Finally, Lorna G. Smith is Out! Steps down from BVI Finance
It was announced that she would have stepped down previously in 2017 and 2018.
Mrs Smith managed the BVI Finance in 2016, during a critical period for the jurisdiction according to a Government press release.
“She led the industry through a number of regulatory and reputational challenges over the last three years, and played an instrumental role in the protection and promotion of the Territory’s international business and financial services sector,” the release notes.
What has she done?
While the statement failed to specifically explain what she accomplished whilst in the role, it claimed “Mrs Smith led industry efforts to rapidly return the financial services sector to a 'business as usual' footing, following Hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017.”
It stated also that “She worked closely with the private sector and secured funding to support the short-term recovery, as well as agreeing to longer-term commitments with key member firms to secure the future of the sector.”
Elise Donovan
Mrs Smith, the wife of lame duck Premier Dr. the Hon D. Orlando Smith (AL), will be succeeded by Elise Donovan who became the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of BVI Finance, effective February 4, 2019.
This follows a four-month period in the UK as Director of the BVI London Office. Prior to this, Donovan was Director of BVI House Asia in Hong Kong since January 2014.
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34 Responses to “Finally, Lorna G. Smith is Out! Steps down from BVI Finance”
Go sit your ass down
He should never ever under any circumstance be referred to as such. An apology is in order
My mother taught me to always look for the good in people and those who look for faults find nothing elsa
Lorna has put the BVI on the map for decades from Lavity days she was his PS.
She was the one that stood up to england ith BO Registry. She is the one that spare headed our presensence to open an office in the Asia market. Which is the most significant market in this crucial market.
I always had concerns about your personal position as married to the Premier and doing the job at the same time, but never doubted your sincere efforts.