MEET THE TEAM

CORE TEAM

  • CEO/Founder


    Nicole Grimes Ph.D. is an award-winning author, educator, consultant and Founder of Carib Biz Network in 2019. She remains a passionate education, business development, and branding+marketing consultant with over 25 years of professional experience in K-university learning environments. Her love of Caribbean culture served as the seedbed to start CBN - a community dedicated to amplifying Caribbean talent and entrepreneurs.

    Grimes is an alumna of The Graduate Center, City University of New York (CUNY) where she received a Ph.D. in Urban Education. She is a former NYC high school principal, university adjunct Assistant professor and STEM educator. She earned an M.A. in Secondary Science Education from Teachers College, Columbia University & a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Cornell University.

    Her current mission to close the racial wealth gap by providing education and opportunity to Caribbean businesses in North America and beyond.

    She hones numerous skills and proficiencies in business branding & digital marketing, AI, organizational leadership, project management, data-driven problem-solving..


  • Strategic Communications Officer

    Sarita Nauth is a pioneering Indo-Caribbean Producer, Social Media Strategist, and Beauty Influencer. With nearly a decade of experience as a Senior Social Media Manager and Producer at esteemed networks such as VH1, BET, and MTV, Sarita has spearheaded numerous award-winning digital series, including the acclaimed Black Girl Beauty. Her expertise extends to crafting viral red carpet coverage for prestigious events like the VMAs, MTV Movie & TV Awards, BET Awards, NAACP Image Awards, and the MET Gala, resulting in over 300 million viral video views.

    As an Influencer, Sarita has forged exclusive partnerships with prominent beauty brands, including Juvia’s Place, Il Makiage, and Evolve MedSpa. Her robust background in Publicity and Communications is underscored by a Bachelor's degree in Advertising Marketing Communications from the Fashion Institute of Technology, complemented by ongoing education in Digital Cinematography at Berklee Online. With over 10 years of experience in Media & Entertainment, Sarita is dedicated to amplifying the visual narratives of Caribbean women. She aims to foster authentic conversations surrounding beauty, culture, and identity, bringing these vital stories to the forefront of the industry.

VOLUNTEERS + PT | 2025

  • Graphic Designer


    Kaysha is a passionate Graphic Designer, Content Creator, and Digital Strategist with a deep love for visual storytelling, brand building, and community engagement. With skills spanning from social media management, marketing strategy, and digital design, Kaysha brings a vibrant, results-driven approach to every project. Her work is defined by a keen creative eye, a strong understanding of audience behavior, and a commitment to creating impactful online experiences. As an emerging voice among women in tech, Kaysha is committed to designing innovative, user-centered digital experiences that empower brands, foster connection, and drive growth across platforms.

    Rooted in the rich culture of Saint Lucia, where her love for Carnival first blossomed at just two years old, Kaysha continues to carry the vibrant energy and pride of being born and raised in Caribbean into everything she does. Proudly calling herself "The Caribbean CREATE-HER," she is driven by a passion to represent her heritage, celebrate community, and inspire through both creativity and technology , always building a bridge between culture and innovation.

  • Graphic Designer

  • Graphic Designer

ADVISORY BOARD | 2025

  • Shana Hall is a Senior Executive within the Alternative Investment Industry, with over 18 years of experience, focusing on Strategic Operations. Hall is currently an Executive Director at GCM Grosvenor, a global asset manager. Ms. Hall leads the client reporting team for the private equity, infrastructure, real estate, and absolute return strategies; responsible for client servicing, communications, and reporting. Previously she focused on strategic projects, product development and corporate investment opportunities. She also serves on the firm’s Culture Council. Prior to joining GCM Grosvenor, Hall was a Director at a boutique Third Party Administrator, where she served as a senior business development professional and was actively involved in the firm’s marketing and client service strategy. Before that, she was a manager at TPG leading the day to day fund operations for multiple private equity platforms, including 21 fund complexes. Prior to that, Hall was a Senior Manager in the Wealth & Asset Management practice of Ernst & Young in New York and Chicago, focusing on investment management and operational advisory services. She began her career as an Implementation Analyst at FIS Investran. Hall graduated from the Elliott School of International Affairs at George Washington University with her Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs and a concentration in International Economics. Hall serves on the National Association of Investment Company’s (NAIC) Women in Alternatives Advisory Board, is a Board Trustee for KIPP New Jersey, an Executive Board Member of the Council of Urban Professionals, and a Board Trustee for the Rockhouse Foundation.

    She is a proud Jamaican from Kingston, residing in the NY/NJ area. 

  • With nearly 20 years of editorial experience and a lifetime of travel under her belt, Danielle is journalist and travel expert who has been tapped to create and lead Black travel content at both EBONY and ESSENCE Magazines. Her pen has told the stories of countless Black travelers in the print and digital pages of Conde Nast Traveler, Afar Magazine, Sweet July, and many other outlets. In 2021, she edited an award-winning package on Black travel for Travel + Leisure, which led to Danielle leading their popular annual “It List” issue of new luxury hotels around the world, and bringing numerous tales of the Caribbean to the magazine’s lauded pages.Danielle holds a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Howard University. A born and raised New Yorker, Danielle is based in Brooklyn’s Little Caribbean neighborhood.