2020 was a challenging yet ironically, very successful year for the Jamaica Chapter. We have yet again demonstrated that even in the worst of times, with the right motivation and mindset we can make Lemon Meringue Pie from lemons; Not just Lemonade!
As we enter 2021, with excitement and optimism in the endless possibilities that the new year will bring, we pause to acknowledge the achievements of the Chapter in 2020. Under the astute leadership of Mr. Warren Smith, CPP, PCI, PSP and his dedicated executive and business management committee (BMC), the chapter copped the coveted IB Hale Chapter of the year 2020 Award and thanks to our Webmaster Capt. John Richards CPP, PCI, PSP we also won the Chapter Website of the year 2020 Award.
We also recognize those who were singled out by ASIS Int’l for their exemplary volunteerism:
- Capt. Basil Bewry, CPP, PCI, PSP – EJ Criscouli Jr CPP Volunteer Leadership
- Mr. Wayne Ballen, CPP, PCI, PSP – PCB Regional Award
- Capt. Garth Gray, CPP, PCI, PSP – PCB Regional Award
Our sincere gratitude goes out to the leadership team for running the chapter so very well, while simultaneously magnifying its presence on the global scene.
I am grateful and honoured to be taking the baton from such a successful Chapter administration and look forward to the support of the incoming executive committee of:
- Vice Chair. Mr. Carlos Pipher CPP, PCI, PSP
- Treasurer Capt. Basil Bewry CPP, PCI, PSP
- Secretary Mr. Jason Robinson, PSP
We equally crave the backing of the incoming BMC:
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Portfolio |
Committee Chair |
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Young Professional |
Jevan Simpson |
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Women in Security |
Tracey-Anne Chung |
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Law Enforcement Liaison |
Christopher Brown, PCI |
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Military Liaison |
Maj. Marlon Kennedy |
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Job Placement |
Vivion Whitelock, PSP |
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Certification |
Michael Jackson, CPP, PCI, PSP |
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Webmaster |
Capt. John Richards, CPP, PCI, PSP |
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Newsletter Editor |
Carlos Pipher, CPP, PCI, PSP |
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ASIS Foundation Liaison |
Maj. Oswald Smiley |
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Council Liaison |
Andrew Lamb |
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Legislative |
Susanne Scarlett, PSP |
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Membership |
Courtney Wallace, CPP, PSP |
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Program |
Capt. Basil Bewry, CPP, PCI, PSP |
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Mentorship |
Wayne Ballen, CPP, PCI, PSP |
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Sergeant-at-arms |
Andrew Witham |
Our priorities this year will remain aligned with the vision and mission of ASIS Int’l:
Vision: Be the recognized leader, advancing security worldwide.
Mission: Promote excellence and leadership in the security management profession.
The 2021 Chapter Administration is committed to serving the length and breadth of our membership; to ensure that everyone has a voice and everyone can contribute for mutual benefit. We will carry the membership growth agenda forward; with the goal of attracting and retaining no less than 200 active members for this year. The chapter will be hosting both a CPP and PSP online review course and encourage more members to take on the challenge of attaining these coveted designations. Look out also, for more exciting and very informative guest speakers at our monthly chapter meetings. These presenters will include some of our very own chapter members, who are subject matter experts in their own right. Be sure to join all our social media platforms including the Chapter’s Telegram Group Chat and engage in the conversations on current affairs, trends in the industry and professional opportunities. Make use of all that is available on asisonline.org, ASIS Connects, as well as on our chapter website. These resources are exclusively for your benefit, so please utilize them as much as you can.
With every new year, we shed the disappointments of the past, reset ourselves and commit for this year to be better than the one before. In light of the trials of last year, 2021 should be a walk in the park! This year, let us pledge to being the best we can be for ourselves, our families, our colleagues and our profession.
A rising tide raises all ships!
