1 THE CARIBBEAN CONFEDERATION OF CREDIT UNIONS SPEAKER’S BRIEF
2 Table of Contents Welcome Message..........................................................................3 Vision..................................................................................................4 Mission ...............................................................................................4 CCCU Profile ....................................................................................4 CCCU STRATEGIC BUSINESS UNITS....................................5 Trade Association.......................................................................5 Development Foundation.......................................................5 Governance.......................................................................................6 Delegates ........................................................................................6 CCCU Board of Directors 2022-2023 ...................................6 Meet Our Team...............................................................................7 CCCU AFFILIATES ........................................................................8 CCCU Associate Members..........................................................8 CCCU CONVENTION DETAILS .................................................9 Why do people attend our Convention?..........................9 Objectives of our Convention...............................................9 Featured Convention Topics....................................................9
3 Welcome Message The Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU) welcomes you to its Annual International Convention, the signature summer event of 2023 for Caribbean Credit Unions. Building on the success of our previous conventions, the theme for this year is “Making the Member ConnectionMission Possible.” The theme underpins the principles and strategies of CCCU and provides a clear indication that we are passionate about redefining lives through connecting new advancements and new innovations, recognizing a sense of purpose by channeling our energies to improve members’ economic conditions. Our focus on preparing the youth within our membership to embrace the opportunities to lead across generations is evident through the introduction of our inaugural Youth Scholarship and Youth Summit. We are quite elated that you have accepted our invitation to lend your voices and expertise to the over 500 face to face delegates in attendance, and anticipate an educational explosion of ideas, breakthrough innovations and a multipronged approach to obtaining workable solutions. These are challenging times for the Credit Union movement. Nevertheless, our fusion of passion, purpose and people, will ensure the longevity of the movement as we continue to navigate these uncertain financial waters. …………………………… ………………………………… Joseph Remy Denise Garfield President General Manager
4 Vision To become The Pre-eminent Regional Apex Organization Empowering Caribbean people through a Unified Co-operative Sector. Mission To drive Caribbean Co-operatives towards improved Economic Competitiveness and Social Well-Being. CCCU Profile The Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions was established on 17th August 1972 in Dominica, as the successor of the West Indies Conference of Credit Societies (WICCS) and serves as the apex trade and development organization for financial and non-financial co-operatives in the Caribbean. Essentially, the Confederation monitors economic and financial trends in the region and the world and assists affiliates to articulate clearly their own individual roles as they enhance and advance the Co-operative difference. The CCCU also stimulates and generates knowledge exchange through discussions on issues impacting Credit Unions and other Co-operatives, so that the goals and vision of the Movement can be realized. The CCCU serves 230 Credit Unions within the region and is an affiliate of the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) and represents the Caribbean Diaspora as part of the over 375 million members of the credit union sector.
5 The Development Foundation CCCU STRATEGIC BUSINESS UNITS The CCCU is structured into two (2) primary strategic business units, namely Trade Association and the Development Foundation. Trade Association The mandate of the Association is to project the CCCU as a major regional advocate for the Co-operatives Sector as a critical stakeholder in socialeconomic development and integration of the Caribbean. In this regard, it is responsible for research, marketing, representation, affiliate relations, policy advocacy, legislation and regulation, training, and education, expanding the sector throughout the region. Development Foundation The primary responsibility of the Foundation is to mobilize resources to foster social and community development through Co-operative activities and formulating programs and project aimed at disaster relief, education, youth, and rural development. Trade Association
6 Governance The CCCU is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of nine (9) voting members who are elected from the pool of delegates and one ex-officio Director. Each Director serves a three-year term of office and is led by the Chairman, along with the executive team. Delegates Member organizations appoint delegates to represent the organization in the annual general meeting. Each associate member is entitled to one non-voting seat at the AGM. CCCU Board of Directors 2022-2023 President Mr. Joseph Remy (Trinidad and Tobago) Vice President Mr. Hally Haynes (Barbados) Treasurer Mrs. Renee Jones (Bermuda) Secretary Mrs. Laurina Vidal-Telemaque (Dominica) Director Mr. Alister Bain (Grenada) Director Ms. Jacqueline Yearwood (Antigua and Barbuda) Director Mr. Eldrid Fos (Curacao) Director Mr. Mark Menzies (Belize) Director Mr. Lambert Johnson (Jamaica) Ex -Officio Director Mr. Andre Goindoo (Cuna Caribbean Insurance)
7 Meet Our Team To execute the vision of CCCU and serve the needs our members, CCCU gathered a quality team: GENERAL MANAGER Ms. Denise Garfield Business Development Officer Mrs. Tehara Isaac Facilities Officer Mr. Collis Maloney Executive Administrative Officer Mrs. Amal Wilkin-Boon Accounting Officer Ms. Julene Simpson Business Support Officer I Ms Jolencia Hodge Business Support Officer II Ms Marlariya Jeffers Custodian/Messenger Mrs. Diana Saunders-Parris Convention Co-Ordinator Mrs. Dianne Gaskin-Breedy
8 CCCU AFFILIATES There are sixteen (16) member affiliated countries of the CCCU, with a membership of over 2.7 million. Regional Credit Unions can obtain full membership status by paying mandatory dues, and obtaining the stipulated membership as outlined in the Bye-Laws. CCCU Associate Members There are currently six (6) Associate members of CCCU. Organizations that represent credit unions and non-credit union financial cooperatives are eligible to become Associate Members. These members have access to some membership benefits including participating in discussions and debates, but cannot vote, move or second motions, or be elected to the Board of Directors. Associate Members Co-operators General Insurance Corporate Enterprise Finance Facility Ltd. (CORP-EFF) Union Cooperative Agriculture Credit and Rural of Haiti (UNICAGRIH) Cumax Wealth Management Ltd Quality Network Co-operative Ltd. (Q-Net) Jamaica Co-operative Insurance Agency Ltd (JCIA) AFFILIATED MEMBERS Anguilla Antigua & Barbuda Barbados Belize Bermuda Cayman Islands Curacao Dominica Grenada Guyana Jamaica Montserrat St. Kitts & Nevis St. Lucia St. Vincent & The Grenadines Trinidad & Tobago
9 CCCU CONVENTION DETAILS CCCU is currently celebrating 51 years of existence. During these years, the Company has organized some of the most well attended conferences. Most delegates return to our Conventions annually due to the professionalism, engaging speakers, exotic locations, creativity, pertinent subject areas and our experienced and dedicated Convention Team. Our ability to provide an all-inclusive experience ranks our Convention as “The place to be.” CCCU has hosted the Convention in a number of different countries including Curacao, Trinidad and Tobago, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Orlando, Mexico, Panama, The Bahamas, St. Martin, Puerto Rico and Cuba. Fun Fact: CCCU’s convention was once held on the Carnival Cruise ship. Why do people attend our Convention? Credit Union managers from across the diaspora are able to meet with likeminded people from whom they can connect and gain valuable knowledge. Our conferences enable persons to network with their industry peers and have in depth insight on the latest trends occurring in the financial field and how these may impact the Credit Union movement. Objectives of our Convention ✓ To convene a high-level meeting of the key strategic partners on issues common to the Credit Unions. ✓ To establish a forum for academia and diaspora networking and collaboration on issues common to the Credit Union movement. ✓ To compile and discuss policies that directly impact the operations of Credit Unions ✓ To curate new perspectives and ideas. ✓ To challenge attendees to grow. ✓ Making lifelong friends and valuable connections. Featured Convention Topics Leadership Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Artificial Intelligence Climate Change Trade Finance Data protection and privacy Cryptocurrency Digital Transformation Financial Literacy The Holistic Business Flexi-work- Reshaping the Workplace Building an innovative culture Cybersecurity Aligning Purpose, Strategy and Culture for long term success