#Freeport, Grand Bahama, The Bahamas – February 24, 2020 — Director of Group Corporate Affairs and Government Relations at Port Group, Limited (PGL), Philcher Grant, today announced the promotion of Glendia Sweeting as Manager of Group Corporate Affairs at Port Group Limited.
“Mrs. Sweeting has worked in various capacities within the
group of companies, and we are confident that her knowledge of the business and
experience will further enrich the team,” said Ms. Grant. “She brings a unique
perspective that will help shape our vision and strategic direction.”
Mrs. Sweeting, who joined the Company in 2013, assumed the
role effective February 1, 2020 reporting to Ms. Grant.
Of the appointment, Ian Rolle, President of the Grand Bahama
Port Authority (GBPA) and PGL, said, “Our organization’s success is
strengthened by talented individuals. Throughout Mrs. Sweeting’s tenure, she
has made significant contributions in the areas of business development,
customer service enrichment and crisis communications management. We are
committed to promoting deserving individuals through the ranks who demonstrate
the tenacity and skills to help our organization improve the quality of life
for residents.”
Acting Chairman of the GBPA, Sarah St. George, said, “We are
pleased to recognize another talented Bahamian. As our attention continues to
focus on the restoration and rebuilding of Grand Bahama following Hurricane
Dorian, we remain committed to empowering skilled individuals like Mrs.
Sweeting. Keeping our residents and licensees updated is of utmost importance,
and our strengthened team will help us to stay connected as we continue toward
full recovery.”
Over her seven years of service, Mrs. Sweeting has contributed
to the Customer Services Department of the Grand Bahama Development Company,
Limited and the Business Development Department of the GBPA. She
possesses a broad knowledge in mass communications and media relations,
marketing, customer engagement and quality assurance, business development and
investor relations. She is the co-host of GBPA’s talk show, “Focus Forward”,
where she apprises local, national and international audiences of the
initiatives executed by the GBPA.