Kenisha R. Davis now holds the position of Manager – Business Support Unit at The Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis. She has seventeen (17) years working experience within the institution and have garnered a wide range experience in the following departments; Accounting, Finance, Credit Risk, Business Support. Miss Davis graduated from the University of the West Indies (CaveHill Campus) in 2011 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Accounting. She later pursued her MBA and graduated from Walden University in 2018. She continues to show her dedication and hard work throughout the institution. In her free time, she likes to listen music, spend time with family and friends and visit the beach.
She goes by the mantra, “A man is but the product of his thoughts. What he thinks, he becomes” Gandhi
Kenisha R. Davis now holds the position of Manager – Risk/Compliance Unit at The Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis. She has seventeen (17) years of working experience within the institution and has garnered a wide range of experience in the following departments; Accounting, Finance, Credit Risk, and Business Support. Miss Davis graduated from the University of the West Indies (CaveHill Campus) in 2011 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Accounting. She later pursued her MBA and graduated from Walden University in 2018. She continues to show her dedication and hard work throughout the institution. In her free time, she likes to listen to music, spend time with family and friends, and visit the beach.
She goes by the mantra, “A man is but the product of his thoughts. What he thinks, he becomes” Gandhi
Mr. Laurinston Matthew has over 20 years’ of work experience within the Development Bank of St. Kitts & Nevis in the following Units, Delinquency Unit, Loan Management & Documentation Unit & Management Information Systems.
Mr. Matthew holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Management Information Systems and a Master of Business Administration Degree.
Mr. Matthew has completed training in the following areas: Organizational Culture, Intro to Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012, Intro to Crystal Reporting, Advanced Crystal Reporting, Intro to Microsoft Azure for IT Professionals, Intro to QL Database, Intro to Java Script/Query, Supervisory Management and Effective Communication and Leadership.
Mr. Matthew has over 20 years’ of experience in Supervisory Management and currently holds the post of General Manager of he Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis.
Ms. Godwin, our Deputy General Manager, is a highly motivated, enthusiastic, resilient, and determined professional with approximately ten (10) years of management experience in banking, credit risk assessment, and financial reporting. She has worked within the Development Bank of St. Kitts & Nevis for over fifteen (15) years in various departments including Accounts and Finance, Credit Risk, and Internal Audit. Ms. Godwin holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Accounting and Management Information Systems and a Master of Business Administration Degree from Lindenwood University, St. Charles, Missouri U.S.A. Her professional accomplishments include Business Planning and Financial Modeling for Microfinance Institutions, Fundamentals in Fraud and Forensic Auditing, IFRS 9: Financial Instruments, Significant Changes in IFRS9 and its Implications, Applying IFRS/IAS, Performance Management, Risk Management, Organizational Culture, Credit Analysis, Anti Money Laundering, and Supervisory Management and Effective Communication and Leadership. Ms. Godwin lives by these quotes “There are no failures — just lessons to learn from” and “Life is not a problem to be solved but a reality to be experienced"
With over two decades of experience in the financial services industry
Ms. Hyacinth Pemberton is among the finest financial minds of the
present era. Having served the people of St Kitts and Nevis through the
Development bank of St. Kitts & Nevis, she has performed duties in most
areas within our Nevis Branch, along with numerous acting positions within the Main Branch.
Ms. Pemberton holds a Bachelors of Arts from the University of Sunderland
in the United Kingdom and a Masters of Science in Management &
Finance from the Birmingham City University also of the UK.
Driven by the need to be competent and professional in the execution of her duties and service to her country men and women, she ensured to pursue supplementary training over time.
She has certificates in Project Writing with the Caribbean Development Bank and Leadership Skills with Cave Hill Business School. In Additionally to her certification in Supervisory Management from UWI, Ms Pemberton is a Certified Residential Mortgage Underwriter and is also an Associate of the Institute of Canadian Bankers.
Miss Pemberton also holds certification in Anti Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism from KAW Management Services in Antigua. She also holds a certification in Credit Appraisal for Development Financial Institutions.
Miss Pemberton is also community minded and in the past, she has been a member of Voices of Women, recognized athlete and member of the Highlights International Women's Cricket Team. She presently serves as a member of the Dyslexia group in Nevis and as a contributing member of the Prospect Community Group.
Ms. Danienne G. Y. Brin has over 11 years work experience within Development Bank of St. Kitts & Nevis, which includes the following Units, Loan Management and Documentation Unit, Office of the Chief Executive Officer, and Human Resources Unit.
Ms. Brin holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from St. Mary’s University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, and a Master of Science degree in Public Administration and Social Change from Walden University, Columbia, Maryland, USA.
Ms. Brin is also a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success.
Ms. Brin has completed training in the following areas: Effective Executive Assistant Leadership, Organizational Change, Staff Morale, Effective Performance Management, Conflict Resolution, and Emotional Intelligence.
Ms. Brin has over 8 years’ experience in Human Resources and currently holds the post of Manager, Human Resource Unit
Chantelle Rochester, the Integrated Marketing and Communications Manager at the Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis, is a seasoned Professional Communication Strategist with nearly 6 years of experience in collaborating with brands to drive qualified leads and enhance sales outcomes. Known for her versatility, Chantelle excels in both agency and in-house marketing environments, where she skillfully executes high-impact marketing strategies across digital and print channels.
Her proficiency extends to leveraging technology and social media platforms to increase sales, enhance brand awareness, and educate customers about product offerings. Chantelle is recognized for her proven organizational and time management skills, ensuring the timely and budget-conscious delivery of all marketing campaigns.
Furthermore, she has established herself as an innovative problem-solver, capable of finding solutions to unexpected crises, thereby positioning the company as a responsible leader committed to full disclosure and trustworthiness.
In addition to her professional achievements, Chantelle has an impressive academic background, holding an iMBA with a specialization in Digital Project Management (pending), a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with a focus on Public Relations, and various certificates attesting to her leadership and analytical abilities.
Chantelle Rochester's commitment to excellence is evident in her academic honors, including being a DCS Platinum Honoree, a DCS Gold Scholar, and achieving Magna Cum Laude for Academic Excellence. Her involvement in various leadership roles and associations further underscores her dedication to personal and academic development.
Additionally, Chantelle Rochester is an active member of the Roary Club of Liamuiga, further demonstrating her commitment to community engagement and service. Through her involvement in this esteemed organization, Chantelle contributes to initiatives that positively impact and uplift the local community, aligning with the Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis's ethos of social responsibility. Her dedication to both professional excellence and community service reflects her well-rounded and impactful presence within and beyond the workplace.
Ms Veronica Boddie finds her greatest motivation is derived from assisting others, her customers in particular and as a result she has spent a great deal of time mastering the art of exceptional Customer Service.
Ms Boddie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management with a minor in Human Resources. She has been employed with the institution for the past 21 years, working in various departments over the years including Loans Management, Delinquency and Compliance Department.
Ms Boddie has completed training in Supervisory Management, Cohen and Klein , March 2015
Organizational Culture Change Workshop , March 2016 ( Barbados Productivity Council), Compliance Officer Training Course, October 2020 ( FSCR St. Kitts Branch ), CAMS ( AML/CFT ) Virtual Sanctions Training , November 2022
Starting her career at entry level within the institution, Ms Boddie now holds the post of Manager of Customer Relations and Service Quality, which she finds most fitting given her passion for Customer Service.
Ms Boddie’s passion for delivering exceptional customer service has provided her with the opportunity to speak and assist a number of organizations who are trying to improve their customer service. She has also served as a Mentor for (WEG) Women Empowering Girls, a title she deems most important.
Ms Boddie is an avid reader of all things inspirational and motivational, she is a member of the Cayon Church of God and works in a number of ministries. She truly believes that with God all things are possible if simply we believe and to serve others is but the greatest of honors.
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As Business Relations and Support Manager, Avelyn Browne's banking experience spans over 24 years working in various departments throughout the Bank.
She graduated from the University of the West Indies with a Bachelor’s degree in Leadership and management with a minor in Human Resources.
A personal philosophy of Ms. Browne is “Together we are a formidable Team”. This is built on strong communication skills, interpersonal relations, mentorship, and organization skills.
Avelyn is an avid reader, enjoys traveling, and is a nature lover. In her downtime, you can find her reading a book, hiking through nature trails, or volunteering through the “Care Giving Ministry” via the group “SDA Nevis Possibility Ministry “.
Mrs Jasmine Irish is presently the Manager of the Project Research and Development Unit
with the responsibility of managing the development of environmental systems and policies
and solving and alleviating environmental issues within the Bank.
Mrs Irish has held several executive positions within the Development Bank of St Kitts-Nevis
including Acting C.E.O, Acting General Manager, Operations Manager, Manager
Loans/Credit Risk, Manager Delinquency/Recoveries, Manager Loans
Administration/Management and Documentation and Acting Manager Business Support.
She is a Certified Residential Underwriter (CRU) and Member of the Real Estate Institute of
Canada. She holds an MBA with a Specialism in Finance from the University of Edinburgh
and a BSc (Hons) in Business Management from the University of the West Indies.
With over thirty-three (33) years of experience in the financial services industry, she has
acquired an impressive package of skills which include - Analytical, Leadership,
Organizational, Technical, Managerial, Supervisory, Interpersonal, Written and Verbal
Communication.
Mrs Irish also holds certificates in Leadership and Management; Leadership Effectiveness;
Debt Collection Strategies & Techniques; Debt Collection & Revenue Management;
Enterprise Risk Management; Managing Attitudes; Change Management; Art & Science of
Communication; Managing Human Potential; Establishing Strategic Direction; Loan
Portfolio Administration and Management; Credit Appraisal; Effective Credit Management
and Debt Recovery; Client Management and Project Appraisal Techniques; Project Risk
Analysis; Significant Changes to IFRS 9 and its implications.
She has been featured in several articles including The Real Estate Institute of Canada
Exchange 2008 and SKNIS May 2021 articles relating to the Bank’s 40th Anniversary
Celebrations.
Prior to joining the Bank Mrs Irish worked at Wall’s Deluxe Record and Book Store for one
(1) year.
Mrs Irish is a born again Christian who takes delight in attending and actively participating in
church activities. During her days off from work, she loves spending time with family and
friends, playing dominoes, cooking, baking, and viewing track and field sporting events.
Mrs Irish believes “it is important to treat each person as an individual and every issue as
one that matters”.
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As Compliance Manager, Avelyn Browne overseas the internal control systems of the Development Bank of St Kitts & Nevis to prevent violation of regulatory guidelines & policies.
Her Banking experience spans over 24 years working in various departments throughout the Bank.
She graduated from the University of the West Indies with a Bachelor’s degree in Leadership & Management with a minor in Human Resource.
A personal philosophy of Ms. Browne is “Together we are a formidable Team”. This is built on strong communication skills, interpersonal relations, mentorship, and organization skills.
Avelyn is an avid reader, she enjoys travelling and is a nature lover. In her down time, you can find her reading a book or hiking through nature trails or volunteering through “Care Giving Ministry” via the group “SDA Nevis Possibility Ministry “.
Ms. Tamara Herbert has 12 years’ work experience within Development Bank of St. Kitts & Nevis, Ms. Herbert has performed duties in the following Units: Credit Risk Management Unit and Accounts & Finance Unit.
Ms. Herbert holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting (Special), University of the West Indies.
Ms. Herbert has completed training in the following areas: Credit Analysis, Organizational Culture, IFRS 9 - Financial Instruments, Emotional Intelligence, Credit Appraisal, Anti Money Laundering, Supervisory Management and Effective Communication and Leadership.
Ms. Herbert provides private tutoring in CXC Levels and University of the Wes Indies Distance ( UWIDEC) Students. She previously held the position of President of the St. Kitts Island Council Anglican Young People‘s Association and is presently a member of the Vestry of the St. Thomas’ Anglican Church.
Ms. Herbert has over 3 years’ experience in Supervisory Management and currently holds the post of Manager –Accounts & Finance Unit.
Mrs. Kimmoy O’Loughlin- Burroughs has over 10 years work experience within Development Bank of St. Kitts & Nevis, which includes the following Units, Loan Management and Documentation Unit,
Business Support Unit and Credit Risk Management Unit.
Mrs. O’Loughlin – Burroughs holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Andrews University, Michigan, USA and a Master of Management Degree in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from Antwerp Management School, Belgium.
Mrs. O’Loughlin- Burroughs has completed training in the following areas: Credit Analysis, Organizational Culture, Business & Professional Women Empowerment, Emotional Intelligence, Supervisory Management and Effective Communication and Leadership.
Mrs. O’Loughlin- Burroughs has over 5 years’ experience in Supervisory Management and currently holds the post of Manager – Credit Risk Management Unit.
Mr. Huggins has over 20 years of experience working at the Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis. He is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the bank’s computer systems, assists with the administration and maintenance of the Bank’s Local Area Networks including security, and maintains and implements all application software relating to the banking systems.
Eldean is a powerful force in the workplace and uses his positive attitude and tireless energy to ensure that the bank’s infrastructure is well-maintained and up-to-date.
He is inspired daily by two quotes, “Whatever you do, do it to the best of your ability.” and “Work hard and stay Humble.”
To be a viable financial Institution, which promotes economic growth and development by providing financial and advisory services to viable ventures and programmes in Business, Industry, Agriculture, Education and Housing.
We look forward to hearing from you as we assist in your quest for further development.
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