Entrepreneurs Invest in Creative Sector of Trinidad and Tobago
By CNW Reporter
Thursday, October 8, 2026
3 min read
Marie Bermudez-Hinkson and Anthony Hinkson, South Florida entrepreneurs with roots in Trinidad and Tobago, are committed to bolstering their home country’s creative economy. Their vision transcends mere philanthropy, focusing on sustainable business growth.
They have founded two enterprises in Trinidad and Tobago: Elevated Art Solutions and The Elevated Creative Hub.
Elevated Art Solutions
Located on Long Circular Road in Maraval, Elevated Art Solutions provides essential art supplies, custom framing, and printing services tailored to artists, students, and collectors.
The Elevated Creative Hub
Building on the success of their first venture, the couple established The Elevated Creative Hub at the Shoppes of Maraval. This space serves not just as an art gallery, but as a venue for workshops, exhibitions, and community activities, fostering connections among artists, creatives, and the public.
Their overarching aim is to reinforce the infrastructure supporting the creative sector—offering artists the materials and opportunities they need to thrive.
Connecting Diaspora Communities
The Hinksons see their mission as vital for Caribbean artists hoping to connect with diaspora communities in places like South Florida, New York, Toronto, and London. They believe that “art allows us to bring a piece of that home into our everyday lives.”
Through The Elevated Creative Hub, they also provide resources for artists to develop their business acumen—covering aspects like pricing, documentation, and marketing strategies. Their objective is to foster not only individual artistic expression but also the establishment of robust, sustainable art businesses.
Promoting Caribbean Art
A key facet of their work involves encouraging Caribbean expatriates to collect art from their homeland. They aim to create deeper relationships between artists and collectors, emphasizing that “the market does not stop at the shores of their island.”
By investing in art-centric businesses and initiatives, including exhibitions and creative programming, the Hinksons strive to integrate the Caribbean art scene into the wider global market.
Building Cultural Bridges
For the Hinksons, their business ventures represent a new paradigm in diaspora investment—going beyond remittances and donations. They envision a vibrant network involving artists, collectors, and institutions that transcends geographic boundaries, reinforcing cultural ties between Caribbean communities and their counterparts abroad.
Through Elevated Art Solutions and The Elevated Creative Hub, the couple not only aims to elevate Caribbean art but also to nurture cultural preservation and economic development, making art a conduit for connection and community across generations.
