Three re-appointments to three Commissions took place on Monday July 12, 2021 at President’s House. All three re-appointees took their Oaths of Office before Her Excellency Paula-Mae Weekes O.R.T.T., President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.
Mr. Courtenay Braemar Williams was re-appointed as a Member of the Public Service Commission. Mr. Williams is an Attorney-at-Law who has several years of experience in the legal profession in matters including but not limited to banking, intellectual property, project financing, transactions, debt restructuring, mediation and corporate secretarial practice. Mr. Williams holds a Legal Education Certificate from the Hugh Wooding Law School and a Bachelor of Laws Degree from the University of the West Indies.
Dr. Susan Craig-James was re-appointed as a Member of the Police Service Commission. Dr. Craig-James, the Founder and Managing Director of Cornerstone Press is a professional copy editor who has written and published many works on the Caribbean including works on Trinidad and Tobago. Dr. Craig-James has a Doctorate in Sociology from the University of London and a Master of Arts Degree in Sociology and Politics from the University of Edinburgh.
Mr. Howard Dottin was re-appointed as a Member of the Salary Review Commission. An experienced Financial Specialist, Mr. Dottin is adept at Management Accounting, Treasury, Finance and Banking, and Strategic Planning. Mr. Dottin is a lecturer of Corporate Finance, Management Accounting and Financial Accounting on the Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School of Business Masters programme. He is also involved in thesis supervision of selected students during their tenure at the school. Mr. Dottin obtained an Executive Master of Business Administration Degree from the University of the West Indies and is also a Fellow Member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.
For the second time this week, the Office of the President was delighted to welcome students of the Scholastic Academy as well as members of the TTARP Eastern Angels Arima Zone for tours of The President’s House and grounds. Both morning and afternoon groups had a wonderful time exploring the grounds, learning about the flora and fauna of the area and visiting the rooms of the official residence of the President of Trinidad and Tobago. Here are a few pictures from their visit.Full photo albums available at the below link:www.flickr.com/photos/160414226@N06/albums/with/72177720323958850... See MoreSee Less
#Celebrating60years Desperados Steel Orchestra hosted its stakeholder night on Tuesday February 18, 2025 at its Pan Theatre on George Street POS as West Indian Tobacco Company Limited (WITCO) celebrated 60 years of partnership with Desparados Steel Orchestra. Their Excellencies Christine Carla Kangaloo, ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and First Gentleman, Kerwyn Garcia SC attended the event and were greeted by Ms Ingrid Lashley Chairman WITCO, Hiram Murillo, Managing Director WITCO and Selby Browne, Vice Chair, Desperados Steel Orchestra, The Desperadoes Steel Orchestra has a rich history of innovation, international performances, and awards. The band was originally called the "Laventille Band" and then the "Dead End Kids" . In the 1950s, three Laventille bands merged to form the Desperadoes and in 1965 the band's sponsor changed to the West Indian Tobacco Company. Congratulations to WITCO and Desperados for their contribution to the promotion of the steelpan.#Celebrating60 #Desperados #WITCO #Officeofthepresidentt ... See MoreSee Less
#ICYMI Check out some of the highlights from the OTP's visits to schools in POS District with Their Excellencies Christine Carla Kangaloo, ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and First Gentleman, Kerwyn Garcia SC. See full albums at yt.vu/bUWZC... See MoreSee Less
#HappeningNowStorytime at The President’s House …students from Lengua Islamia TIA Primary and San Juan Girls’ RC Schools join Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo, ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago to read Ky’s Magical Adventures, Where does the garbage go. By Sian Cuffy- Young.#storytime#fortheloveofreading#officeofthepresidenttt... See MoreSee Less
#HappeningNowStorytime at The President’s House …students from Lengua Islamia TIA Primary and San Juan Girls’ RC Schools join Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo, ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago to read Ky’s Magical Adventures, Where does the garbage go. By Sian Cuffy- Young.#storytime#fortheloveofreading#officeofthepresidentt... See MoreSee Less
