The BVI Financial Services Commission (the Commission) announced this week, that Mr. Robin Gaul FCCA, Chairman of its Board of Commissioners, will retire from office with effect from 30 June 2024, following a stellar and lengthy tenure with the Board. Mr. Gaul, a trained accountant, served in various private practice roles, including accountant, financial advisor, … Continued
The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency has announced the appointment of Mrs. Shaina M. Smith-Archer as the Director of Programme Delivery. Mrs. Smith-Archer’s appointment took effect on 10th June, 2024, which effectively adds over 20 years of expertise in project management and engineering to the Programme Delivery Unit. As the Director of Programme Delivery, … Continued
The Maples Group is proud to announce it is supporting the redevelopment of the Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre in the British Virgin Islands (“BVI”). The US$70,000 donation will pay for the outfitting of therapy and sensory rooms in the school, which provides inclusive, empowering education aligned with BVI’s mandate to educate all children. This … Continued
Caribbean POSH has announced Dona Regis-Prosper, Secretary-General and CEO of the Caribbean Tourism Organization, as the keynote speaker for Caribbean POSH Weekend. The event will take place from June 28-30, 2024, at Harbor 360, Yacht Haven Grande, against the stunning backdrop of St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. Regis-Prosper, the first woman appointed to the post … Continued
The BVI Health Services Authority is notifying the public that due to ongoing electricity-related issues, operations at the Iris Penn Smith Clinic in East End have been suspended until further notice. Residents in the East End areas are therefore encouraged to access healthcare services at the Rosalind Penn Health Center in Long Look until the … Continued
Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services Hon. Lorna Smith OBE in partnership with Unite BVI and other contributors is hosting the Virgin Islands very first Banking Expo on June 6th, 2024 at Treasure Isle hotel from 9am-3pm. Smith in speaking with 284 media stated the importance for persons in the finance sector in the … Continued
The annual HireBVI Career Exposition will take place on Friday, May 31st, 10am to 2pm at the Multipurpose Sports Complex. This exposition promises to expose participants to careers, job opportunities and educational options in the British Virgin Islands. Rekeema Turnbull-Caines, Managing Director stated that, “At HireBVI, we assist and prepare job seekers for a successful … Continued
American Airlines will offer uninterrupted flight service to the British Virgin Islands throughout 2024, even during the historically slower travel months of July to October. This marks the first time a major carrier has maintained continuous operations to the territory year-round. The BVI Airports Authority announced the new arrangement on Saturday, hailing it as a … Continued
A night to remember filled with culinary excellence. This was on Saturday May 11, 2024, at Rosewood LiBle Dix Bay Resort at the BVI Food & Wine Festivals Inaugural partnership with the Ralph T. & Edris O’Neal Foundation. Guests were treated to a six-course wine paired tasting menu by Local Chef Brent Lettsome, BVI Based … Continued
The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) has announced it is commissioning an independent audit of Republic Bank (EC) Limited after over 12,000 customers had their accounts improperly debited due to delayed processing of transactions dating back to 2022. In a strongly-worded statement, the ECCB called the situation “downright unsatisfactory” and stated it has caused hardship … Continued
