At the helm of PROVEN Group Limited (“PROVEN”) is a group of visionary leaders who inspire, motivate, and steer us towards achieving our goals and objectives. They possess a deep understanding of our industry, coupled with a keen eye for innovation and market trends. With their strategic thinking and forward-looking approach, our directors navigate the dynamic business landscape, ensuring that we stay ahead of the curve and seize opportunities for growth.
A UK-trained and qualified barrister who attended Bristol University and obtained an honours degree in law, followed by the successful completion of the bar exams at the Inns of Court School of Law in London, Mr. McNamara practised as an attorney at the family law firm of McNamara & Co. in Saint Lucia from 2000-2015 whereupon he set up and continues to practise as an attorney at RDM Chambers. With over 20 years’ experience, his practice areas include corporate law and corporate/private conveyancing. He is also the Managing Director of McNamara Corporate Services Inc. a full service and licensed corporate / secretarial service provider in Saint Lucia. He presently represents on the board of several prominent private & public companies both in St. Lucia and abroad and has been the president of the St. Lucia Association for Persons with Developmental Disabilities since 2003.
Length of Directorship: 13 years
Garfield “Garry” Sinclair retired in November 2021, but remains an active Director for multiple private and public companies. He previously served as CEO of both Cable & Wireless (Jamaica) Ltd and Bahamas Telecommunications Company, as well as President of Cable & Wireless’ Caribbean operations. Previously to this, he was President & Chief Operating Officer of pioneering Investment Bank, Dehring, Bunting & Golding Limited, where he served for 13 years. Licensed as a CPA in 1983, he holds a B.Sc. in Business Administration from San Diego State University and an Executive Certificate in Strategy and Innovation from MIT’s Sloan School of Management. With over 36 years of management experience, Garry continues to serve as a Director for various organizations, including PROVEN Investments Limited, PROVEN Wealth Limited, while being Chairman of PROVEN Bank Limited, Kingston Properties Limited and the Jamaica Stock Exchange Pension Fund.
Length of Directorship: 13 years
Mr. Gellineau has over 27 years of extensive audit experience at KPMG, Barbados as an engagement partner in managing and providing audit and other advisory services to regional and international clients. He also served as the project coordinator for a World Bank-funded project, “Strengthening Institutional Capacity for Project Implementation”, during the period January 2009 to November 2010, which addressed Capacity Building for Financial Management and Procurement for Capital Projects in the OECS Countries.
Length of Directorship: 10 years
Neysha Soodeen, CEO of Radleigh Consulting, possesses an unparalleled knowledge of the Caribbean having worked extensively in the region. As the founder and CEO of Toute Bagai Publishing, a prominent magazine publishing house, she has established a vast network of key decision makers, executives, and stakeholders in various sectors, such as tourism, real estate, and government agencies. Leveraging her experience and connections, Neysha now serves as a Strategic Communications Consultant for regional organisations and actively contributes to the betterment of the Caribbean’s social, economic, and environmental landscape through her involvement in various NGO initiatives.
Length of Directorship: 1 year
Dr. Clarke, a Professor of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics at the University of Texas at Austin, holds the Ernest Cockrell Jr Memorial Chair in Engineering. He’s a co-founder of several companies, including Universal Hydrogen, which secured US$85M in venture capital to pioneer low-capital hydrogen supply infrastructure for aviation and transportation. He sits on the Boards of Directors for Universal Hydrogen, Cayman Airways, and Indigo Insurance (Bahamas) Ltd. Dr. Clarke’s expertise extends to national committees, AIAA, EU, FAA, ICAO, NASA, and more. A Fellow of AIAA and RAeS, he’s also part of AGIFORS, INFORMS, and Sigma Xi.
Length of Directorship: 1 year
Mrs. Murray has been a member of the PROVEN team since inception and brings a wealth of experience to her new role. With a remarkable tenure spanning more than 25 years in the Financial Services industry, Mrs. Murray has garnered extensive expertise and a sterling reputation. Her impressive career includes notable positions at Scotia DBG Investments Limited and PriceWaterhouseCoopers, solidifying her standing as a highly regarded professional in her field.
Mrs. Murray’s holds a B.Sc. with First Class Honours from the University of the West Indies and an MBA in Finance & International Business from McGill University, Montreal, Canada. Her academic achievements demonstrate her commitment to excellence and her ability to bring a well-rounded perspective to her work.
In addition to her role as Company Secretary at PROVEN Group Ltd., Sherri Murray also maintains that role for PROVEN Wealth Ltd, PROVEN Management Ltd., PROVEN Properties Ltd, IFP (Jamaica) Ltd, Heritage Funds International Inc, PROVEN Bank (Cayman) Limited, and Access Financial Services Ltd.
