We had the good fortune of connecting with Jabian Sutherland and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Jabian, where are your from? We’d love to hear about how your background has played a role in who you are today?
I am from Portmore, Saint Catherine, Jamaica. I traveled to the states when I was about 14 years old. I was raised by my very stern but loving grandmother for most of upbringing in Jamaica. I hold my childhood memories close because it has definitely shaped me to be the man I am today. My grandmother taught me ” that there are always many sides to a problem, but only one solution.” As a child, it barely made any sense, until I became older. My grandmother’s way of raising me, was probably extremely strict as a child, but as man I cannot thank her enough. I was taught, manners, respect, discipline and to always have a peace of mind to stand for yourself no matter what. The only failure that truly exist is failure of self.
Throughout my adolescence, once I entered the United States. My mother got passed the baton. She took over what was left in raising me. Let me just say, being raised by a go-getter is not any easier. She built-up the businessman in me, from selling snacks in school, to curating my FLYAFFAIRNATION events, any idea that came to my mind, my mother has always been my main supporter. I definitely give props to my mother for installing that self-made mentality. It’s an honor to have been raised by two very strong Caribbean women. I will carry that with me until my last of days.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
FanCinematix is a full-service production company. I am the founder and CEO of the production company. It is one of the branches under FLYAFFAIRNATION.

FLYAFFAIRNATION as a whole is a multimedia company. We produce original content, music videos, documentaries, interviews, podcasts, commercials honestly anything and everything. Fancinematix carries more of the cinematic artistry aspect of production.

Throughout the years, yes, there was challenges. All good things come with challenges, but as my grandmother used to say, “there’s only one solution”. Staying true to my vision throughout this ongoing journey is what keeps it alive. Understanding people will come and go. Things can go really bad for a second then extremely good the next. Mistakes are made to learn from them and grow.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
My favorite place is Steve’s Pizza all year round.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
The Creator, my mother. I dedicate every step I take to her. She deserves all credit. Her story is legendary. Well, at least to me.

Website: https://fancinematix.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jabiansutherland/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jabian-sutherland-4596a772

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/flyaffairnation

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/flyaffairnation/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FLYAFFAIRNATION

Image Credits
@draculaxproductions @jaewae_ @_ricoproduction

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