Jamaica-Leaving a Legacy

As we continue to celebrate the rich diverse culture of Jamaica, the Backyard is pleased to extend a welcome to Errol Ritchie, the newly elected President of the Jamaica Atlanta Association (AJA). Errol Ritchie served as Vice President of the AJA last year and is currently President of Tropical Products International Inc, a leading distributor of Caribbean products in the South. AJA’s, objective is to promote friendship, unity and understanding between Jamaicans and the greater Atlanta community. Because of their strong leadership and supportive members, they are considered the most proficient Caribbean organization in Atlanta Ga. The new President, a former Munroe graduate is an avid hockey player and was a member of the Jamaica National Hockey squad in 1974. He holds decrees from Universities in Canada and the US, as well as a successful career in Corperate America. He will share with us the plans to continue the stellar benevolent services offered to the underserved in Jamaica as well as the Atlanta community. Please join us as we use this occasion to enlighten the world to the passion shared by the Diaspora for developing understanding of Jamaica's rich culture and our desire to be of service to our local communities as well as help the underserved in our homeland.