Dr. Kesha Christie, founder and managing director of KCLH Full Business Solutions Limited, launched her debut book, The Currency of Grit, on July 5. The memoir, centered on empowerment—particularly for those who are disadvantaged—details her personal journey from adversity to success.
“I wanted to give a voice to the voiceless—especially those who’ve suffered in silence, like I did,” Dr. Christie shared. “I was a little girl walking the hills of Stony Hill, begging for lunch money so my siblings and I could get to school. I endured abuse, rejection, and shame. But I also discovered grit—and I wanted to show others, especially young girls, that no matter where you’re starting from, your story doesn’t have to end in brokenness.”
The book, she said, is especially relevant for young professionals and entrepreneurs, offering her blueprint to success and insight for those navigating healing from childhood trauma.
Readers can order copies of The Currency of Grit at www.currencyofgrit.com, with options for pickup at KCLH’s Kingston office at Suite 204, 218 Mountain View Avenue, Kingston 6, or local delivery. The book is also available on Amazon.
Dr. Christie noted that the response so far has been overwhelming. “The feedback has been deeply emotional and humbling. People have said the book made them cry, reflect, and even forgive—it’s simply captivating. Many readers have reached out saying they finally felt seen—and inspired to push through their own hardships. That kind of connection has made every vulnerable page worth it.”
An alumna of The Queen’s School in Jamaica, Dr. Christie embodies the school’s motto Virtûte et Sapientiâ Floreat—“May she flourish in virtue and wisdom.” Her path has been marked by resilience and achievement: she is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), holds an Executive MBA from Florida International University, and earned a Doctorate in Business Administration, along with several certifications in finance, taxation, and corporate governance.
KCLH Full Business Solutions, which she established in December 2015, offers a suite of services including accounting, financial consulting, taxation, and business advisory. “By God’s grace, it’s been tremendously successful. We’ve served clients across Jamaica and are now expanding into the CARICOM region. Our impact has gone beyond paperwork—we’re empowering entrepreneurs with knowledge and confidence. And when clients return to say we helped change the course of their business, that’s the true success,” she said.
Looking ahead, Dr. Kesha Christie is preparing to launch a mentorship programme and is working on her second book. Her message to others navigating hardship is clear: “You are not what you’ve been through. You are more. Don’t let shame silence you. The same fire that life tried to use to burn you can become the fire that fuels your rise. Keep believing, keep moving—even if you have to crawl. And never underestimate the currency of grit—because it will take you places talent alone never could.”
