Board of Directors
Diane M. Edwards - Chairwoman
While at the top as President of JAMPRO and holding memberships in various institution such as Wine & Spirits Trade Association Spirits Council, London and British Foundation for University of the West Indies; Diane is a passionate business woman operating at a high level of business development and company management. Diane is Experienced in shaping corporate and strategic direction and grown businesses both Locally and in the UK and built a strong and growing consumer brand and led Jamaica's economic development agency for 6 years. Diane has I have a strong mix of public and private sector experience, with a blend of skills from company innovation to driving sales.
Nayana Williams - CEO & Managing Director
Mrs. Williams is the company's founder and its CEO since 2005. She has a wide range of business experiences in different industries, an asset to the Company over the years. With an eye for detail and a clear vision of the company she manages the day to operation of the Company directing and controlling the work and resources of the company to ensure the achievements of its vision, mission and goals. Mrs. Williams holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix and a Master in International Law from the University of Cumbria/RKC.
Devon L. Williams - CPO & Director
Devon L. Williams - CPO & Director
Devon L. Williams - CPO & Director
Mr. Williams is the co-founder of Lifespan and the Chief Projects Officer. He is the practical genius and instrumental force in the engineering and design of the Lifespan facility. His technical expertise and varied background has allowed Lifespan to operate at an optimum and efficient rate. His natural talent for engineering and constru
Mr. Williams is the co-founder of Lifespan and the Chief Projects Officer. He is the practical genius and instrumental force in the engineering and design of the Lifespan facility. His technical expertise and varied background has allowed Lifespan to operate at an optimum and efficient rate. His natural talent for engineering and construction has been an asset to the development of the company. Mr. Williams graduated from the Jamaica Maritime Training Institute with a degree in Nautical Science and Marine Navigation up to the level of Third Officer and holds an IMO License. He is also an aviation Pilot and has a Commercial Pilot’s License.
Krystal McDonald - Director
Devon L. Williams - CPO & Director
Devon L. Williams - CPO & Director
Mrs. Krystal Barrows-McDonald brings to Lifespan her extensive experience garnered from the Public Sector in the areas of Communication, Public Relations, Marketing and Customer Service Management. She employs a pragmatic approach which facilitates effective communication, brand awareness and sustainable growth in her area of work. She
Mrs. Krystal Barrows-McDonald brings to Lifespan her extensive experience garnered from the Public Sector in the areas of Communication, Public Relations, Marketing and Customer Service Management. She employs a pragmatic approach which facilitates effective communication, brand awareness and sustainable growth in her area of work. She is very passionate about human capital development and nation-building, grounded in by the philosophy that these are drivers for augmenting organizational performance and service excellence.
Richard Chin - Director
Devon L. Williams - CPO & Director
Allisson Hemmings - Director
After living in England for many years working successfully with Lockheed, Richard Chin returned to Jamaica to start his own band (E=Mc2) and moved into the film industry. Richard Chin is the authorized distributor of Schaeffer’s Lubricants in Jamaica, supplying the manufacturing sector with lubricants, parts and machinery.” Mr. Chin’s dy
After living in England for many years working successfully with Lockheed, Richard Chin returned to Jamaica to start his own band (E=Mc2) and moved into the film industry. Richard Chin is the authorized distributor of Schaeffer’s Lubricants in Jamaica, supplying the manufacturing sector with lubricants, parts and machinery.” Mr. Chin’s dynamic background mixed with his sound business acumen and experiences is a contributing asset to the creative direction of the company.
Allisson Hemmings - Director
Cristina Matalon - Company Secretary
Allisson Hemmings - Director
Allison Hemmings is the Chief Financial Officer of Delta Capital Partners and SSL Group. She joined SSL after 14 years in the telecommunications Industry as a leading financial executive within the Digicel Group. Allison’s experience expands the bounds of traditional finance and accounting and offers a rich blend of operations, strategic,
Allison Hemmings is the Chief Financial Officer of Delta Capital Partners and SSL Group. She joined SSL after 14 years in the telecommunications Industry as a leading financial executive within the Digicel Group. Allison’s experience expands the bounds of traditional finance and accounting and offers a rich blend of operations, strategic, commercial and leadership talents gained from over 10 years of controllership, regulatory and operations experience at a group level. She served in over 32 markets across the Caribbean, Latin America and Asia Pacific regions and was selected to be part of the “Women in Leadership” program at Digicel, steered extensive negotiation and mentorship programs as CFO of the SSL Group and Delta Capital.
David Whittaker - Director
Cristina Matalon - Company Secretary
Cristina Matalon - Company Secretary
Mr. David Whittaker, Independent Director, Chairman of the Audit Committee, and the Compensation Committee; Chartered Accountant. He has years of experience in Accounting, Auditing and Financial Management Services and brings to the board the necessary ethical standards required to ensure a sound system of internal controls and adherence
Mr. David Whittaker, Independent Director, Chairman of the Audit Committee, and the Compensation Committee; Chartered Accountant. He has years of experience in Accounting, Auditing and Financial Management Services and brings to the board the necessary ethical standards required to ensure a sound system of internal controls and adherence to financial reporting standards. Mr. Whitaker is also Managing Director of Guardsman Limited.
Cristina Matalon - Company Secretary
Cristina Matalon - Company Secretary
Cristina Matalon - Company Secretary
Mrs. Matalon is the Company Secretary. She has significant experience in matters of Company Law and Corporate Governance, having served on the Boards of both public and private companies for over 22 years, as well as managing mergers, acquisitions and divestments.
