MARCH EDITION . #16
THE CB GROUP NEWSLETTER 03
CB CHICKEN SUPPORTS KACI FENNELL
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SMART EGGS: WE WERE FOCUSED ON HEART HEALTH IN FEBRUARY
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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF… THE CB CUSTOMER CARE TEAM
Table of CONTENTS
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welcome cb chicken supports kaci fennell
bad dawg turns 3
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nutradays across the island
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cookbook of the week!
day in the life of the cb foods customer care team easy grilled pork chops with basil and sweet mango puree
safety comes first
WELCOME
2014 is gone and believe it or not 2015 is here, running along and before you know it will be gone too. Last year was by all indications a very good year for us and we look forward to greater accomplishments in the current year. As we continue to move forward we need to maintain our focus and positive attitudes to work. As such I’ve put together a few quotes and suggestions that I hope will be a guide to most if not all of us going forward. 1. Always do right -- this will gratify some and astonish the rest. 2. Make yourself aware of management’s goals. A determination to help make them a reality will make you invaluable. 3. Your ability to work productively with those around you is a key measure of your effectiveness. 4. The only place where success comes before work is in the dictionary 5. Don’t let the fear of losing be greater than the excitement of winning. 6. Don’t be afraid to give your best to what seemingly are small jobs. Every time you conquer one it makes you that much stronger. If you do the little jobs well, the big ones will tend to take care of themselves. 7. The difference between a job and a career is the difference between forty and sixty hours a week. 8. A successful man continues to look for work after he has found a job. 9. “You need to be aware of what others are doing, applaud their efforts, acknowledge their successes, and encourage them in their pursuits. When we all help one another, everybody wins.” 10. “There are two kinds of people, those who do the work and those who take the credit. Try to be in the first group; there is less competition there.”
welcome
Many of us are already practicing these in some shape or form, for those who aren’t, it may not be a bad idea to try some of these. Ideas are funny little things though. They don’t work unless you do. 2015 is promising good things and hopefully many more successes, but very little of this will happen without your continued efforts and commitment. I wish you all the very best for the rest of 2015 and beyond as we strive for greater accomplishments for the CB Group.
Audley Raymore Head, Processing and I.F Projects.
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CB Chicken supports
Kaci Fennell Miss Universe Jamaica 2014
CB Chicken was on hand at Triple Century Sports Bar in New Kingston to support our very own Pan Chicken Championship 2014 Celebrity Chef Winner Kaci Fennell as she placed 5th at the Miss Universe 2014 Finals. Congrats Kaci, you made the CB Family and the rest of Jamaica proud. Here are a few pics from the fun night.
around the brand in 30 days — cb chicken
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‘Best Jamaican Pick Up Line’ Valentine’s Contest
around the brand in 30 days — cb chicken
What’s your best pick-up line? To celebrate Valentine’s Day on Social Media, CB Chicken had a “Best Jamaican Pick Up Line” contest. Participants submitted their best and funniest pick up lines, with a real Jamaican flair and won special dinners at Caffé da Vinci and Opa! Greek Restaurant and Lounge.
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Caribbean Passion Celebrates the Month of Love.
From Left: Dr. Terri-Karrelle Reid, Gleaner Online Manager, Nastassian Brandon, Law Student, Kathryn Royes, Project Manager, CB Group, Dr. Melissa Chin-Nehemiah, Tina Hamilton, Brand Manager, Caribbean Passion and Kerry-Ann McKoy Tulloch, Attorney at Law
During the ‘Month of Love’, Caribbean Passion held a brunch for these 5 married and engaged women, hosted by Miss Jamaica World 2005, Dr. Terri-Karelle Reid, the ladies had a fun, frank discussion around the table about love, relationships, and food (see more details on our Facebook page). Caribbean Passion also hosted a special giveaway of the ULTIMATE Valentine’s Day Lunch, Breakfast, and Dinner on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram! Winners enjoyed special Valentine’s Day meals at Fromage Gourmet Market. Don’t forget to follow: Twitter @caribpassionja Instagram/Facebook: @CaribbeanPassionJA around the brand in 30 days — caribbean passion
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A Copperwood Love Story: 90 Years of Love and Counting Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating all that’s good about romance. During February, the month of love, Copperwood Pork joined in the worldwide celebration by pulling out all the stops and treating one very special group who not only love food but genuinely love each other. We had the honour of sitting with three generations of love; married for a combined 90 years were: Mr. and Mrs. Simpson (56 years of marriage), Mr. and Mrs. Cowan (29
years of marriage) and Mr. and Dr. Cowan-Lyn (5 years of marriage). Chef Christian Sweeney created an exquisite and memorable three course menu which was enjoyed by everyone from start to finish.
punctuated by course after delicious course. It was the main course that stole the show as Chef Sweeney prepared a Grilled Pork Chop with sweet mango and basil puree. See our recipe section to try at home!
The family allowed us and the Gleaner into their home as they discussed love, relationships, family and of course food.
A Special Note. The Cowans are in fact a part of our CB Family and loyal CB Foods customers. We are proud to be conducting business with their company Lillan Limited for over 15 years.
The evening was filled with laughter, and reminiscing about old times
around the brand in 30 days — copperwood
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We were focused on
Heart Health in February February was Heart Month, and Smart Eggs continued to help Jamaicans ‘Eat Smart, Live Smart’ by shining a light on heart health, and how our Omega 3 enriched eggs can be part of your healthy diet. You may have seen us in the Jamaica Observer’s Branded feature with Health Coach Krissy Scott. Scott advises that egg yolks being bad for your heart is a myth: “The yolk contains most of nutrients found in the egg. It contains the majority of the copper, nearly all of the calcium, iron, folate, and B6, and 100% of the vitamins A and E. It is good for your bones, eyes, skin and your heart”. And remember, our yolks are where the Omega 3 is stored, so go ahead and enjoy the yolk! Where else were we? Did you catch us on TVJ’s Smile Jamaica? We demonstrated even more delicious ways to have Smart Eggs and get on the path to a healthier lifestyle, and happy tummy. Remember our Facebook page always has great recipes like: Frittatas, Eggs in a Nest and Shakshuka, as well as tips for a healthy, active lifestyle.
around the brand in 30 days — smart eggs
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IGEGTA, BB TA, DA BFORA3DYEARS! On Friday February 6th, our Bigga, Betta, Badda Sausage turned three. And we treated loyal Bad Dawg enthusiasts to 2-4-1 specials at all these locations: • Devon House North Lawn • Boulevard Super Centre • Empire Supermarket, Cross Roads • Strand Street, Montego Bay • Montego Bay Bus Park (behind Courts) • Oakton Entertainment Complex (also known as Lime Light) • Wing King (Oaklands) At Devon House, however Bad Dawg had its BIG BIRTHDAY PARTY, hosted by Dutty Berry, with music by DJ Cut Eye. Patrons enjoyed the jokes by the always hilarious Dutty Berry, had dance competitions, and received giveaways from Devon House I Scream, Chocolate Dreams, the Devon House Bakery and more. Here are a few pictures from all that good badniss!
around the brand in 30 days — bad dawg
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The Big Feed thanks its top customers with NutraDays across the island
Danree Delancy, NUTRAMIX Technical Sales Representative, Garth Clarke (Source One Feeds), his father, Ossie Clarke (Owner, Source One Feeds) and Tina Hamilton, Brand Manager NUTRAMIX
Throughout February NUTRAMIX had three stops in its annual “NutraDays” series as a way to reward our customers their performance throughout the previous year, and to show appreciation to their loyal consumers. The Big Feed has 5 sales regions: Eastern (Portland, St. Thomas, & St.Mary); Central (Kingston & St. Andrew, Clarendon, and St. Catherine); Southern (Manchester and St. Elizabeth); Western: (Westmoreland, St. James, and Hanover); and Nothern (Trelawny & St. Ann) We award 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes to our top performing customers in each region every year – treating 1st place winners to a special treat of a NutraDay - a party ‘on us’, with delicious CB Foods products prepared by Chef Gairy Bowes, and giveaways of baby chicks, promotional items, as well technical support by our vets and experts, feed giveaways, and of course music!
around the brand in 30 days — nutramix
This year’s NUTRAMIX NutraDays awardees are: • Eastern: Eastport Farm and Garden – Port Antonio, Portland • Northern: Falmouth Farm Store, Falmouth, Trelawny • Western: Source One Feeds and Agricultural Supplies – Savanalamar, Westmoreland • Southern: Junction Farm Store – Junction, St. Elizabeth • Central: E&G Feed City – Overall Island Champions – Farmers Cross, Clarendon We’ve had three NutraDays so far and our next stops will be, March 3rd at Eastport Farm and Garden in Port Antonio, and March 10th at E&G Feed City at Farmers Cross, Clarendon.
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Creating Bonds
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Two Sister’s Cook Book named Cookbook of the Week! The creators of our own CB Foods 2015 calendar recipes and hosts of TVJ’s 2 Sisters and a Meal Suzanne and Michelle Rousseau have been featured on Yahoo Food! They are the authors of Caribbean Potluck, which Yahoo named Cookbook of the week on February 17th! Have you tried one of the delicious calendar recipes yet? ‘Two Sisters and a Meal’ airs Sundays, on TVJ at 5:30 pm.
CBG Staff giving back when and where we can
Have you seen the new CB Foods recipe page?
From left: Carol Beckford, Admin. Assist - NPM, Mrs. Sophia Walters, Interim Manager of the Homestead Place of Safety, Stony Hill and Sharon Black, Port Manager. Mrs. Walters was presented with a cheque in the amount of $10,000 from the CBSSC – CB Sports and Social Club towards the welfare of the girls.
A Cheque donation in the amount of $10,000.00 is handed over to the CB Arnold Road football team by Dwen Gordon (Rep. of the CBSSC) to Ms. Camille Spaulding. This was given to assist with registration fees.
our community — cookbook of the week
In February we launched the “Sisters Choice”, a partnership with Two Sisters and a Meal hosts, Suzanne and Michelle Rousseau. Check out our CB Chicken tray packs at your favourite supermarket and try one of the great recipes featured on www.ilovecbfoods.com This exciting recipe page is brand new, and will be updated with great recipes from all of our brands. Also, keep an eye out for a full, new iLoveCBFoods page coming soon!
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C BIG B UPS
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MARCH BIRTHDAYS 8
APRIL BIRTHDAYS
Lester Johnson
17 Trevor Thomas
Alexander Marsh
18 Debbie Passmore
10 Shaneika Bailey Preston Francis
Averick Cooke
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Lilly Hitchener Tameisha McFarlane
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Albert Wright
21 Stephane Hurst
Everton Myers
11 Opal Robertson
22 Dane Thomas
Audrie McNab
12 Bjorn Bennett
23 Dalbert Barnett
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Eukel Bailey
13 Dave McLean
Michael Davis
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Claudine McLeod
14 Lynford Davis
Claudette Wynter
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Machel Wedderburn
Karen Walters-Reives
25 Patricia Nichol-Black
Fitzroy Parchment
26 Michael Pryce
Desmond Anglin
28 George Gooden
Althea Bignott 15 Clive Morris
Marvet Rhynie
Dermaine Walker 29 Nicholas Dawkins
Kaydia Rowe 16 Paulette Hollingsworth Tushane Taylor
STAFF ANNOUCEMENTS
A very warm welcome to the newest members of the CB Family! NEW HIRES
JUST MARRIED
Annett Samuels Intern (Univerisy of Technology) MIT (Group Office) February 16th – April 30th
Anna-Marie Linton (Security Administrator, CB Arnold Road) and Carlyle Linton Married December 27, 2014 Faith Temple New Testament Church of God – Bayside, Portmore.
Dwayne Williams Intern (University of Technology) MIT (Group Office) February 16th – April 30th
cb big ups — birthdays & staff movements
Kenrick Mattis (Farm Manager, Egg Farm) & Helen Jaddo Married 24 January 2015 Linstead, St Catherine.
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A Day In The Life Of… From Left: Customer Care Specialists, Sharmika Lloyd, Jason Clarke, Toni-Ann Williams, Fiona Williams, Alicia Mckenzie, Tudie Simpson, Yanique Simpson and Sasha-Gay Turner
The CB Foods Customer Care Team
1. How long have you been a member of the CB Group? Tudie Simpson: I have been working in customer care for roughly 4 years. Sasha-Gay Turner: 4 years 4months Jason Clarke: I joined the Group in 2004 as a Merchandiser. But February 25, 2015 made it 2 yrs in Customer Care Toni-Ann Williams: 4 years and 5 months. Sharmika Lloyd: This year will make it 11 years. 5 years in customer care Fiona Williams: I have been with the company for almost 10 years. Alicia Mckenzie: 7 Years Yanique Simpson: 1 year and 4 months. 2. What makes the CB Foods Customer Care Team special? Tudie Simpson: My team is extremely versatile with different personalities and different strengths. We laugh, we cry, we fuss but regardless we are family. Sasha-Gay Turner: We are very dedicated and we go above and beyond at all times. We do a lot and we do it exceptionally well.
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Jason Clarke: The commitment of our team to satisfy our customer at all costs. Alicia Mckenzie: Me :) Yanique Simpson: The dedication of the individuals to their customers and the commitment to ensuring that every customer is satisfied, no matter how big or small. 3. What is the best part about working at CB? Tudie Simpson: Especially in Customer Care - the fun we have together and of course we always get the job done no matter how frustrating things may be. Sasha-Gay Turner: The chance to interact with so many people on a daily basis and learn what they do. Jason Clarke: The diversity of the group. Toni-Ann Williams: The people that we interact with and that we get an opportunity to learn different aspects of the business. 4. What gets you through a hectic work day? Sharmika Lloyd: My team mates. They listen and then find a joke in the situation to make me laugh (especially Fiona). Fiona Williams: Making fun of and with my team members. A little laughter is better than a quarrel. Alicia Mckenzie: A prayer unto God. Yanique Simpson: Singing to myself and LOTSSSSSSS of Prayer. 5. What is your favourite CB product? Tudie Simpson: I love Caribbean Passion Rotisserie Chicken (Hot & Spicy) Sasha-Gay Turner: Chicken Chub Ham & CB Chicken drumsticks Toni-Ann Williams: CB Chicken breast fillet Sharmika Lloyd: Apart from chicken? Picnic Ham & Corned Pork Chub Alicia Mckenzie: Smoked Chicken & Bad Dawg Sausage 6. If you could be in another section of the group for a day, where would you go and why? Tudie Simpson: Definitely Sales. Working in customer care we already do in-house sales, so to experience it on the road and not be confined to a desk would be great. Sasha-Gay Turner: Any shipping location. They always seem like they are having fun like our department. Jason Clarke: Newport Genetics. Toni-Ann Williams: The Copperwood Pork processing plant at cb big ups — a day in the life of… the cb customer care team
Lucea, I would love to see how the different products are made. Sharmika Lloyd: Sales or Merchandising. I love to deal with customers hands on. Fiona Williams: Chippenham Egg Farm. Just to get a feel of the daily operations. Alicia Mckenzie: I want to go to the Copperwood Pork plant to see how our pork products are made and the different cuts. Yanique Simpson: I would choose the HR Department, I really have a passion for developing people and ensuring that they are well taken care of.
The best part of the company is the diversity of the (CB) group. There are several individual companies under one ‘roof’. 7. What has been your most embarrassing moment at work? Tudie Simpson: It is only known to myself, it is a secret and will continue to be a secret. *rolls eyes* Sasha Gay Turner: Next question. Jason Clarke: None yet, hopefully none ever. Toni-Ann Williams: I can’t recall. Yanique Simpson: None to share here. 8. Name your favourite chicken/ pork dish? Tudie Simpson: Mango Chutney Jerk Chicken Sasha-Gay Turner: BBQ Chicken and Chicken Chub Ham Sandwiches Jason Clarke: Jerk Chicken and Chicken Chub Ham Sandwiches Toni-Ann Williams: Lemon Herb Chicken Sharmika Lloyd: BBQ Pork with Mac & Cheese and Potato Salad. Fiona Williams: Corned Pork Run Dung & Roast Breadfruit Alicia Mckenzie: Mac & Cheese with Bacon & Bad Dawg Sausage Yanique Simpson: Baked Chicken with Roasted Sweet potatoes (yummmmm). 15
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Easy Grilled Pork Chops with Basil and Sweet Mango Puree INGREDIENTS (Mango Reduction) –– 3 oz dehydrated mango –– 1 tsp lime juice –– 1 tbsp white wine –– salt to taste –– 2 cups water DIRECTIONS 1. In a small sauce pan, boil 2 cups water 2. Add mango pieces and let boil until mango softens (approx 1 hr) 3. Place remaining broth and mango in food processor 4. Add lemon juice white wine and a dash of salt 5. Puree until smooth
INGREDIENTS (Pork Chops) –– 2 tbsp chopped basil –– 2 tsp chopped rosemary –– 1 tbsp olive oil –– 1 tray pack bone in pork chops –– salt (to taste) –– fresh cracked Pepper (to taste) DIRECTIONS 1. Place basil olive oil and rosemary in a blender and puree until smooth 2. Rub pork with salt and pepper 3. Rub pork with olive oil mixture 4. Heat grill and place pork chops on turning once every 5 minutes until done 5. Serve immediately with mango puree
Recipe courtesy of Chef Christian Sweeney
recipe corner — easy grilled pork chops with basil and sweet mango puree
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Caribbean Passion Pepperoni Pizza INGREDIENTS (serves 4) –– Cornmeal –– 1 can (13.8 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated classic pizza crust or 1 can (11 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated thin pizza crust –– 1 can (8 oz) pizza sauce –– ½ cup pepperoni, sliced –– 1 cup mozzarella cheese (4 oz), shredded –– 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, grated
DIRECTIONS 1. Heat oven to 425°F. Sprinkle cornmeal on counter or 12-inch cutting board. Unroll dough on counter. Starting at center, press dough into 12-inch square, forming 1/2-inch rim. Spray or grease 15x10inch or larger pan/cookie sheet. Sprinkle cornmeal on cookie sheet. Unroll dough on cookie sheet. Starting at center, press dough into 15x10-inch rectangle. 2. Spread pizza sauce over crust to within 1/2 inch of edges. Top with pepperoni and mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. 3. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Cut into 4 servings.
recipe corner — caribbean passion pepperoni pizza
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Home Ownership: The New Mortgage Insurance Act and You In December 2014, the Houses of Parliament passed amendments to the Mortgage Insurance Act, aimed at making mortgages more accessible for persons seeking to own a home. What does this mean? • The Bill increases from 90% to 97%, the portion of the appraised value of the property on which mortgage indemnity insurance is granted; and to vary the percentage of the appraised value by way of Ministerial Order.
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This means that individuals can expect to need to present smaller sums for deposit to access a mortgage than in previous years
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A prospective purchaser will need find 3% of the price of the house as down payment, plus an estimated 2% closing cost for an overall input of 5% (exclusive of relevant duties).
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This is in comparison to current down payment requirement of 10% to 15% plus closing cost of 2%, which is out of the reach of many Jamaicans.
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Banks will vary in how they apply the new rules, but in general upfront costs of home ownership should go down.
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AT CB Group, Safety Comes First.
Do you know the fire action plan for your location?
1. Raise an alarm - SHOUT FIRE 2. Operate the nearest fire alarm 3. Use the nearest Exit 4. Leave the building
5. Report to the Assembly Point
6. Follow the safety Marshall’s Instructions
7. Call the Fire Department EMERGENCY: 110 OR 112
YORK PARK: 922-2121-2
HALF WAY TREE POLICE: 926-8184
HALF WAY TREE FIRE: 926-8165-6
Give your name State the location of the fire Give your contact number 8. Do not return to the building until authorized to do so tid bits — safety comes first
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Try
Island Grill’s
Spicy Mango
Pork Rolla
to d a y
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Did you know the SPICY MANGO PORK ROLLA at Island Grill is made with Authentic Copperwood Pulled Pork? Launched in February, this delicious pork sandwich wrap is now available at Island Grill stores across the country!
Comments Please
Tell Us What You Think! We’re always looking for fresh ideas for the ChatBout. Send your thoughts and feedback to Andrew.raymore@mycbgroup.com and help us make the ChatBout better than ever in 2015.