Set amidst the serene and scenic backdrop of Cayman Brac, Leadership Cayman (LC) held its fourth seminar, Sister Islands Perspective, over two days, March 19 and 20. Immediately following flights from Grand Cayman, group members were received a behind-the-scenes tour of the Charles Kirkconnell International Airport; a tour of Faith Hospital; and a tour of Le Soleil D’Or (Golden Sun) located on the Bluff, where they were also treated to a lunch prepared by the staff at Le Soleil using their homegrown ingredients found in their farm. The Le Soleil d’Or team has been able to farm a multitude of various fruits, vegetables and herbs under such harsh conditions by crafting stone beds and pathways into the arid land.
The Sister Islands seminar was sponsored by Cayman Airways and Le Soleil D’Or and the main objective of the tour and seminar was to gain a better understanding of the unique challenges facing the Sister Islands, focusing on government, tourism and other private enterprises. In addition to sponsorships received, the Chamber extends thanks to Mr. David Hurlston at D&M Taxi and Tours for offering transportation for the group over the two-day period. LC class members responsible for the coordination of this seminar were Kellie McGee and Nellie Pouchie and were mentored by Monique Frederick (2014 LC graduate).
Panellists invited to address the group at this seminar included Mr. Ernie Scott, District Commissioner for the Sister Islands; Mr. Jonathan Tibbetts; General Manager of Cayman Brac Power and Light; and Ms. Brooks, Manager of Brac Reef Beach Resort.
Upcoming sessions for the 2015 LC Programme will include a mid-year retreat and a focus on the Cayman Islands Government. The Chamber of Commerce gratefully acknowledges sponsors without whom the Programme would not be possible. These include Major sponsors Dart Enterprises Ltd. and Cox Lumber. Seminar Supporting sponsors to date: Deloitte, KPMG, Cayman National Bank, Rawlinson & Hunter, Greenlight Re, Cayman Airways Ltd., and Le Soleil D’Or (Golden Sun).
The Chamber is currently seeking additional seminar sponsors for this year’s programme and would welcome all to visit www.leadershipcayman.ky for further details.