Mission & Vision
Mission
JIFSA’s mission is to enable economic activity through high-value, global, financial and business solutions.
Vision
The guiding vision for JIFSA is to establish Jamaica as the premier centre of excellence for the provision of financial services, and business solutions.
HISTORY
Our Journey
Established in 2011, the Jamaica International Financial
Services Authority (JIFSA) was created to position Jamaica
as a leading jurisdiction for international financial and
business services.
Working with the Ministry of Industry, Investment and
Commerce, we strengthen legislation, promote investor
confidence, and ensure Jamaica’s financial sector remains
transparent, competitive, and globally aligned.
HISTORY
Our Journey
Established in 2011, the Jamaica International Financial
Services Authority (JIFSA) was created to position Jamaica
as a leading jurisdiction for international financial and
business services.
Working with the Ministry of Industry, Investment and
Commerce, we strengthen legislation, promote investor
confidence, and ensure Jamaica’s financial sector remains
transparent, competitive, and globally aligned.
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Senator 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 J$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 of Industry, Investment and Commerce. Minister Hill has responsibility for 20 agencies and departments.
Minister Hill has a firm interest in facilitating, enabling and encouraging small and large Jamaican businesses to grow, create good Jamaica jobs and be profitable. His focus is on growing exports exponentially and securing greater local and foreign direct investments into the Jamaican economy
Delano Seiveright
Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce
Delano Seiveright is Jamaica’s Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC), popularly known as the “Business Ministry” and one of Government’s super ministries. The Ministry oversees more than twenty agencies and departments that drive business growth, investment promotion, and economic competitiveness, including the Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), the National Export-Import Bank of Jamaica, the Fair Trading Commission, the Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA), the Companies Office of Jamaica, and the Bureau of Standards Jamaica, among others.
An experienced public servant, Seiveright’s career reflects a strong commitment to national development through governance, tourism, business, and international stakeholder engagement. As a strategist and policy specialist, he has influenced policy and legislation on investment, tourism, economic growth, and cannabis law reform.
He previously served as a Senator and Minister of State in the Ministry of Tourism, and before that as an Advisor and Senior Communications Strategist in the Ministry, working closely with Minister Edmund Bartlett to implement initiatives that delivered record growth, improved worker welfare, and strengthened economic linkages.
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Beyond government, Seiveright has consulted in corporate communications, business development, and investment, while serving on several public boards, including JAMPRO, the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), the Tourism Product Development Company (TPDCo), the Cannabis Licensing Authority, and the National Insurance Fund.
A former radio host and newspaper columnist, he remains active in political and civic life. He attended Calabar High School, earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of the West Indies, and holds a Master’s degree in Public Policy and Management from the Un
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Senator 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).
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In 19 months, Aubyn and his team moved NCB’s stock price from $5.51 when he joined to J$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 of Industry, Investment and Commerce. Minister Hill has responsibility for 20 agencies and departments.
Minister Hill has a firm interest in facilitating, enabling and encouraging small and large Jamaican businesses to grow, create good Jamaica jobs and be profitable. His focus is on growing exports exponentially and securing greater local and foreign direct investments into the Jamaican economy
Delano Seiveright
Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce
Delano Seiveright is Jamaica’s Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC), popularly known as the “Business Ministry” and one of Government’s super ministries. The Ministry oversees more than twenty agencies and departments that drive business growth, investment promotion, and economic competitiveness, including the Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), the National Export-Import Bank of Jamaica, the Fair Trading Commission, the Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA), the Companies Office of Jamaica, and the Bureau of Standards Jamaica, among others.
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An experienced public servant, Seiveright’s career reflects a strong commitment to national development through governance, tourism, business, and international stakeholder engagement. As a strategist and policy specialist, he has influenced policy and legislation on investment, tourism, economic growth, and cannabis law reform.
He previously served as a Senator and Minister of State in the Ministry of Tourism, and before that as an Advisor and Senior Communications Strategist in the Ministry, working closely with Minister Edmund Bartlett to implement initiatives that delivered record growth, improved worker welfare, and strengthened economic linkages.
Beyond government, Seiveright has consulted in corporate communications, business development, and investment, while serving on several public boards, including JAMPRO, the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), the Tourism Product Development Company (TPDCo), the Cannabis Licensing Authority, and the National Insurance Fund.
A former radio host and newspaper columnist, he remains active in political and civic life. He attended Calabar High School, earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of the West Indies, and holds a Master’s degree in Public Policy and Management from the Un
Our Board
JIFSA’s success is guided by a team of experienced professionals dedicated to advancing Jamaica’s international financial services industry.Their combined expertise in policy, law, finance, and investment ensures that the Authority remains a strong and credible institution.
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Rickie Davis
CEO, Jamaica International Financial Services Authority
Rickie Davis is a corporate attorney with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Florida Atlantic University, a Juris Doctor (JD) from the Nova Southeastern, Shepard Broad Law Center and a Certificate of Legal Education from the Norman Manley Law School.
He migrated to the British Virgin Islands where he was called to the bar in that Jurisdiction and practiced there for 12 years. Prior to returning to Jamaica, he was In-House Legal Advisor as well as a director of Morgan & Morgan Trust Corporation (now MMG Trust (BVI) Limited).’
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In this capacity he was responsible for all legal advice to the trust company, its clients, and its affiliate branches in China, Belize, London, Geneva, Zurich and Panama. In this role he was required to liaise with the BVI Financial Services Commission (FSC) as he was responsible for all matters relating to the BVI FSC.
On his return to Jamaica, he joined Grace Kennedy Limited as one of the four (4) resident legal counsels. Duties assigned included assisting with divestments, acquisitions, contracts and HR issues relating the parent company and some of the subsidiaries. Mr. Davis joined the Jamaica International Financial Services Authority (JIFSA), an agency currently under the Ministry of Investment Industry and Commerce, as its Technical Legal Advisor in 2019.
He has been the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the agency since June 2021. The JIFSA is the statutory body charged with the responsibility of developing the legislation to take Jamaica into the financial services industry domestically and internationally.
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Our Leadership
JIFSA’s success is guided by a team of experienced professionals dedicated to advancing Jamaica’s international financial services industry.
Their combined expertise in policy, law, finance, marketing and investment ensures that the Authority remains a strong and credible institution.
BIO
I am responsible for setting the overall strategic direction, making major corporate decisions, and driving growth.
Fun Fact: I enjoy sharing stories of my many experiences.
Mr. Rickie Davis
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Mr. Rickie Davis
Acting CEO
BIO
I plan, develop, and oversee the Agency’s marketing strategies to drive brand awareness, customer acquisition, and overall growth.
Fun Fact: I like to learn about everything so I can pull a ‘trick’ from my hat when necessary.
Ms. Christine Ade-Gold
Marketing Manager
Ms. Christine Ade-Gold
Marketing Manager
BIO
I handle office management, full-cycle recruitment, performance management, employee relations, payroll, and statutory compliance with Jamaican Labour Laws.
Fun Fact: No seat is too high for me to sit there one day.
Mrs. Brianne Gayle-Walker
HR & Admin Manager
Mrs. Brianne Gayle-Walker
HR & Admin Manager
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Marketing Officer
BIO
I conduct, analyze, and document research to inform policy, standards, and strategic decisions.
Fun Fact: I enjoy meeting new people and sharing knowledge!
Mr. Kevon Gayle
Research Officer
Mr. Kevon Gayle
Research Officer
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Accounting Officer
BIO
I am responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of support services to the overall Agency.
Fun Fact: My corporate fashion sense brings me joy! I’m also a stickler for time.
Miss Charrise Love
Administrative Assistant
Ms. Charrise Love
Administrative Assistant
BIO
I ensure we have a clean, sanitary, and organized office environment.
Fun Fact: Serving others and seeing them happy makes me happy!