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DAIC describes Valentine Poponne as a reliable figure in Dominica’s commercial community

27 July 2026
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The Dominica Association of Industry and Commerce DAIC has described renowned local business owner Valentine Poponne as a reliable figure in Dominica’s commercial community.

Poponne, who was the owner of the Valentine store and the father of Melissa Poponne Skerrit, passed away on Saturday.

Natasha Yeeloy-Labad, the Public Relations Officer of the Dominica Association of Industry and Commerce (DAIC), says his establishment became an integral part of daily life for Dominicans.

Public Relations Officer of the Dominica Association of Industry and Commerce DAIC Natasha Yeeloy-Labad