Government
EMILIO SEYMOUR APPOINTED AS DIRECTOR GENERAL OF TCI BORDER FORCE
#TurksandCaicos, April 11, 2023 – The Office of the Deputy Governor of the Turks and Caicos Islands is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Emilio Seymour to the post of Director General of the new Turks and Caicos Islands Border Force in the Ministry of Immigration and Border Services.
Mr. Seymour holds an Associate of Science Degree in Business Management (2008) and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Marketing Degree (2010) from Johnson and Wales University in Miami, Florida, United States.
Mr. Seymour joined the Turks and Caicos Islands Public Service in May 2016 as the Quality Assurance Manager at
Prior to this Mr. Seymour served as an Assistant Surveyor at Ambergris Key Resort and Spa and as a Sales & Service Representative for Islandcom Telecommunications Turks and Caicos Islands.
In December 2021 Mr. Seymour was promoted in the public service from the post of Quality Assurance Manager to the post of Deputy Secretary in the Ministry of Border Services.
During his tenure as Deputy Secretary he has completed a number of training and certification programs including, but not limited to:
- International Center for Parliamentary Studies, United Kingdon – Models of Public Service Delivery Certificate (2019)
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Caribbean Development Bank – Public Policy Analysis & Management Certificate (2018)
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Friedman Sales Training Certificate
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AML (Anti Money Laundering) Certificate (annual training)
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KYC (Know your Customer) Certificate (annual training)
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TCIG Performance Appraisal Training
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TCIG Fixed Assets Register Certificate
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TCIG Leadership & Development Training (2019)
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HR Management Training for non-HR Managers (2020)
Mr. Seymour during his appointment as a Deputy Secretary has also had the opportunity to act in the post of Permanent Secretary on a number of ocassions.
Mr. Seymour in commenting on his appointment stated:
“I am deeply humbled and extremely honored to be appointed as the Turks & Caicos Islands first Director General of the Turks and Caicos Islands Border Force.
It is only by the grace of God, who has truly directed my path and the stellar coaching and mentoring of those that paved the way before me, that I am here today, confident, excited and equipped to take on this next chapter of my career.
The TCI Border Force will revolutionize our Customs and Immigration functions and I am committed to ensuring that in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders will create a safer more sustainable environment for residents and visitors alike.
The journey to a single border force will not be a swift one, we will not go untested or without obstacles, but we are a resilient people and a hard-working group of civil servants.
I have every faith in the ability of my team and look forward to a bright future with this group.
Last but by no mean least, I would like to thank my family who continues to be a pillar of support for my career as I would not be where I am today without their encouragement, support or constructive criticism.
I am fully committed to this new role and look forward to serving our islands in this new capacity.”
Acting Governor and Head of the Public Service Her Excellency Anya Williams in extending congratulatory remarks to Mr. Seymour stated:
“It gives me great pleasure to officially announce and to congratulate Mr. Emilio Seymour on his appointment as the Director General of the new Border Force here in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
This Executive, Permanent Secretary level position will be responsible leading our new Border Force, a professional, high-profile law enforcement organization that will bring together our Customs and Immigration functions to operate with flexibility across the Turks and Caicos Islands.
The TCI Border Force will transform the way we protect and police our borders for the benefit of our islands and will help to strengthen our national security infrastructure and program.
Mr. Seymour since joining the Turks and Caicos Islands Public Service is receiving his third promotion to one of the highest levels in Goverment, which is a testament to his hard work, dedication and great success.
He has done an exceptional job in his previous roles.
We wish him well on his appointment and look forward to supporting him in his new role as we transition to the new TCI Border Force which is a key priority for the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Congratulations Director General Seymour!”