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BAHAMAS: Tradewinds 2018 Closing Ceremony
#Nassau, June 25, 2018 – Bahamas – The Minister of National Security, the Honourable Marvin Dames, expressed profound thanks for the 
United States Government’s sponsorship of Exercise Tradewinds, the largest annual regional event of its kind that promotes Caribbean Security among partner nations.
In his remarks at the closing ceremony for Exercise Tradewinds 2018 at Coral Harbour Base, Minister Dames emphasized the importance of training together as a unified body.
“Over the past 3 weeks, this exercise has also strengthened the strong bonds of security cooperation that exist between regional and international partners at the operational and tactical levels”, said Minister Dames. “This bond is vital to enabling our security forces not only to stand ready, but to also stand together in securing our borders”.
Remarks were also brought by Major General Robert M. Branyon, Deputy Commander for Mobilization and Reserve Affairs for the United States Southern Command, who represented Admiral Kurt Tidd, the Commander, US Southern Command. Major General Branyon stated the positive outcome of a cohesive unit.
“When we join together in exercises like this, we learn from one another; we better understand one another, and ultimately we become stronger and more secure together,” said Major General Branyon. “The personal relationships made throughout this exercise binds us together, not just as security professionals, but really as equal partners and true friends”.
In expressing his appreciation to coordinators, partner forces, planners and participants for making Exercise Tradewinds 2018 a great success, the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Tellis Bethel, stated that the event provided the Royal Bahamas Defence Force the “opportunity to train with foreign security forces of partner nations on the home front,” in addition to allowing the Defence Force “to extend an invitation to our Bahamian law enforcement partners to train together” for the purpose of enhancing regional security.
The ceremony on June 21st was the culmination of more than a year-and-a-half of planning and 3 weeks of intense training that concluded with the execution of a real-world counter-terrorism scenario conducted by military personnel from over 20 nations. Phase 1 of the training exercise was conducted on the island of St. Kitts from June 4th – 13th, and The Royal Bahamas Defence Force hosted Phase 2 of the exercise from June 14th – 21st, 2018.
Other distinguished guests in attendance at the ceremony included Ms. Stephanie Bowers, US Chargé d’Affaires at the United States Embassy in Nassau; Colonel Thomas Bright, U.S. (representing Terrence O’Shaughnessy, Commander, US Northern Command), Honorary Consul members of 
participating nations, as well as senior military and law enforcement officials from The Bahamas and other participating nations.
Nations represented included Canada, Mexico, France, the United Kingdom, and partner nations throughout the Caribbean. Exercise Tradewinds 2018 is an annual US-sponsored regional training exercise that focuses on Caribbean security including disaster relief and humanitarian assistance. This year’s event was centered on countering transnational organized crime.
The ceremony concluded with plaque exchanges between Commodore Bethel, as Chief of Defence Staff for the Tradewinds CARICOM Task Force, and Major General Branyon and Colonel Bright of the US Southern and Northern Commands.
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Header: Commodore Tellis Bethel, Chief of Defence Staff for the Tradewinds CARICOM Task Force bringing remarks at the closing ceremony of Tradewinds 2018 at the Defence Force Base on June 21, 2018.
Insert 1: Colonel Thomas Bright, U.S. (representing Terrence O’Shaughnessy, Commander, US Northern Command), presenting Commodore Tellis Bethel, Chief of Defence Staff for the Tradewinds CARICOM Task Force with a gift of presentation during the closing ceremony for Exercise Tradewinds 2018.
Insert 2: Major General Robert M. Branyon, Deputy Commander for Mobilization and Reserve Affairs for the United States Southern Command presenting Commodore Tellis Bethel, Chief of Defence Staff for the Tradewinds CARICOM Task Force with a gift of presentation during the closing ceremony for Exercise Tradewinds 2018.
(RBDF Photos by Marine Seaman Michael Turner)
RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited (“RBC”) is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Kerryl-Lyn King-Henry as Country Manager and Area Vice President (“AVP”), Personal and Commercial Banking, Turks & Caicos Islands (TCI).
In her new role as Country Manager and AVP, King-Henry will take on full responsibility for the bank’s operations, strategy, and development in the TCI market, with a strong focus on solidifying partnerships with the Government, regulatory bodies, and the local community.
King-Henry brings to the role a dynamism influenced by nearly 25 years of industry experience. Prior to her new appointment, she served as AVP of Business Banking in Trinidad and Tobago. She has held progressively senior roles within both personal and commercial banking, as well as various functional units.
King-Henry holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, with a specialization in Leadership, FinTech and Big Data Analysis, in addition to a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. Further enriching her professional profile, Kerryl-Lyn is a certified John C. Maxwell Coach, Trainer, Teacher, and Speaker. Her passion for leadership and development is matched by her commitment to community service, as she actively volunteers her time and leverages her professional expertise to mentor and support others. “
Kerryl-Lyn’s extensive experience and proven leadership capabilities make her the perfect choice to lead our operations in the Turks & Caicos Islands,” said Ericka Rolle, RBC’s Managing Director and Vice President, Personal Banking, The Bahamas and TCI.
“Her commitment to excellence, combined with a genuine passion for community engagement, aligns perfectly with our Bank’s purpose of helping clients thrive and communities prosper. We are excited to see the positive impact she will undoubtedly bring to her new role,” she added.
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