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C&W Communications’ Graduate Program Bolsters Investment in Caribbean Talent Development
C&W Communications, a leading telecommunications and entertainment provider in the Caribbean, is making a significant investment in talent development through its Graduate Program. The program has recently welcomed seven exceptional young professionals who were successfully recruited, showcasing the company’s commitment to attracting, nurturing, and developing regional talent for its future leadership and growth.
Targeting recent university graduates with less than two years of experience and a high potential for rapid advancement, the Graduate Program spans 24 months. During this time, participants engage in a series of challenging projects, immersive learning workshops, and mentoring experiences that equip them with the necessary skills for managerial positions.
“We are delighted to welcome these promising young individuals to the C&W family,” said Dom Boon, Vice President of People at C&W Communications. “The Graduate Program plays a pivotal role in our efforts to invest in and shape the next generation of leaders. These graduates represent the future architects of our company and the wider Caribbean region. I am particularly pleased that this year’s Caribbean representation has more than doubled, from two graduates in 2022 to seven, which demonstrates our strong commitment to nurturing regional talent.”
The 2023 cohort of the Graduate Program includes Raven Massiah from Barbados, Odane Blidgen, Chelsey Cunningham, and Sherice Preddie from Jamaica, Jalen Monzac from St. Kitts, Shania Alexander from Trinidad & Tobago, and Kaneisha Johnson from The Bahamas. Each of these individuals brings a unique blend of skills, knowledge, and fresh perspectives to the company, aligning with C&W Communications’ strategy of fostering a strong pipeline of future leaders who will steer the region to unprecedented heights.
Additionally, the C&W graduates will join six other graduates from C&W’s sister companies in Panama and Puerto Rico, further enriching the program with diverse perspectives and experiences.
To learn more about the Graduate Program and C&W Communications’ commitment to talent development, interested individuals can visit the website www.lla.com. By investing in the development of regional talent, C&W Communications is positioning itself for continued success and contributing to the growth and prosperity of the Caribbean region.
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British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission Welcomes New Leadership
The British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (BVIFSC) has announced new appointments to its governing board, with Mr. Gerard St Clair Farara KC stepping in as Chairman and Ms. Patlian Johnson as Commissioner. The appointments, confirmed by the Ministry of Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, mark a new chapter for the commission as it seeks to strengthen the territory’s financial services sector.
Mr. Gerard St Clair Farara KC has been appointed to a three-year term as Chairman, effective August 1, 2024. A seasoned legal expert with a distinguished career, Farara currently serves as a Commercial Court Judge for the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court and leads the litigation team at the BVI office of COLLAS CRILL, formerly Farara Kerins. Farara’s prominence in the legal community is further highlighted by his appointment as Queen’s Counsel in 1996, cementing his standing as a leading figure in the Virgin Islands Bar and the broader Eastern Caribbean.
Ms. Patlian Johnson will serve a one-year term as Commissioner, also beginning on August 1, 2024. Johnson, a Strategy and Policy Advisor with extensive experience, currently holds the position of National Coordinator for the UNDP Project Office. She brings an impressive academic background, including a Master of Science in Economics and Finance from the University of Bristol and a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Accounting with First Class Honours from the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus.
The pair will replace outgoing Chairman Mr. Robin F. Gaul and Commissioner Mr. Melvin A. Turnbull, whose terms have concluded. Minister of Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL), praised the new appointments, stating, “I am delighted to welcome Mr. Farara and Ms. Johnson to the BVIFSC Board of Commissioners. Their combined expertise will be invaluable as we continue to navigate the challenges and opportunities facing the financial services sector.”
Smith also expressed gratitude to the departing board members for their significant contributions to the growth and stability of the territory’s financial services industry. According to the Government Information Service (GIS), these appointments underscore the Virgin Islands’ commitment to maintaining a well-regulated and competitive financial services sector.
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