The 2017 Mentoring Cayman Class met on January 31 for an inaugural educational workshop at the Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce.
Representatives from all local universities and schools arrived to provide insight into the possibilities students have when they graduate. The guest speakers included:
• Xenia Goddard – St. Matthew’s University
• Allison Anglin – University College of the Cayman Islands
• Roisin Liddy-Murphy – Truman Bodden Law School of the Cayman Islands
• Dr. Aleza Beverly – International College of the Cayman Islands
• Melissa Comparin – Baraud (discussed Resume Preparation)
The guest speakers addressed a range of different topics – ranging from internship opportunities and scholarships, to the different types of classes available to those looking to further their education.
Commenting on the introduction of career development and educational opportunity workshops, Chamber CEO, Wil Pineau, CCE, said: “We wanted to provide these outstanding students with every opportunity possible to ensure their future success, and to receive all the benefits from being a part of the Mentoring Cayman programme.”
Like the educational workshops, the career development session will be facilitated by expert representatives and career guidance professionals.
For those unfamiliar with the Mentoring Cayman Programme, it was first founded in 2002 in partnership with the Ministry of Community Affairs, Youth & Sports, and celebrates its 15th year in 2017.
The programme partners high-achieving students with a business or Government leader, who in turn provides them with support and encouragement for the future. The pairs will meet monthly for workplace visits, with the next visit taking place on February 22.
To find out more about the programme, or to put your name forward as a mentor for the 2018 Class, please visit www.caymanchamber.ky.
We would like to thank the local universities and all guest speakers for assisting with the Mentoring Cayman programme and delivering a brilliant workshop.
Mentoring Cayman is proudly sponsored by Cox Lumber, Rocky’s Diamond Gallery, and Caribbean Alliance Insurance Company Ltd.