincity Data Centre 

becoming one of Republic Bank’s finest gems 

in its operations. 

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MANUFACTURING & RECYCLING 

Ecoimpact Upgrades 

At the beginning of 2017, HADCO Group took 

over operations of Ecoimpact, which was 

originally located at Lot 6B Diamond Vale 

Industrial Park, Diego Martin. 

It was operating at a maximum capacity of 30,500 gallons for 

the processing and export of used vegetable oil. However, with 

the move to the new facility to Lot 17 DEFG, Diamond Vale 

Industrial Park, Diego Martin in October 2017, Ecoimpact 

increased its capacity to 48,500 gallons. This was done due 

to the upgrading of the final storage tanks to 3,000 gallons. 

Additionally, a new centrifuge was purchased, which allows 

Ecoimpact to process up to 1,000 gallons an hour and obtain 

a much cleaner end product. The new facility also contains 

upgraded offices and a lunch room area for its 15 members of 

staff to have a more comfortable work environment. 

Ecoimpact’s main focus is the collection and processing of 

used vegetable oil which is subsequently sold to foreign 

customers as feedstock for the production of biofuel. Its 

secondary focus is the recycling of the plastic kegs which they 

receive the used vegetable oil in. This occurs via a plastic 

shredding machine and the resulting final product can be sold 

to local manufacturers, who will use it in the production of 

plastic end products. 

Ecoimpact’s new facilities 

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EXPORT 


Export Promotion Mission to Cuba 

With our Manufacturing & Recycling Division launched this year, Export Manager- 

Adanna Taylor participated in an export promotion mission to Cuba from 19th to 23rd 

November 2017 to explore the possibility of synergistic opportunities between Cuban 

companies and HADCO Group. 

Discussions were held with Cuban importers who were interested 

in our locally manufactured ice cream cones from Imanex, and ice 

cream from our soon to be launched Creamery Novelties. Operations 

for the latter are scheduled to be fully implemented in 2018. 

Adanna had the honour of touring the Mariel Special Development 

Zone, an industrial zone which presents further opportunities for 

HADCO Group as well. 

The visit was in fact quite timely as earlier that month the Cuba- 

CARICOM Trade Agreement was expanded to grant preferential 

access to Cuba for more than 300 items from CARICOM, many of 

which are manufactured or distributed by HADCO Group. Cuba’s 

population of more than 11 million represents an undoubtedly 

attractive market for us as we seek to export our products to as 

many countries as possible in Latin America and the Caribbean. 

Adanna Taylor, Export Manager at HADCO (second 

from right) at the Mariel Special Development Zone, 

accompanied by some of the industrial zone’s 

representatives and Jude Carasquero, T&T Trade 

Representative to Cuba (furthest left) 

Visit by Cuban Ambassador to HADCO 

On November 14th, 2017 the Cuban Ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago, 

His Excellency Guillermo Vazquez Moreno paid a visit to HADCO’s Head Office at 

Bhagoutie Trace, the new site for our waste cooking oil recycling facility, Ecoimpact 

Ltd at the Diamond Vale Industrial Estate and to two of our other sites currently under 

construction within the Estate. 

The guided tour was facilitated by John Hadad, co-CEO of the 

HADCO Group, who gave the Ambassador an insight into the 

Group’s burgeoning Manufacturing & Recycling Division whilst 

also sharing additional information on the company’s core 

business of food & beverage, electrical & lighting and wine & 

spirits distribution. 

John Hadad, HADCO Group’s co-Chief Executive Officer, explains 

the oil recycling process to Ambassador Vazquez Moreno as 

Nicholas De Freitas, General Manager of Ecoimpact looks on 

John Hadad, HADCO Group’s co-Chief Executive 

Officer, presents a token of appreciation to 

Ambassador Vazquez Moreno 

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CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 

Häagen-Dazs goes Pink 

Häagen-Dazs Cafés joined in the fight against 

breast cancer by supporting local charity 

Embracing All Real Survivors (E.A.R.S) 

For many years HADCO and Yoplait have supported efforts in the 

fight against Breast Cancer by attending numerous walks, 

conferences and seminars throughout the country. 

In 2017, Häagen-Dazs felt that it was time for them to do their 

part, mainly because most of their employees are female. The 

topic therefore, hit close to home. Through their support of local 

charity E.A.R.S, Häagen-Dazs made their cause in the fight against 

Breast Cancer visible. They launched their Häagen-Dazs Goes 

PINK Campaign to raise awareness on Breast Cancer and survival. 

Additionally, Häagen-Dazs made the generous donation of 

TT$5,000 to E.A.R.S, and coordinated an awareness workshop 

at HD Café in Movietowne. 

This was all part of the promotional activities surrounding - E.A.R.S 

Inaugural Awareness and Fundraiser 5k, which took place at the 

Queen’s Park Savannah on 28th October, 2017. HADCO also gave 

their support at the 5K, through their Yoplait brand. 

Jonathan Chatoor Brand Manager, Food & 

Beverage Division presents donation to Ms. 

Michelle O’Kieffe, Director/Founder of E.A.R.S. 

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Employees listen attentively to the presentation on the HADCO Group Foundation 

Building the HADCO 

Group Foundation 

On 22nd August 2017, the HADCO Group 

Foundation was launched in dedication of 

the late Maria Hadad, a founding member 

and pillar of HADCO. 

The Foundation is designed and intended to help employees 

deal with personal problems that might adversely impact them, 

their families, or their communities. 

The foundation is funded through generous monthly contributions 

from employees, which is used to improve the lives of their 

colleagues who are faced with crises. Assistance is generally 

given in the event of Natural Disaster, Lifestyle/Chronic Disease, 

Distressed Circumstances, Major Illness, Poverty & Deprivation 

Relief, and Communities in Dire Need. However, assistance is 

not limited to these general categories but will be subject to 

evaluation on a case by case basis. The vision of the foundation 

is that when you assist an employee in crisis, you change a family 

which can change a community. Employees interested in 

contributing to the foundation or being assisted by the foundation 

should contact the Human Resource Department for more 

information and receive the foundation brochure. 

During the launch, HADCO’s employees were not only informed 

about the foundation but were also invited to take part in fun 

interactive games. These games tested and rewarded them for 

their knowledge of the foundation as well as for their new pledge 

contributions, with special recognition for exceptional 

contributions. Overall, it was hoped that the takeaway from the 

launch would be that at HADCO, we are more than just employees, 

we are family. 

Rules for the Contribution Challenge game 

being displayed for the employees 

Participant captured playing the 

interactive Spin 2 Win game 

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The happy employees as they receive their prizes for the Spin 2 Win game from Lily Akien, Group Chief Human Resources Officer 

– (L-R) Haseley Halls, Amrish Ramgobin, Skeeter Joseph, Angela Mohammed, Nicholas De Freitas, Martha Sambrano, 

Reisha Ramcharitar-Rambaran, and Rachel Persad 

The generous winners of the Contribution Challenge game, receive their prizes 

Angela Mohammed (right) receives her prize from 

Lily Akien, Group Chief Human Resources Officer 

Nadira Dass (right) receives her prize from 

Lily Akien, Group Chief Human Resources Officer 

Narash Sookhoo (left) receives his prize from Roger Abass, 

Manager of Special Projects, Electrical & Lighting Division 

Angela Briggs (right) receives her prize from Adelle Pulchan, 

General Manager Electrical & Lighting Division 

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In August, Stefanie Tom (front row centre) worked at Fresh 

HADCO GROUP Prepares 

Students for the 

World of Work 

The transition between school and work can 

be very challenging for young adults and the 

HADCO Group Student Employee Programme 

aims to help make it easier. 

Between May and August, HADCO Group welcomed students into 

its various companies to get work exposure, to foster and encourage 

work skills that would be very helpful for them in their future career 

path. HADCO Group is committed to making a positive impact in 

the lives of young persons and the Student Employee Programme 

is just one of the initiatives through which we effect change. 

In May, James Payne 

worked in HADCO’s 

Accounts Payables 

Department 

In May, Matthew Hadad 

worked at Imanex, the 

manufacturing company 

that has made ‘HAPPY 

TIME’ ice cream cones 

for over 25 years in 

Trinidad & Tobago 

In August, 

Gabrielle Dookie 

(to left) worked 

at Peppercorns 

In August, Zane Sudan and Zoe Sudan 

(front row centre) worked alongside 

HADCO’s finance team 

Tavia Broomes, Dazzle Robley & 

Antonio Figaro (front row centre) worked 

with the administrative team in August 

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WHAT’S NEW 

HADCO Limited Received Distributor of 

the Year Award from SATT 

On Saturday 25th November 2017, the Supermarket Association of Trinidad and Tobago 

(SATT) held its Annual Christmas Dinner & Awards Gala at the Centre of Excellence for 

members of the SATT and other representatives of the food industry. 

HADCO Limited received the Distributor of the Year 

Award in (Large) category, due to its high standards in 

the areas of delivery, credit, damages (control), 

collections and merchandising. 

We at HADCO Limited are extremely grateful for such 

recognition by SATT and feel honoured and privileged to 

be of service to the supermarket community and their 

customers. We will continue to diligently strengthen and 

deepen our relationships through consistent hard work 

and service to SATT. 

Senator the Honourable Clarence Rambharat, Minister of 

Agriculture, Land and Fisheries (left), presents the Distributor 

of the Year Award (Large) to Devanand Sooknanan (right), Area 

Manager-Central (Food Retail Sales Department) of HADCO 

Limited at SATT’s Annual Christmas Dinner and Awards 

A close-up of the Distributor of the Year Award (Large), 

which HADCO Limited is honoured to have received 

THAT’S IT FOR THIS ISSUE OF 

SEE YOU AGAIN FOR ISSUE 33! 

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