I am a highly qualified risk management professional with over 14 years of risk management experience and over 20 years of management experience. My area of expertise is in enterprise risk management, financial and operational risk management, economic analysis and modelling, strategic planning, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and investment management.
Operating at a senior level, I have helped several institutions develop and embed enterprise risk management, internal controls and compliance frameworks, engaging with senior leaders to understand their objectives and drive value-add strategies to help them achieve those objectives. I have also assisted companies in shaping their risk appetite statements and metrics, providing qualitative and quantitative reporting and allowing them to make strategic business decisions in line with their risk appetite.
I am pragmatic in my approach, and I am always driven to find practical solutions to organisational challenges while working collaboratively with senior leaders to improve risk management practices. On a personal note, I enjoy interior decorating, hanging out with my 3 beautiful young ladies and love reading inspirational books!
Education
2022/2023
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute, USA
Level 3 Candidate in the CFA Program.
The CFA program is a self-study, master-level qualification. It provides a strong foundation in advanced investment analysis and real-world portfolio management skills. To date, I have acquired training in ethical and professional standards, quantitative methods, risk management, economics, financial reporting and analysis, equity, fixed-income, derivatives, alternative investments and portfolio management and wealth planning. I have been able to use these skills to make significant contributions at many organisations.
2007-2008
Global Association of Risk Professionals
Certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM)
Financial Risk Manager (FRM) is a professional designation awarded by the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) to the candidates who successfully complete this certification program. The skills I have acquired has allowed me to quantify and manage market, credit, operational, liquidity and treasury risks.
1995-1997
University of the West Indies
Master's degree in Economics (MSc. Economics)
I acquired model building & forecasting skills and economic and research analysis skills which I was able to use to produce published research work.
1990 - 1994
University of the West Indies
Bachelor's degree in Economics & Management (BSc with First Class Honours)
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2022/2023
Global Association of Risk Professionals
Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR) Certified