The Bahamas, January 18, 2025 – The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrice Gardiner as its first Director of People. The strategic addition marks a significant cultural transition at BTVI as the institution seeks to rebrand and reposition itself on the regional stage. It is expected that this new role will bring a fresh, vibrant and people-centred approach to the employee experience at BTVI.
Ms. Gardiner has a storied career with a proven track record in Human Resources, Performance Management and Training, Project Management and Customer Service.
BTVI’s President, Dr. Linda A. Davis expressed excitement over the new appointment, stating that Ms. Gardiner’s valuable expertise in the
field will usher in a cultural shift that will go a long way in enhancing the quality of the team, while elevating the institution’ brand.
“This appointment signifies BTVI’s commitment to staff and faculty and by extension our strategic growth initiatives. Expected to be the springboard of a culture shift across the institution, this occurs at a pivotal point in our history,” said Dr. Davis.
“BTVI is working assiduously towards accreditation by the National Accreditation and Equivalency Council of The Bahamas (NAECOB) and the Council on Occupational Education (COE), based in Atlanta, Georgia. With institutional-wide inclusion and collaboration necessary for attaining these stamps of approval regarding our educational quality, we believe that a reenergised Human Resources team will be central to our efforts in helping to energise all BTVI employees towards continuous improvement. We look forward to benefitting from Ms. Gardiner’s insight and strategies in this regard,” added Dr. Davis.
Commenting on her appointment, Ms. Gardiner expressed how thrilled she is to join the BTVI team and assisting with cultivating a culture that promotes productivity, creativity and innovation, while maintaining employee relations.
“I look forward to collaborating with all stakeholders to ensure that everyone understands their roles and how their work and presence contribute to our strategic plan goals. I am aiming to ensure that BTVI has satisfied employees and robust talent management,” said Ms. Gardiner.
She added that ownership and accountability are vital parts of achieving goals; therefore, as Director of People fostering an environment of accountability, teamwork, transparency and reliability is crucial.
One of BTVI’s three institutional pillars is Strengthening our Institute. Ms. Gardiner’s appointment aligns with that thrust of building capacity to serve and excel in a high-performing work environment.