Publisher’s Note
Dear Readers,In a world that challenges our faith, the true significance of Christmas can evade us.At this time, especially, we need to open our hearts to those who are less fortunate. Letus be honest in our dealings with each other. Visit those who are sick and in need. Comfortthe hurt. Be kind. Love. Forgive and ask for forgiveness.In Guyana, almost everyone celebrates Christmas, irrespective of religion. Our citizens reflect ontheir inner divinity that yearns for peace and goodwill for all of humanity in spite of their belief in theexistence of a God or not.Christmas 2018 marks the Guyana Inc. Magazine’s sixth Christmas in existence. Despite hurdles, themagazine is still consistent with its publications throughout the year, including its annual Indian Arrivaland Diwali editions.In this 2018 Christmas Edition, we are pleased to feature Mr. Rizwan Khan (Twahir) of theDiscount Store. His story is an inspiring tale of a man who emerged on top despite manydownfalls and we are thrilled to highlight his accomplishments as much as we did for Cobeer‘Anand’ Persaud, Dr. Brian O’Toole, Dave Narine, Andrew Boyle and Lars Mangal in the lastfive editions of our publication.Also in this magazine is the highlight of Guyana’s imports and exports for 2018 and whatit means for the country’s economy. We also emphasized on how crucial the correct managementof Guyana’s oil revenues is for the country’s future and how the implementation of a SovereignWealth Fund will benefit this new and emerging sector.We continue to incorporate a wide range of categories that would appeal to readers of all walks oflife and ages; including Finance, Tourism, Law and Health.At this time, the Guyana Inc. Magazine is proud to announce that it has reached thesignificant milestone of printing its own copies right here in Guyana. This has opened upthe opportunity for us to print magazines for others as well. We have also introduced anew batch of prolific writers who add diverse content to the publication.We owe these successes to you, our faithful readers and sponsors.As 2019 is upon us, we strive to continue to publish monthly business magazinesthat will provide informative content of our business landscape here in Guyana andwe promise to continue to improve our output – thereby remaining Guyana’s premierbusiness publication.I encourage all of our readers to be grateful with your present life, for it’s a giftregardless of hurdles. Always remember the past, be it good or bad, for it has shaped whoyou have become. Put faith into the future and trust that whatever life brings you, you arestrong enough to endure.Best wishes for a joyful Christmas and cheers to a wonderful and productive 2019!Teshawna Lall, BA, MBA
