Digicel Supports Higher Learning

Digicel Supports Caymanian Institutions for Higher Learning

Digicel Shows Lots of Love at Local Universities with Treats for Students

George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands – September 26, 2008:   In a generous show of appreciation, the Bigger, Better network treated students at the St. Matthews University (SMU) and University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) to a “Talk for Free Pizza Fiesta” during recent lunch-time breaks.

Digicel, the Bigger, Better network mobilized its team to stage lunch treats consisting of steaming-hot pizza and cold beverages for the hard-working students at SMU and UCCI in Grand Cayman.  The events which were well attended, facilitated introduction of Digicel’s Talk for Free promotion to students in Grand Cayman.

Digicel representatives traded their corporate “look” for more relaxed attire to serve the eager students of both institutions.

There were lots of give-aways and activities that engaged the student population.  Students were seen displaying their gifts, participating in photo sessions, offering testimonials and having fun with the Digicel representatives and members of faculties.  Digicel’s latest value-added promotion, Talk for Free, was introduced to participants.  They were thrilled!

Austin Chase, a 26 year old student at SMU, offered his feedback about Digicel. “I like Digicel.  Digicel is very cultured and always on the cutting-edge.  Digicel is formal, but definitely knows how to party!” said Mr. Chase.

“Digicel supports education, especially higher learning,” said Mrs. Casandra Harris, Head of Marketing for Digicel Cayman.  “Our Talk for Free promotion is an advantage for students who have heavy financial commitments already. This will alleviate some expenses and provide more opportunities for students to speak with their loved ones,” said Mrs. Harris. 

• Call Digicel-to-Digicel locally for three minutes and get 30 minutes FREE!
• Call Digicel-to-Digicel in Digicel Caribbean markets for 10 minutes and get 30 minutes FREE!
• Call USA or Canada for 10 minutes and get 30 minutes FREE!

Digicel launched in the Cayman Islands on March 3rd, 2004, after acquiring a licence to operate in September 2003. The Cayman operation has grown to include 11 dealer stores and over 50 employees.

With investments exceeding US$25 million in the Cayman Islands, Digicel Cayman has been responsible for introducing strong competition into the market and driving mobile penetration through superior services, reliable coverage and high value offerings.  The company also offers a wide range of handsets at affordable prices and was the first to bring innovative products and services to the Cayman Islands such as rollover minutes, prepaid roaming, closed user groups, WiMax technology, and ECAY text directory service.

ABOUT DIGICEL GROUP
Since its launch in 2001, Digicel has become the largest wireless telecommunications operator in the Caribbean with more than six million customers.  After seven years, Digicel is renowned for competitive rates, unbeatable coverage, superior customer care, a wide variety of products and services and state-of-the-art handsets. By offering innovative wireless services and community support, Digicel has become a leading brand in the Caribbean and has placed the region at the cutting-edge of wireless communications.

Digicel is incorporated in Bermuda and has operations in 23 markets, including Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Aruba, Barbados, Bermuda, Bonaire, Curacao, the Cayman Islands, Dominica, El Salvador, French Guiana, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Martinique, St Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad & Tobago and Turks & Caicos. With new launches planned for the British Virgin Islands (BVI), Honduras and Panama, Digicel expects to be in 26 markets in the next 12 months.  The Caribbean company also has coverage in St. Martin and St. Barths.

Digicel is the lead sponsor of Caribbean sports teams including the West Indies Cricket Team and Special Olympics teams and is title sponsor of the Digicel Caribbean Football Union Cup and the Copa De Naciones, the Caribbean and Central American qualifiers to the CONCACAF Gold Cup. 

Visit www.digicelgroup.com  for more information on Digicel