BFSB and top executive receive leading honours

THE Bahamas Financial Services Board (BFSB) and its chief executive have both been honoured by an international investment publication.

The BFSB and Dr Tanya McCartney, who also serves as its executive director, received the 'Best regional finance centre' and 'Chief executive of the year' awards frrom International Investor. International Investor is an online and printed publication providing information and news on topics such as world markets, industry analysis, breaking trends, investing opportunities and high-level executive interviews.

Dr McCartney, in a statement following receipt of the awards, said: “The Bahamas has always sought to provide superior financial products and services, and a world class client experience. It has proven itself to be nimble and responsive to global changes – always mindful of the need to adhere to international standards with respect to compliance, cooperation and transparency.

"This is complemented by the fact that The Bahamas is not only somewhere that offers bespoke private wealth management, but is also a beautiful place to live

It is now developing deeper collaborations with faculty from BAMSI and the University of The Bahamas. Part of their mission is to spark compassion, curiosity and conservation for the aquatic world. To help sustain healthy ecosystems, Shedd staff biologists conduct research, including in The Bahamas, to understand and mitigate the impacts of serious threats to culturally and commercially important species.

DR TANYA MCCARTNEY

and work in. We see this as a winning formula for the jurisdiction as we strive to enhance our competitive advantage.”

International Investor’s award winners are nominated by industry experts using a wide range of criteria and multiple research platforms. The criteria include leadership, innovation, proof of development, digital transformation, tax regulations, banking system, financial system stability and accessibility to international markets.