
Posh Weekend
May 26-28, 2023
Caribbean POSH Weekend started just over seven years ago with the POSHgirl POWER Brunch. Greeted with an overwhelming response the event has evolved over the years, into now becoming a full destination event.
We are inviting Caribbean women of power and influence to Caribbean POSH Weekend: USVI 2023. A stylish weekend event designed for networking, fashion, food, laughter, inspiration, and woman empowerment. Caribbean women and the men who love them meet in paradise to celebrate all things Caribbean POSH.
With the POSHgirl POWER Brunch as the highlight, focus remains on the most pressing issues influencing the personal and professional well-being of female entrepreneurs in the Caribbean, particularly in the areas of Fashion, Entertainment, Marketing, and Retail.
Past event, guests have included Yvette Noel-Schure [Beyoncé’s Publicist], Grammy Award Winning Singer/Songwriter – Angela Hunte, The Queen of Soca – Alison Hinds, Empress Jeanille, TV Host – Janeisha John, Miss Jamaica Universe –Davina Bennett, Plus-size Super Model Tricia Campbell, and Regional VP of Popular VI – Oran Roebuck, GM of 4 Seasons Nevis – Yvette Thomas-Henry, and many more.
The Event



Entrepreneur / Women’s Clothing Designer (Project Runway Season 11 / All-Star), Sammy B Designs


Deputy Premier & Minister of Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, Government of the Virgin Islands


Lesley Comissiong
Political Strategist


Past Speakers









The Experience
EVENT PROGRAM SUBJECT TO CHANGE
June 16th: WELCOME + FASHION VILLA EXPERIENCE at Battu Studio (Limited Space)
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm: Pop-up shop
5:30 pm to 6:00 pm: FIRE CHAT: Growing My Caribbean Brand: Designer + Beauty
(Speakers: Samantha Black, Linea Ogiste Moderator: Ruthie Thomas)
June 17th: POWER BRUNCH at Cutlass & Cane Yacht Haven Grande
10:30 am to 11:00 am: Registration
11:00 am to 11:25 am: Welcome & Intro
11:30 am to 11:45 am: KEYNOTE: Claire Sulmers, CEO Fashion Bomb Daily
Popular presents: Mimosas & Motivation
12:15 pm to 12:30 pm: FIRE CHAT: Mastering the Art of Self-made Success
(Speaker: Karen Mitchell – CEO, True Indian Hair)
Q&A
12:45 pm to 1:15 pm: POWER PAIRING: Fashioning Change in Caribbean Communities
(Speakers: Hon. Lorna Smith, Senator Donna Frett-Gregory, Lesley Comissiong, Shaina Smith)
Q&A
1:20 pm to 1:40 pm: FIRE CHAT: Building a Brand as a Music Artist
(Speaker: Star Martin)
1:45 pm to 2:00 pm: FIRE CHAT: Trademark Triumph
(Speaker: Attorney Saelese Haynes)
2:05 pm to 2:00 pm: FIRE CHAT: How to Negotiate for More Money
(Speaker: Attorney Mika Hiliare)
2:30 pm to 3:00 pm: Fashion Showcase
(Designers: Samantha Black (JA/USA), Trefle (BVI), Kimya Glasgow (St.Vincent))
Pop-up Shop
4:00 pm: Closing
June 18th: PINK SUNDAY
WEAR PINK for the final in-person event of the weekend, a POSHgirl stylish day into evening party at Hamilton & Layfette Distillery Grand Hotel. Make your plus one that amazing dad in your life.
5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
(Entertainment: Deli Banger)
June 19th: #SHOPCARIBBEAN Instagram Live
In honor of Juneteenth Weekend, celebrate locally made or owned brands.
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Travel

Arriving by Ferry for Caribbean POSH Weekend
Make the best of the VI’s seafaring tradition. Smith’s Ferry Services is offering BVI POSHgirls a special fare of $80 round trip (inclusive of one luggage) For advance reservations call 340-775-7292 or email brunch@caribbeanposh.com for an all-inclusive booking.
Day Trip: Saturday June 17 depart Road Town at 8:00 am and returns immediately following the event.
Arriving by Air for Caribbean POSH Weekend
There are fantastic flight options available to get you to St.Thomas, U.S.Virgin Island’s. Contact your travel agent today for advance booking.
Cyril E. King Airport
- FLY THE WHALE from STX and use promo code: poshweekend23 to receive 10% off during travel window June 15-20, 2023
- American Airlines: New York, Boston, Miami, San Juan
- Delta Air Lines: Atlanta and New York (JFK)
- jetBlue: Boston
- Spirit Airlines: Ft. Lauderdale
- United Airlines: Chicago, Dulles, Newark
- Liat: Caribbean
- Seaborne Airlines: Caribbean
OFFICIAL CARIBBEAN POSH WEEKEND HOTEL

Have the time of your life with you and your girls at Caribbean POSH Weekend, stay at the newest luxury hotel located in the heart of downtown St.Thomas. Use promo code: poshweekend to receive 15% off:
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The Caribbean POSH Weekend provides sponsors an unmatched opportunity to connect with female entrepreneurs within the Caribbean Community. Your support allows us to curate experiences aimed at empowering Caribbean women and encouraging further economic growth in the region.