NCB Financial Group Limited (NCBFG) advises that Mr Steven Gooden – Chief Executive Officer of NCB Capital Markets Limited – will be leaving the organization effective September 30, 2023. The NCB Group appreciates Mr Gooden’s leadership and contribution to the Wealth Management segment for almost two decades, and CEO of TFOB 2021 Limited, operators of digital wall Lynk, Vernon James, who was formerly employed at NCB Capital Markets, also stepped down in the aftermath of a staff cut at Lynk just days ago.
NCB Financial Group Limited (NCBFG) this afternoon announced additional leadership changes at National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited as part of efforts to streamline the organisation’s structure, foster greater responsiveness, and bring NCB closer to its customers.
The changes include:
* Sheree Martin, who previously served as Senior Vice President (SVP) of Retail Banking & Customer Experience, now steps into the role of Executive Vice President (EVP) for the Retail Banking Division, focusing on refining retail customer interactions. Additionally, Martin will assume responsibility for Group Marketing, Communications and Digital.
* Dave Garcia, formerly General Counsel, will assume the title of EVP, Legal and Corporate Services, serving both NCBJ and NCBFG. Garcia’s legal expertise will provide valuable insights as the company shapes its strategic priorities in Jamaica.
* Tanya Watson-Francis, currently Senior Vice President – Treasury & Correspondent Banking Division, has been appointed EVP, Treasury & Capital Management. In this position Watson-Francis will assume additional responsibilities for balance sheet management, reflecting the Bank’s increased focus on capital efficiency.
* Malcolm Sadler, who acted as Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for NCBFG, assumes the role of Group CFO.
* Jacqueline De Lisser also transitions from her Interim CFO role at NCBJ to become the Bank’s CFO.
“These shifts represent our forward-looking commitment to our customers and stakeholders. At NCB, our core belief lies in continuous pursuit of excellence and charting progressive paths, “ said Robert Almeida, Interim Group CEO of NCBFG.
NCB Financial Group Limited (NCBFG) advises that effective September 30, 2023, Mr Septimus Blake’s term as Chief Executive Officer of National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited (NCBJ) will come to an end. The NCB Group appreciates Mr Blake’s service and leadership during the period of over 20 years when he has been an officer of NCBJ.
Mr Bruce Bowen will become Chief Executive Officer of NCBJ effective October 1, 2023, having also been appointed a director of NCBJ effective September 26, 2023. Mr Bowen continues in his capacity as a Special Advisor to the Interim Group Chief Executive Officer of NCBFG and brings a wealth of experience at the senior executive level in banking and other financial services.
Key Insurance Company Limited (KEY) wishes to advise of the resignation of the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Stuart Andrade with effect as of September 30, 2023. The Company’s Assistant Company Secretary, Mrs. Sharon Prendergast, will also demit office effective October 15, 2023. KEY takes this opportunity to sincerely thank Mr. Andrade and Mrs. Prendergast for their invaluable contributions to the Company throughout their tenure.
Ciboney Group Limited (CBNY) advises that Whycliffe Cameron has resigned as Director and as a member of the Special Committee effective August 25, 2023.
Jamaica Public Service Company Limited (JPS) wishes to announce that Mr. Gary Barrow, Chief Operating Officer will be retiring effective October 14, 2023. Mr. Barrow’s journey with JPS spans over eleven (11) years, beginning with his role as Senior Vice President, Customer Operations and Support. Throughout his tenure, Mr. Barrow played a pivotal role in spearheading numerous transformative changes and initiatives within the Company. Jamaica Public Service Company Limited (JPS) wishes to announce that Mr. Ramsay McDonald, Senior Vice President Customer Services has tendered his resignation, which will take effect on September 30, 2023. His journey with JPS spans eighteen (18) years, commencing with his role as a Customer Care Manager in November 2004 and culminating in his appointment as Senior Vice President of Customer Service in 2017. Throughout his tenure, Mr. McDonald has been instrumental in company’s growth and development.
Carreras Limited (CAR) wishes to advise that Mr. Andre Pryce, our current Head of Trade, will be transitioning to a new role in the BAT Group, effective September 30, 2023. Please be further advised that Mr. Manuel Ruiz will be appointed to the position as Head of Trade, effective October 1, 2023, subject to regulatory approvals.
The Board of Directors of Ciboney Group Limited (CBNY) announces the appointment of Winston Watson as Director effective September 4, 2023. Mr Watson will serve as an independent non-executive Director, and has been appointed to the Special Committee. Mr. Winston Watson is a self-motivated business leader with over 30-years’ experience in leadership and executive management. During his career, he has both led and held senior management positions in several companies, in Jamaica, Barbados and Canada, to include Petrojam Limited – General Manager; Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica – Group General Manager; Banks Brewery – General Manger; Industrial Gases Limited – Division Manager; Spar Aerospace – Business Unit Manager, among others. Mr. Watson has also served on several public and private boards. Mr. Watson has extensive training in Renewable and Alternate Energy and holds a Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Waterloo, and both a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering and a Master of Business Administration Degree from the University of the West Indies. He has several professional and leadership certifications and accreditations to include from MIT, Sloan School of Management and Harvard Law School.