I have worked with Trisha Carara across two public speaking courses and an extensive mentorship programme. In over a year working together, I watched her grow, consistently and professionally, session by session.
She is tenacious and persistent on the quest for her own growth and development. This translates to an authentic, experiential base from which to inspire and encourage her audiences to embrace change and take on personal and professional transformation.
Her focus on staff presentation and professional development is a natural fit for her talents and temperament. With her gift for clarity, cadence and stage presence, she connects with people across the room.
She takes feedback well and uses it to improve. I am proud of Trisha for her drive, commitment and personal passion. I am confident that wherever Trisha speaks, people are moved to think, change and grow.
Alvin Day
Executive Director, Global Empowerment Institute, Public Speaking Coach
Author, If Caterpillars Can Fly ~ So Can I
I am honored to write this letter of reference for Miss Trisha Carara in support of her future endeavors as an Advocate and youth leader.
I have known Miss Carara for a few years and can attest to her integrity, professionalism, and commitment to advance the socio-economic and cultural unity of persons in Jamaica and the Diaspora. Trisha is a leader who is passionate about our youths. For several years, she has represented the interests of Jamaica and the Diaspora community through her books and educational videos on which is visible at elijahsprints.com and keepencouragingyourself.com.
The breadth and depth of her work involves strategic work in Jamaica, in Connecticut and across the global Diaspora. As a radio media personality on the Reggae Voyage Show, her reach to the wider community is broad, providing information across multiple spheres, including business, youth economic development, cultural events, and entertainment. With a reach of over 500,000 listeners and more on a weekly basis, the show is aired in England, South Africa, Jamaica, Ghana and the United States. Her interviews of diverse people, especially those of youth leaders and adults, have been an inspiration as we listen to the words and wisdom of our future generation. As such, her media presence engages the wider community and the many other external stakeholders at the city, state, national and international levels. Her segment of "The Diaspora Junction" on the program maintains the highest number of listenership.
On a personal level, first and foremost, Trisha is a self-starter, and has deep and abiding commitment to the stakeholders that she works with and those she serves. She brings a wealth of experience both in cross-cultural interactions and leadership skills. She is a motivated problem solver and brings solutions to the most difficult and challenging scenarios. I highly recommend her for any leadership roles without any reservations.
His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Donovan Longmore
CT. NE Diaspora Representative, Global Jamaica Diaspora Council, UN Youth Ambassador
Trisha Carara's Staff Engagement Workshop was a refreshing experience. Over the course of three hours, she offered a powerful reminder that staff engagement begins with the leader. Her message was clear: you cannot pour into others from an empty cup. By prioritising personal growth first, leaders and HR practitioners are better positioned to foster professional development and inspire growth within their teams.
The workshop was very highly interactive, blending self-check quizzes, a thought-provoking video, a break-out group discussion and a well-chosen case study. Each participant also received a practical workbook, which made it easy to capture insights and apply them to real-world contexts. Trisha's facilitation style was dynamic and engaging; she encouraged meaningful discussion and created an atmosphere where participants could connect ideas to their own workplace experiences.
What stood out most was her fresh take on the roots of staff engagement. Arguing that the true "value-add" comes from what we, as leaders, bring to the table ourselves and what we engender in our team members, Trisha enjoined the participants to marry theory with enhanced practice. This she reminded participants is the thing that AI cannot replace: the human touch. This perspective was both timely and necessary, especially as organisations grapple with digital transformation.
I would highly recommend this workshop to anyone interested in staff engagement. It is particularly valuable for small and medium-sized businesses and new ventures without a fully developed HR function, as it demonstrates how multiple HR practices influence an organisation's ability to engage its workforce. Trisha Carara has delivered a relevant, practical, and truly empowering session.
★★★★★
Ms. Olivene Thomas
Coordinator, The Human Resource Development Unit, Department of Sociology, Psychology and Social Work, The UWI, Mona
University of The West Indies HRD Orientation Symposium - Staff Engagement Workshop
I was impressed by Trisha's presentation on AI and organisational change. She highlighted with clarity and conviction that successful adoption of AI is not just about technology - it is about people. Employees must be trained, retooled, and equipped to use AI efficiently. What stood out most was her emphasis on the human dimension: while AI can process data at incredible speed, it cannot replicate emotional intelligence. She reminded us that employee engagement, creativity, and empathy remain exceptional strengths in the workplace. Her talk was both inspiring and practical. I left with a renewed sense of responsibility - not only to enhance my technological adeptness but also to focus on the uniquely human skills that AI cannot demonstrate.
Dr. Corent McDonald
Organisational Psychologist, Process Consultant, and Wellness Facilitator
University of The West Indies HRD Orientation Symposium - Staff Engagement Workshop
Trisha's passion for child and youth development is evident in the work she produces. From two standpoints, she continues to blaze a trail in the social development space that is of monumental benefit to national development: she has authored groundbreaking materials that cater to the cognitive and affective domains in education, and her philanthropic work with various nonprofit organisations both locally and overseas continues to have positive life-changing impact on beneficiaries from various demographics.
★★★★★
Dr. Lawman Lynch, Ph.D.
Program Manager, New York Edge
Trisha is very passionate about youth empowerment, and has clearly demonstrated this through her dedication to supporting and guiding youth in their development, and the resources she has created to help them on their path.
Colonel Martin Rickman
Former National Coordinator, Housing Opportunity Production and Employment Programme (HOPE)
From the beginning of the school year, the resources created by Trisha Carara serve as excellent tools for students to set personal learning goals. With these guides, they can also track their progress throughout the year.
Franklin Burrell
Lasco Teacher of the Year 2023 · Master Teacher · Head of Science Department
Trisha offers immense value as an inspirational educator, thought generator, research catalyst, and practitioner, as well as a superb guide, mentor, and motivator.
Maurice Marshall
Senior Manager - 30+ years in Media and Information Technology
She is not just a mentor, but a mother who cares about the passion and the burning desire of her kids. Madam Carara has been a strong arm to rebuilding broken hearts and those who have been frustrated about the ups and downs of life's challenges, like me. I was always reminded of this quote: "Fulfilling your purpose is not without challenges." This alone has been a motivation not to give up on the person I want to become.
Regardless of the time difference, Madam Trisha Carara has always been visible in modelling my mind and communicating with me whenever possible - with quotes, books, motivation, and advice. She has made me feel that nothing is impossible. Through our interactions, I have grown so strong in confidence, self-awareness, and self-management, and in being brave enough to engage life's journey in every way possible.
"Basically, you want to make a difference. It is finding different means by which to make a difference - mindful that in every good there are challenges. You have to decide on an approach and identify risks." - Trisha Carara
George C. Flomo
Mass Communication Student and Journalism Diploma Holder · Liberia, West Africa
International Mentorship
This is a short excerpt. To hear George's full story, visit the Keep Encouraging Yourself YouTube channel, a testimonial that speaks to the reach and depth of Trisha's work across continents - Watch Full Testimonial →
I love this journal because it makes me feel like I have a say and my feelings and opinions matter.
★★★★★
Ariana, Age 10
Our Children Our Future Empowerment Journal
