Dr. The Honourable Rufus W Ewing, Executive Chairman of Hamilton Education Foundation and Hamilton University School of Medicine, Former PAHO Country Program Advisor (Caribbean) and Former Minister of Health and Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Dr. Rufus Washington Ewing was born in the Turks and Caicos Islands, where he completed his primary and secondary education before moving to Barbados in 1986 to attend the Barbados Community College to complete his A-Levels. In 1988 Dr. Ewing was admitted to the Faculty of Medical Sciences at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Mona Campus to pursue medicine. The opportunity to study medicine in Jamaica was particularly special for Dr. Ewing as it was the place where he spent a few of his early childhood impressionable years with his aunt Nurse Joyce Beswick at the Slipe Pen Road Comprehensive Clinic, which inspired him to pursue his career in medicine.
Dr. Ewing completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Degree (MBBS) followed by a Doctor of Medicine degree in General Surgery at UWI Mona and returned home to the Turks and Caicos Islands in 2001 and was appointed as a consultant General Surgeon and Deputy Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Ewing obtained a Master of Public Health degree at the Johns Hopkins University, Bloomberg School of Public Health, and was appointed to several leadership roles including Chief Medical Officer and Director of Health Services in the Ministry of Health in The Turks and Caicos Islands. During his tenure as a senior healthcare administrator, he played a pivotal role in the evolution of healthcare in the islands from a cluster of small primary health polyclinics to state-of-the-art hospital facilities and access to quality and innovative healthcare through the implementation of the National Health Insurance Program.
In 2012 Dr. Ewing successfully contested the leadership of one of the major political parties and later that year was elected as Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands and served as Minister of Health and Human Services and Minister of Tourism.
Dr. Ewing completed a 4-year term in political office and later joined the Pan American Health Organization as an International PAHO Consultant and an Advisor for Health Systems and Services, supporting Caribbean Ministries in the strengthening of their health systems.
Dr. Ewing served as PAHO Country Program Advisor for the Caribbean based at PAHO Headquarters in Washington DC, and as Advisor for Health Systems and Services in the Office of the PAHO/WHO Representation for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Countries.
Dr. Ewing also serves as an Honorary Associate Lecturer in Surgery at the University of the West Indies, Director of the Omnicare Medical Centers in the Turks and Caicos Islands, Chairman of the Board of Medinco Group, Chairman of the Board of the Youth HELP Foundation Inc, in Florida and Virginia, and Chairman of the Board of Hamilton Education Foundation Ltd, the developers of the Hamilton University School of Medicine in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Dr. Ewing is married to his university classmate, and fellow physician, Dr. Dawn Perry and together they have a son Dr. Stuart Ewing.
Dr. The Honourable Christopher Tufton (Minister of Health and Wellness)
DR. THE HONOURABLE CHRISTOPHER TUFTON is a graduate of the University of the West Indies and Georgia State University, he received degrees in Management Studies and Marketing respectively. He is also a graduate of the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom and holds a Doctorate in Business Administration.
Dr. Tufton was the Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries (November 2008 - June 2011). As Minister of Agriculture, he spearheaded the expansion of greenhouse farming technology and the creation of agro-processing facilities. Dr. Tufton re-defined the sector’s strategic importance to the Jamaican economy, repositioning agriculture as a business.
Dr. Tufton had the very same drive and passion when he headed the Industry, Investment & Commerce Ministry in (June 2011-December 2011) where his focus was on investment facilitation, international market competitiveness, consumer protection, and the creation of a climate of confidence to attract investors.
In recognition of his work, Dr. Tufton has received numerous achievements. In 2010, He was the recipient of the influential Jamaica Gleaner Man of the Year award and in 2018, his Jamaica Moves initiative received the RJR GLEANER Honour Award for Health and Wellness.
He was elected President of the Pan American Health Organization’s (PAHO) 59th Directing Council, which convenes health authorities to determine the organization's priorities and policies. (PAHO) 59th Directing Council, which convenes health authorities to determine the organization's priorities and policies. (PAHO) 59th Directing Council, which convenes health authorities to determine the organization's priorities and policies. (PAHO) 59th Directing Council, which convenes health authorities to determine the organization's priorities and policies. (PAHO) 59th Directing Council, which convenes health authorities to determine the organization's priorities and policies.
After leaving Government in December 2011, Dr. Tufton served as the Co-Executive Director of the Caribbean Policy Research Institute, a University of the West Indies Think Tank, while also serving as an Opposition Senator (2012 – 2016).
Dr. Tufton is also a business strategist whose expertise includes International Business & Marketing Strategy, specializing in foreign direct investment facilitation and the impact of public policy on industry. He has lectured and conducted business consultancy in Jamaica, the United Kingdom, and the USA, in several areas including International Marketing, Business Strategy, and Entrepreneurship.
Dr. The Honourable Christopher Tufton is now Jamaica’s Minister of Health and Wellness and Member of Parliament for West Central St. Catherine. Please give a warm welcome to Dr. The Honourable Christopher Tufton.
Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce
Minister Aubyn Hill has over 35 years of working experience in the private sector. As an international banker, he has lived in nine countries and done business in more than 125.
With a MBA from Harvard Business School, Senator Hill spent 21 years as a banker in the Middle East. Starting in 2002, he also led the management team which completed the successful turnaround of one of the largest banks in the Caribbean, National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited (NCB).
In 19 months, Aubyn and his team moved NCB’s stock price from $5.51 when he joined to JA$31.70.
After The Most Honourable Andrew Holness was returned as Prime Minister in a landslide election on September 3, 2020, he invited Senator Aubyn Hill to join his cabinet in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation.
On January 11, 2022, Prime Minister Holness reshuffled the Cabinet and appointed Minister Hill as . Minister Hill has responsibility for 20 agencies and departments.
Minister has a firm interest in facilitating, enabling and encouraging small and large Jamaican businesses to grown and be profitable. His focus is on growing exports exponentially and securing greater local and foreign direct investments into the Jamaican economy.
Honorable Mr. Phillip Paulwell C.D, M.P
Honorable Mr. Phillip Paulwell C.D. is a member of Parliament, Managing Director Cite Consulting Services Limited, and attorney-at-law. Honorable Paulwell is the former Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining and is the Member of Parliament for the constituency of Kingston East and Port Royal. Honorable Paulwell is currently leader of Opposition Business in the House of Representatives and Opposition Spokesman on Mining and Energy.
The honorable Phillip Paulwell is the first and only Minister of Technology appointed in Jamaica. While in the office of Minister of Technology, Honorable Minister Paulwell pioneered the development, implementation, advancement, and the embracing of technology in all areas of public and private life. The current era of technology in Jamaica as a result, presents the opportunity to contribute to the integration of technology into healthcare to complement care delivery and bring relief to workforce demands and the needs of patients locally and globally.
The Hon. Phillip Paulwell appointments to the Executive began in 1995 when he was appointed to the Upper House as a Senator where he served until 1997. He served as Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce during the same period.
He entered the Lower House as a Member of Parliament in 1997 after winning the election in the constituency of Kingston East and Port Royal. His electoral victory in December 2011 marks the beginning of his fourth consecutive term of political representation in this populous section of the Kingston Metropolitan Area
Among his many achievements as a Government Minister and Member of Parliament, Mr. Paulwell is credited with the liberalization of the telecommunications sector. In 2000 he was the recipient of the Gleaner Honour Award for implementing historic measures to break the 25-year telecommunications monopoly and introduce competition in the sector. He was also recognized by international organizations including the International Telecommunications Union as well as the Caribbean Telecommunications Union. In 2015, he was accorded the Order of Distinction in the Rank of Commander (CD) for over 20 years of distinguished service to Parliament.
During his tenure as Minister with portfolio responsibility for Energy, he has been credited with giving momentum to the diversification of Jamaica’s Energy sources and the promotion and facilitation of millions of dollars of investment in wind and solar energy.
Prior to 1995, Mr. Paulwell served in very senior positions in the Government of Jamaica – Legal Officer of the Jamaica Commodity Trading Company Limited, Executive Director/ Trade Administrator of the Trade Board Limited and first Executive Director of the Fair-Trading Commission.
Those appointments followed his graduation from the University of the West Indies (LL.B Hons, 1986) and the Norman Manley Law School (Certificate in Legal Education, 1988). While pursuing his graduate studies, he also served as part time Lecturer and Tutor in Company Law at the Excelsior Community College and the College of Arts Science and Technology (now the University of Technology).
WAYNE CHRISTOPHER CHEN, LLB, JP
Wayne Chen, LLB, JP serves as the President of the Jamaica Employers Federation and as a member of CARICOM’s Human Resource Development Commission.
Additionally, Wayne Chen is the Chairman of Super Plus Food Stores, CVM Television, Petrojam Jamaica Limited, and the Southern Regional Health Authority.
With a distinguished career spanning various sectors, he has previously served as Chairman of NCB Insurance, NCB Cayman, West Indies Trust Company, Jamaica Urban Development Corporation, National Land Agency, and the National Gallery of Jamaica.
Additionally, Wayne Chen has held directorial roles at the National Commercial Bank and Victoria Mutual Building Society.
Wayne Chen's leadership extends beyond corporate boardrooms; he has contributed significantly to regional organizations. He previously held the presidency of the Caribbean Employers Confederation, representing 19 national employers’ organizations.
In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Wayne Chen was honored as the Jamaica Observer’s Business Leader of the Year in 1998. He is also known as the co-author of ‘Reggae Routes: The Story of Jamaican Music,’ published by Temple University Press.
Affectionately called the walking encyclopedia, Wayne has demonstrated keen statistical and analytical knowledge of education and employment patterns and has postulated solutions that serves to enhance the functional development of human resource and ethical corporate practice. Wayne Chen is deeply rooted in the community and contributes tirelessly to national and regional development.
Wayne is a family man, a politician, and a man who has helped to guide many individuals and organizations worldwide.
Dr. Zbigniew "Jacob" Litwinczuk, M.D., Interventional Cardiologist, Chief of Medicine
Dr. Zbigniew "Jacob" Litwinczuk, M.D., is a distinguished cardiologist known for his expertise and leadership in cardiovascular medicine. Born on May 31, 1964, in the United States, Dr. Litwinczuk completed his medical education at Wright State University School of Medicine after earning his undergraduate degree from Cleveland State University. He pursued extensive post-graduate training, including residencies in Internal Medicine and fellowships in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology at prestigious institutions such as MetroHealth Medical Center and the University of Kentucky. Board certified in cardiovascular disease and Interventional Cardiology, and now Board eligible in Nuclear Cardiology, Dr. Litwinczuk also possesses additional certifications in Vascular brachytherapy, Rotational atherectomy, Nuclear cardiology and TAVAR (Edwards Sapien and Medtronic Corevalce). Dr. Litwinczuk has made significant contributions to the field of cardiology through his research and publications, including co-authoring the CATH-SAP II and the Interventional Cardiac Catheterization handbook.
Currently serving as the Chief of Cardiology, Chief of Interventional Cardiology, and member of the Medical Executive Council at Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center; and the Chief of Noninvasive Cardiology, Chief of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, and member of the Medical Executive Committee at Jupiter Medical Center, Dr. Litwinczuk is committed to providing exceptional patient care, advancing medical knowledge, and mentoring the next generation of medical professionals.
Main Speakers
Shannon Sanguinetti, M.Sc, Neuroscientist
Cognitive, biological, and behavioural Neuroscience
Shannon Sanguinetti, MSc is a Neuroscientific Researcher who has been investigating cognition and behavior since 2011. Her work specifically focuses on eradication of perceived mental blockages to achieve and maintain permanent states of happiness at individual and societal levels.
With a background in understanding the neural correlates of emotionally salient experiences, learned associations and extinguishment of maladaptive memory recall, Shannon delivers simple and actionable solutions to achieve positive and lasting behavioral change.
Following her graduate work, Shannon consulted with hundreds of researchers, government entities, and corporations to deliver IT solutions for unobtrusive observation and objective quantification of behavior across a variety of species. Of such she is committed to empowering Scientific Digital transformation.
SHANNON is the Founder and CEO of Zenka. She is a former Division 1 ACC scholarship soccer player, championship coach, Anatomy & Physiology dissection teacher and behavioral neuroscientific researcher. With an M.Sc. in Biology & Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience, she truly sees value in health and wellness from every angle.
Born in Florida to Jamaican parents, when she was 15 years old her mother became suicidally depressed, seemingly in the blink of an eye. She couldn't understand what happened to her previously high-achieving super mom so she ventured into educating herself about the brain.
Following her graduate research on stress, cognition, learning, memory and behavior, she worked with some of the most prominent companies and universities in the world, as they evaluated behavior in studies that ranged from bed bugs and centipedes, to rodents, pigs, primates, humans and more.
Yet still, at 33 years of age, Shannon found herself sick and depressed. So she began to re envision the principles of neuroscience, and apply them for her own benefit. A graduate of her own programs, she is able to relate to people on all levels, as she understands what it takes to transform from high to low performing, then back to high again.
Shannon's driving passion is a deep belief that finding everlasting peace, love and joy for all is something that can be taught through actionable and engaging principles of neuroscience.
Working with educators, students, parents, athletes, coaches, businesses, healthcare providers, government entities, religious groups and more, Shannon translates and reformats complex neuroscientific findings into real life action items. The tools she teaches will immediately enhance how the individuals in your organization relate to each other, themselves and their surroundings.
CHARLENE FAGAN ENGLAND Educator, Transformation Agent, Health Coach with a focus on holistic wellness, Inspirational Facilitator/Speaker and Seminar Leader.
Charlene is a Jamaican Canadian who lives in Ontario Canada since 2002. Her primary role above all others is to be the best and most positive influence to her two sons. Second to that is her passion for people by sharing her stories of triumph over adversities. Her career spans a wide scope of activities, which in its early stages includes serving as a college counsellor and facilitator to first generation students at Florida Memorial University – One of the United States Historical Black Colleges (HBCU). There is where she spent an inordinate amount of time working alongside First Generation African American students as a counsellor and facilitator in a federally funded programme. This was primarily designed to assist them in assimilating into college life. Additionally, she spearheaded a peer-mentoring programme for senior students to guide and mentor freshmen and sophomores by providing them with academic support. After emigrating to Canada in 2002, Charlene was faced with the challenges of transitioning from familiar to unknown territory. Many of those challenges came with moments of disillusionment and at times regrets. Through it all she persevered. In 2008, she garnered a position of college professor at Sheridan College in Ontario. There she delivered courses to a diverse student population in the areas of Human Relations, Living and Working in a Diverse Society, and Sociology. Her current roles include Empowerment and Keynote Speaker, Workshop Facilitator, Adjunct College Professor, and Health and Wellness Coach. By working in the field of health and wellness, she works to support and enable her clients to successfully advance through the process of personal transformation, using a holistic approach to mental health and wellness. Her contribution to the black community in Ontario has enabled her to develop and expand her repertoire. As a speaker and workshop facilitator, Charlene has delivered seminars and workshops on a variety of platforms and in several subject matter, primarily in the field of mental wellness, personal development. As a facilitator, her mission is to provide education and encouragement which she does by sharing her personal stories of humility and hope. Charlene states that, although she has faced many barriers as a woman of colour in Canada, by persevering and self belief, she was able to overcome some treacherous times. Added to her repertoire is the title of Author, of 2 publications: “25 Of Life’s Simple Pleasures – that make life worth living.” (2012) A Sista’s Journal of Gratefulness - 2020
Humanitarian, activist, comedian, author, actor, MC.
Dr. Michael Abrahams's education began at St. Hugh’s Preparatory School, The Priory High School, then on to the University of the West Indies. Dr. Abrahams graduated from University of the West Indies (U.W.I. ) School of Medicine in 1989, and went on to complete his specialization in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in 1997. Dr. Abrahams has been in private practice Obstetrics and Gynecology care since 1997.
Dr. Abrahams is the founder of HOPE (Helping Others Progress Emotionally), a support group for women with miscarriages, stillbirths and newborn deaths.
Dr. Abrahams is also the founder of ‘Protect Our Children’, a children’s rights advocacy group active in Jamaica.
Dr. Abrahams is also committed as a Volunteer and board member of the Jamaica Cancer Society.
In addition to his academic and humanitarian activisim, Dr. Abrahams is an very well established and internationally recognized Poet, Comedian, Song writer, Social commentator, and Gleaner columnist.
Dr. Abraham has been Awarded the Morris Cargill Certificate of Excellence for Opinion Journalism from the Press Association of Jamaica in 2016; Awarded the Morris Cargill Award for Opinion Journalism from the Press Association of Jamaica in 2020. For his work as Human rights advocate, Dr. Abrahams is named Ally of the Year by J-FLAG in 2016.
Dr. Abraham's also a beloved actor, has appeared in multiple productions including Stage appearances in Backyaad, Crack-up Christmas, Comedy Cook-up, Me Nah Laugh, Come Mek We Laugh, Professionals in Cabaret, Powerful Women and Men Perform for Charity, Pickney Love, Shaggy and Friends, Seh Supm, Poetry, Poetry in Motion, The Pomedy Show, Jamaica Poetry, Festival, Asante, Adonai, Poetry Festival.
Dr. Abraham's Television appearances include: The Ity and Fancy Cat Show, The Vibe, The Susan Show, Smile Jamaica, Entertainment Report, CVM at Sunrise, See It Deh!, Real Friends, It’s a Woman’s World.
Dr. Abraham is married with three children. His Hobbies include music and origami. Other interests include religion and human sexuality.
Duane Wiafe,
Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist
Duane Wiafe is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist, completing his Master of Social Work at Memorial University and his Bachelor of Social Work at York University. Duane also has a Correctional Worker Diploma from Loyalist College. Duane was born and raised in Ontario and has been a registered social worker since 2008. Duane is the owner & founder of FITT Social Work Services. As a Psychotherapist and certified Fitness Instructor Specialist, Duane enjoys taking an Afrocentric and innovative approach to practice, integrating Afrocentric theory, psychotherapy, and fitness to establish wellness and balance for his clients.
Despite being born, raised, and educated in Canada, Duane is a proud African man raised in a household that held and maintained traditional African foods, language, spirituality, and overall ways of knowing. Duane’s parents emigrated to Canada from Ghana, West Africa, in the 1970s and ensured that traditional Ghanaian cultural values and beliefs influenced their children's development. Valuing the importance of his culture and appreciating it, Duane enjoys integrating African indigeneity as a primary source of information to manage life's challenges.
Before the foundation of FITT Social Work Services, Duane dedicated his career to supporting individuals experiencing incarceration in the Canadian Correctional justice system, as a forensic social worker. He recognizes how mental health, and the criminal justice system are unfortunately intertwined, and he acknowledges the roots this has to the lack of adequate, diverse and affordable treatment options. Throughout his time working with individuals who were incarcerated, Duane recognized that the disconnection from society and community led to isolation, anger, and hopelessness, specifically among African-Black and Caribbean individuals.
Duane understands the unique ways mental health issues present within diverse groups. During his MSW, he studied the importance of bringing culture into practice, explicitly exploring incorporating traditional ways of African knowing and Afrocentricity into practice. Duane takes a positive, interactive, personalized, and multi-dimensional approach to therapy, recognizing that every individual comes with their own experiences and needs. He appreciates the importance of a genuine therapeutic relationship and supportive environment as we navigate life and change.
Jacob Manyiwa Shume M.sc Biology; M.Sc Molecular medicine; M.sc., Biomedical health researcher, Molecular biologist, Biotechnologist
Mr. Jacob Manyiwa Shume is an accomplished professional in the field of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Jacob Manyiwa Shume is dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and his commitment to excellence make him a valuable asset to the academic and research communities. Through his continued contributions and pursuit of knowledge, he strives to address pressing challenges in health, biotechnology, and environmental sustainability.
Mr. Shume holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from Karatina University, Kenya, and has pursued further education with a Master of Science degree in Biology from the University of Szeged, Hungary, as well as a Master of Science in Molecular Medicine from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya. With a strong foundation in academic excellence, Jacob's research interests and expertise encompass Biomedical health research, Biotechnology, and Molecular Biology.
In addition to his academic pursuits, Mr. Shume has made notable contributions to the scientific community through his published works. His research on antimalarial pyronaridine resistance, co-authored with S. K. Kimani, sheds light on potential mechanisms associated with resistance development in Plasmodium berghei ANKA isolates. This work was published in the African Journal of Biochemistry Research in September 2020. Furthermore, Jacob has contributed to the field of environmental science with a conference paper presented at The 5th World Congress on Civil, Structural, and Environmental Engineering in October 2020. Titled "Methanogenesis Coupled Bioremediation of Hydrocarbon Contaminated Soil and Groundwater," this paper explores innovative approaches to bioremediation. Mr. Shume lends his passion and expertise further by serving as an Instructor at College of Health and Allied Development (CHAD).
Benson Kinyua, Head of Nursing and Public Health Department, Lecturer, Karatina University, Kenya
Benson Kinyua is Head of Nursing and Public Health Department, Lecturer, Karatina University, Kenya since January 2019. His work also involves HIV/AIDS prevention coordinator at Karatina University, and consultant lecturer at universities including College of Health and Allied Development in Florida, St Paul’s University, Jomo Kenyatta University of Science and Technology, and Consolata Nursing School Mathari in Kenya.
Mr. Benson has also worked as a Nurse at various Hospitals including Jocham Hospital, Aga khan Hospital and Coast General Hospital.
Benson graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of Nairobi in 2011. In 2018, he received a Master of Science Degree in Medical Surgical Nursing from the same University. Mr. Kinyua is currently pursuing PHD in Nursing at Jomo Kenyatta University of Science and Technology.
Being a healthcare professional from a country that produces excellent Nurses who migrate across the world. His experience is in nursing workforce Development, and his interest lies in workforce migration and it’s effects..
Garold Hamilton, PE, CEng, PMP, LEED AP, CxA, EDAC, FASHE, Author.
Garold Hamilton is the USA Director of Healthcare and Senior Vice President for WSP, one of the world’s largest engineering and infrastructure firms.
Garold Hamilton graduated from the University of the West Indies with an Upper Second Class Honors Degree, and graduated from South Bank University in London with a Master of Science Degree in mechanical engineering, with Distinction.
Mr. Hamilton is a licensed professional engineer in USA and in Europe with over 25 years of experience in the design and construction of healthcare facilities all over the world.
Mr. Hamilton was elevated to the fellow status for American Hospital Association. As an author and Healthcare Thought Leader, Mr. Hamilton has published books, and have contributed over 40 published articles in multiple healthcare and engineering publications.
Mr. Hamilton is a seasoned presenter, gracing national and international platforms at various conferences and seminars, sharing his expertise in healthcare engineering and infrastructure innovations.
Mr. Omar Stephenson, Ms. Engineering
Founder, President, and CEO of Cube Root
Mr. Stephenson founded Cube Root in 2010 in Maryland with a dream to bring high-quality engineering services to market. As a Jamaican immigrant to the United States and the son of a Jamaican merchant, he embodies the entrepreneurial spirit. Under his leadership, Cube Root has grown from a one-person operation to a team of over 60.He has formed relationships with government agencies, contractors, architects, and other corporations to provide his expertise on water, wastewater, transportation, and infrastructure projects. He has successfully procured and led projects with DC Water, DC District Department of Transportation (DDOT), DC Department of General Services (DGS), DC Public Libraries, Potomac Electric Power Company (PEPCO), the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA), the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE), and the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW), Jamaica.
He holds a Master’s degree in Engineering and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Howard University, with a major in Transportation and a minor in Structures, and Transportation Asset Management. Mr. Stephenson earned a diploma in Land Surveying from the University of Technology (UTECH), Jamaica, and has worked as a licensed professional engineer in Jamaica. He provided construction supervision and engineering land surveying on the Ocho Rios Sewage project in Jamaica. Similar services were rendered for the South Coast Sewer project in Barbados. The scope of the project included gravity-fed, open-cut sewer pipe construction along with the installation of pumping mains along a new alignment through a major tourist district to feed the treatment plant with a marine outfall at the northern and southern coasts. Barbados generates over 70% of its annual revenue as a tourist destination. That fact, coupled with a changing and challenging geotechnical substrata, challenged designers and construction personnel alike. The infrastructure construction activities could not negatively impact the local resort districts during construction. To achieve this requirement, designers specified the installation of over 3 miles of infrastructure construction to be completed using Micro Tunneling.
His experience with managing healthcare projects includes serving as principal-in-charge for the redevelopment of the St. Elizabeths East Hospital Campus in Washington, DC. The contract involves providing program management support services contract to assist the District in the planning, design management, construction management and project controls, commissioning, and occupancy for the phased redevelopment of the 180-acre East Campus. The historic campus’s unique setting could offer over five million square feet of mixed-use development. The project consists of multiple phases including roadway infrastructure; new hospital water service; campus microgrid system; parking garages; hospital site development, tower, and main building; and new ambulatory care center.
In 2023 Cube Root received the 2023 CMAA Overall National Project Achievement Award for Transportation with Construction value less than $50 Million for the Pecan Street Infrastructure Improvement Project. Pecan Street provides critical access to the new Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center (CHRMC). When the hospital is completed in 2024, it will provide medical services to the residents of Ward 8, the most underserved Ward in Washington, DC. Along with providing medical service access, Pecan Street provides additional access for patrons of the District’s Entertainment Sports Arena along with a dedicated parking garage for the existing St. Elizabeths Hospital to address parking limitations within their boundaries.
Ative S. Ennis,
Chief Executive Officer & Chief Digital Officer
Ative S. Ennis is serial entrepreneur and Digital Strategist for over 25 years. He is a vanguard in start-ups, Digital Transformation, renowned for sparking innovation,steering troubled businesses towards success, and deliver impactful solutions in Jamaica, throughout The Caribbean, United States, Africa, and The Middle East.
His current responsibilities as Chief Executive Officer & Chief Digital Officer at MTE Group include developing and driving the strategic imperatives for the main subsidiaries as a template that the company replicates in other markets. Ative is widely regarded as a leading authority on Health Informatics, with a specialization in developing Pharma Vigilance ecosystems, Telecommunications, Digital Transformation, Big Data and Artificial Intelligence, Telemedicine, Knowledge Process Outsourcing, developing new vertical segments and positioning the social and economic impact of technology on developing economies and emerging markets. He is a well sort after public speaker, regularly delivering keynote addresses on these matters, all over the world. He is also a Senior Research Fellow the Head of Business at the Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre (GTRCMC), assisting Tourism dependent states build their resilience and safeguard the critical areas of that industry.
Prior to this, Ative was The Commercial Director at Digicel and former General Manager for Netxar Technologies’ Northern Caribbean Hub until the acquisition by Digicel in March 2013. He was The Chief Architect that orchestrated Netxar Technologies’ tremendous growth and successful transition into key markets like Trinidad and Tobago, Cayman Islands, Bermuda, TCI and Jamaica. This helped to solidify The Company as the Preferred Turnkey Solutions Provider across the Caribbean
Ative has worked extensively throughout the Region and has held Senior Executive positions with Neal and Massy Group. He was a key member of the Investment Committee that facilitated the acquisition of Shell Caribbean to the Neal & Massy Group. Among his many achievements, Ative conceptualized and developed the business plan for the establishment of the first Credit Bureau in Jamaica and was instrumental in the development of the smart classroom concept in Jamaica with the eLearning Company.
He has served on the IT Advisory Board of the PSOJ and currently serves on several boards including The Jamaica Tourism Innovation Council, Heart Trust NTA IT Council, chairman at the Our Kids Academy and is chairman of The Zayn B. Ennis Foundation. He has served on the board of The Sustainable Development Leadership Committee at the Center for Integrated Global Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo and The Southern University of New York (SUNY). The Leadership Committee focuses on the challenges that low-middle income countries face when implementing new initiatives to fight non-communicable diseases such as Diabetes and cancer.
Ative is a graduate of Florida International University and Columbia University and is married with three kids.
Kerry-Ann Carnegie, BSN, MBA
Healthcare Leader, Educator
Throughout her nursing career, Kerry-Ann brought a unique perspective to the table, merging her business insights with her nursing skills, she has enhanced Healthcare leadership and Nursing development at various levels including academia and Care delivery facilities, and also in Nurse workforce placement.
Her journey as a Registered Nurse took her to institutions such as the University Hospital of the West Indies, Medical Associates Hospital, and Delray Medical Center. As a travel nurse, she extended her expertise to five South Florida Tenet Corporation Hospitals, Physician's Regional Medical Center, and Homestead Memorial Hospital. Notably, she played a pivotal role in establishing emergency rooms, Post Anesthesia Care Units, pre-operative areas, and outpatient surgical departments at Physician's Regional Medical Center and Homestead Memorial Hospitals.
Kerry-Ann's reputation as a skilled team member caught the attention of Wilton Manor, where she was instrumental in the opening of their Rapid Recovery Unit, and Palm Health Partners, where she played a vital role in establishing and growing the nursing division at their newly inaugurated Luz facility in 2012.
Her diverse career path has included roles as President of On-Staff International, Director of Nurses for Manor Care Boca Raton, Assistant Director of Nurses for Manor Care Boynton Beach, Nursing Supervisor and Director of Education for Kindred Hospital the Palm Beaches. Kerry-Ann credits Kindred Healthcare as a pivotal turning point in her career, where her leadership, education, and nursing skills converged and flourished. She even completed the Healthcare Executive Leadership program sponsored by Kindred Healthcare, further enhancing her leadership prowess.
Recognizing a gap in nursing leadership skills and knowledge, Kerry-Ann took a bold step and founded the College of Health and Allied Development. Through this institution, she champions nursing academic development. Beyond that, she is deeply involved in professional development, offering organizations leadership education with a focus on nursing leadership through workshops, seminars, symposiums, conferences, and short courses. Kerry-Ann also extends her knowledge to the community through health fairs and her online program, "Conversations with Kerry."
Mrs. Carnegie is also President of KAAB Continuum LLC that provides workforce placement internationally. Mrs. Carnegie is a dynamic force in the world of healthcare education, Nursing leadership and Workforce development and placement. This earned her the acknowledgement as a top Black Healthcare Professional in the South Florida Region.
