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Internal Audit Staff completes Leadership Training with Coached
#TurksandCaicos, April 15, 2024 – The Office of the Chief Internal Auditor (OCIA) is pleased to announce that Ms. Abbigail Clarke (Senior Internal Auditor) has completed a one-on Leadership course. This course was facilitated by Mrs. Zena Dennis-Tucker from Coached.
These one-on-one sessions covered a range of topic areas which included: problem solving specific to the workplace and culture, motivating, and encouraging team members, effective communication skills, mastering the art of effective coaching techniques, building a culture of care and engagement, and bringing awareness to leadership styles through self-analysis.
This initiative aided in the development of Ms. Clarke’s leadership abilities and was tailored to suit her needs specifically because of its one-on-one nature. The different elements and topics covered in the coaching sessions have enabled Ms. Clarke to have a well-
rounded knowledge of leadership concepts and have given her the tools to excel in her role as Senior Internal Auditor.
Full funding for this programme was provided by the Deputy Governor’s Office through the Professional Development Fund (PDF).
Comments by Ms. Clarke
This experience with Coached has been unique. It afforded my coach, Zena and I the opportunity to assess where I currently am and to develop from my skills from there. It was customised specifically for my leadership development needs, and that made it a worthwhile experience. These sessions have provided me with the knowledge and opportunity to develop my leadership skills in a number of different areas and this aided in building the capacity of myself, the Department and by extension the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) Government.
Special thanks is due to the TCI Government, particularly the Deputy Governor’s Office, for their assistance in making this opportunity possible. Special thanks is also due to my team at the OCIA and my family for their continued support as I bring this chapter to an end. I look forward to contributing to the betterment of the Turks and Caicos Islands with my added knowledge and skills.
Comments by Zena Dennis-Tucker – Founder of coached (www.coachedworld.com)
Our leadership training at coached is founded on the principle of cultivating leaders capable of producing successive leaders within various industries, establishing an ongoing cycle of leadership excellence not only throughout the Caribbean region but also on an international scale.
It’s a profound honor to elevate communities like the Turks and Caicos Islands community, aiming not only to advance excellence but also to showcase that local talent holds significant value, contributing to the sustainability of talent both regionally and on the global stage. Collaborating one to one with professionals such as Abbigail Clarke, a Senior Internal Auditor at the Office of the Chief Internal Auditor TCI, highlights the caliber of talent present in the Caribbean. We feel privileged to have been the chosen company to initiate her journey, elevating her mindset and leadership capabilities which will have a lasting positive impact for generations in
Turks and Caicos.
As we continue to raise the profile of Caribbean professionals let us continue to ensure that they are fully equipped with the tools necessary for continuous improvement and expertise within the region. Abbigail is without a doubt an exemplary asset to the Turks and Caicos Islands in her field and her journey within the leadership space is worth following closely.
Thank you to Abbigail’s Leader Marlon Shippie, Chief Internal Auditor, for acknowledging her talent and leadership potential, and for investing in this invaluable experience. Abbigail’s success serves as an inspiration and a testament to the capabilities present in the Caribbean, furthering the mission to establish leaders who can produce other leaders in the industry and the Turks and Caicos Islands.
A special thank you to the Deputy Governor’s Office for your support in enabling this opportunity. Your commitment to contributing to a better Turks and Caicos Islands is truly commendable, and we are confident Abbigail’s newfound expertise will be an asset to the progress of your community.
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – May 14th, 2024 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Government and Molo Hotel Group reached a pivotal juncture on Monday, May 13th, 2024, with the ceremonial signing of a development agreement at the Premier’s Office on Providenciales. The agreement, which received official Cabinet approval on March 13th, 2024, signifies a steadfast commitment to advancing the economic landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Molo Hotel Group is a family-owned business, renowned for its distinguished portfolio of high-quality hotels worldwide. The
development initiative encompasses the construction of three distinct IHG branded hotels: InterContinental Turks and Caicos, Kimpton Turks and Caicos and Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos. Scheduled for completion by 2027, each resort boasts a distinctive design from luxury to laidback sophistication spanning across the shores of Grace Bay Beach.
Kimpton Turks and Caicos – an epitome of luxury lifestyle living, will feature 192 guest rooms including three outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a fitness center. Additionally, seven dining options ranging from a beachfront restaurant to a rooftop bar.
Adjacent to the Kimpton, InterContinental Turks and Caicos will offer 59 classic luxury suites with panoramic ocean views. Mirroring its counterpart, this resort will offer an array of dining options and upscale facilities.
Steps away from the Intercontinental and Kimpton resorts, Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos will embrace a sense of community and contemporary elegance, offering 56 bedrooms. The resort will feature an onsite restaurant, lobby bar, outdoor pool, and fitness room.
Beyond the realm of hospitality, this development agreement underscores the government’s commitment to fostering economic growth and enhancing employment opportunities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Molo is partnering with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) to actively promote hospitality as a career choice and support in developing training programs, career fairs, seminars, workshops, and events to raise awareness about hospitality careers. Molo has committed to provide employment and apprentice opportunities to TCICC students and provide mentoring and practical on property training to students.
The signing event was graced by Hon. Charles Washington Missick, Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Jamell Robinson, Deputy Premier, Hon. Kyle Knowles, Minister of Public Safety and Utilities, Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, Łukasz and Marcin Slominski, Owners of Molo, Ross Morrow, Managing Director Molo, Arik Kono, Vice President Upscale Development for IHG, Dr. Candice Williams, President and CEO of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Angela Musgrove, InvestTCI CEO, Dr. Barbara Ambrister, Chairperson of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Dr. Delores Stapleton- Harris, Vice President of Academic, Vocational and Student Affairs for the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Mr. Kevin Baxter, Dean of Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) and Sheryl McLaughlin, InvestTCI Investment Services Executive.
Commenting on the development agreement, Premier, Hon. Misick, stated “The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing of
IHG/Molo Hotels is a significant step towards a sustainable future for hospitality in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Three hotels, Kimpton, Intercontinental, and Hotel Indigo, will be introduced, enhancing our tourism product and creating employment opportunities.”
He further added, “Partnerships with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College and Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission are underway, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to developing human capital and elevating tourism offerings. This project will bring economic growth, embrace local talent, and enrich our economy.”
Additionally, Mrs. Angela Musgrove, CEO of Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, emphasized “This collaboration confirms our commitment to fostering economic growth and prosperity within our country. We have worked closely with Molo Hotel Group, and we are confident that this transformative project will further position the Turks and Caicos Islands as a premier destination for travel and investment. Much to our delight, it will also provide opportunities for engagement with our Community College and small business community.”
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, operating through its primary Investment Promotion
Agency, Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, remains committed to attracting and facilitating Foreign Direct Investments to the country by providing a comprehensive suite of services. Through strategic initiatives and targeted promotion, the agency catalyzes sustainable development, driving innovation and small business opportunities across various sectors of the economy.
#TurksandCaicos, May 13, 2024 – Detectives of the Serious Crime Unit of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force have
charged a man who allegedly stole a vehicle.
The accused, DANVANTE BRISCO, 30, of Kew Town, Providenciales, was charged with:
- One Count: Robbery
- One Count: Taking Motor Vehicle Without Authority
- One Count: Using Offensive Weapon to cause fear
Mr. BRISCO appeared in court today (May 13 ) and was granted bail of $7500.00 with one surety.
The matter was adjourned to July 05 for a Sufficiency Hearing.
#TurksandCaicos, May 13, 2024 – A 20-year-old Dock Yard male appeared in court today (May 13th) charged with a series of firearm-related offences.
The accused, JAMES SIMON, was denied bail and remanded into custody pending a Sufficiency Hearing scheduled for July 05th, 2024.
Mr. SIMON faces the following charges:
- One Count: Robbery;
- One Count: Gang Membership
- One Count: Possession of a Firearm for the Benefit of a Gang
- One Count: Possession of Ammunition for the Benefit of a Gang.
The charges against Mr. Simon followed investigations by officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force into a robbery at the parking lot of a Casino where three males robbed a victim.
Additionally, Mr. Simon is charged with the following offences, having been arrested on May 02nd, 2024, along South Dock Road.
- One Count: Possession of a Firearm
- One Count: Possession of Ammunition
- One Count: Unlawful Entry
Officers also charged a teenage minor who was in the company of Mr. Simon on May 02nd with One Count of UNLAWFUL ENTRY.
The accused, seventeen and from Kew Town, Providenciales, pleaded guilty and will be sentenced on May 20th.
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