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Cyndi Williams-Rahming
Chairman

chairman@bahamaspstoy.org

ChairmanCyndi Williams- Rahming is a Diamond Life Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She is an active member of the Nassau, Bahamas Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, where she currently serves as Chairman of the Fundraising Committee and served as Chairperson of the Arts & Letters Committee from 1998-2004. She has played an active role in Greekdom serving in several positions in the Nassau, Bahamas Council of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. She was Financial Secretary 2000-2002, Vice-President 2002-2004 and is currently Council President 2004 - present. She was the 2nd female to head the local Council. She is a former member of several Government Appointed Boards: Films & Cinemas Control Board, Co-Chair of the Immigration Committee of the Financial Services Consultative Forum, and a member of the Labour Review Commission. She is a Director of the PACE Foundation Board, as well as a Director at Caribbean Bottling Company Bahamas Ltd., Director of Mideci Investments Ltd., Director of Pickett Foods Limited, President of Pisari Investments Ltd., and President/Owner of Eunique Grafix Limited Advertising Agency.

Mrs. Williams-Rahming is a Graduate of Fisk University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics and Business Management and Nova Southeastern University with a Master of Business Administration. She is the third child of Mr. & Mrs. Carleton W. Williams. Cyndi and her husband are members of Christian Life Church. She also attends St. Agnes Anglican Church. She is married to Rayford Rahming, Sr.


Ricardo P. Deveaux
President & Chief Executive Officer
president@bahamaspstoy.org

President & CEORicardo P. Deveaux is a Life Member of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. His fraternal leadership includes serving as the 15th Chapter President (2000-2003) of the Iota Epsilon Lambda Chapter - Nassau, Bahamas - Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. In January 2005, Darryl Matthews, Sr. - 32nd General President of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. appointed Ricardo as Chairman, International Brothers Affairs, becoming the first Bahamian to serve on the senior leadership team of the Fraternity. He is currently the Fraternity’s Bahamas Area Director.

Mr. Deveaux is also the Charter President of the Nassau, Bahamas Pan-Hellenic Council, the first international council chartered by the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC). In 1999, he made history in the NPHC, becoming the first international council member and one of the youngest members in the million-member organization to serve as National First Vice-President. He is a 1990 honour graduate of Bethune-Cookman University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and a 1992 graduate of Nova Southeastern University with Master of Science Degrees in Human Resource Management & Human Services.

He is the former Student Body President at Bethune-Cookman University (1989-90). His awards and honours include: Most Outstanding Freshman, Spohomore, Junior and Senior and Student of the Year (1989-90) - Bethune-Cookman University. The Ricardo Deveaux Spirited Award, an annual award at Nova Southeastern University named in his honour (April 1992) and being selected as one of only seven finalists in the 1992 Florida College Student of the Year Awards Program. In June 2004, He was the first inductee in The Nassau, Bahamas Pan-Hellenic Council - Greek Hall of Fame (June 2004). In October 2004, He was selected as one of three Finalists in the First Caribbean International Bank - Unsung Heroes Program for The Bahamas. In recognition of this achievement, First Caribbean presented a $6,000 grant to the Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year Awards Program. In May 2006, He was awarded the Distinguished Youth Leadership Award by Bahamas Faith Ministries International. His community involvement includes serving on the Board of Directors for the Ranfurly Home for Children and the Golden Gates Assembly Academy and a former Director of the Simpson Penn Centre for Boys.

Mr. Deveaux is employed at the Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports & Culture as a Senior Assistant Secretary where he is the Officer in Charge of the Youth Entrepreneurial Program for the Ministry. He is married to Pamela J. (Cunningham) Deveaux and they are the proud parents of one daughter - Richea Juanita Deveaux. He is the eldest son of Edward & Beverly Deveaux. Ricardo and his family worships at the Golden Gates Assemblies and World Outreach Ministries and St George's Anglican Church.


Carol L. Smith
Vice President of Programs

clsmith@bahamaspstoy.org

Carol SmithCarol L. Smith is a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Carol served as the 5th President (2000-2002) of the Nassau, Bahamas Council of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. She made history by becoming the first female to serve as president of the local council. Carol served as a Member of the Protocol Committee and Awards Banquet Committee for the 62nd National NPHC Convention. She is a 1989 Graduate of Success Training College with an Associate of Arts Degree in Business Administration and a 1993 Honour Graduate of Florida Memorial University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration.

Her undergraduate leadership experiences included: President, Undergraduate Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and President, Bahamas Student's Connection. Since returning home, she has served as Secretary of the Theta Epsilon Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Advisor to the Zeta Archonettes Youth Organization, Distinguished Charter Secretary - Nassau, Bahamas Pan-Hellenic Council, President, Nassau Chapter - Florida Memorial College Alumni Association and Member of the Annex Baptist Church. Her awards and honours include: President's and Dean's List - Florida Memorial University, Collegiate Soror of the Year - Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., 1995 Distinguished Citizen Award, Nassau, Bahamas Pan-Hellenic Council and 1993 Distinguished Service Award Williamson Family Reunion. Ms. Smith is a Business Studies Teacher at C. I. Gibson Secondary School. She is the daughter of Vinston and Nora Smith.


Adrian R. Sands
Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
asands@bahamaspstoy.org

Adrian Sands - Vice President & Cheif Financial OfficerAdrian R. Sands is a Subscribing Life Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. He currently serves as Polemarch of The Bahamas Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. He is the former Chapter Vice-Polemarch (2004-2007). He is also active with The Nassau Bahamas Council of The National Pan-Hellenic Council. He is employed at The Gaming Board for The Commonwealth of The Bahamas as Manager of Finance. He earned a Masters of Science Degree in Agricultural Economics from South Carolina State University in 2002 and a Bachelor of Science in Economics, with a minor in Finance from Benedict College, Columbia, South Carolina in 1999.

He is a current member of Light and Life Methodist Church, located in Palmdale, and is involved in various other civic organizations within the community. Despite having a busy schedule, Adrian finds time to relax and enjoy some of his favorite hobbies such as traveling, reading, and tennis.

Mr. Sands is happily married to the former Monique Saunders, a Chartered Accountant.



Dr. Cindy J. Dorsett
Vice-President of Development
cjdorsett@bahamaspstoy.org

Dr. Cindy Dorsett is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She currently serves as the Vice-President of the Eta Psi Omega Chapter. She is the former Executive Vice-President of the Student Government Association and Senior Class Vice-President at Bethune-Cookman University. She is a 1991 honour graduate of Bethune-Cookman University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology and a 1997 graduate of the University of the West Indies with a MBBS Degree.

Dr. Dorsett is the Medical Director and owner of The Poinciana Medical Center and Medical Doctor for the Star Trackers Track Club. She is married to Oscar L. Dorsett, former Chapter President of the Iota Epsilon Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. They are the proud parents of three children: Tai, Taj and Tyriq. She is the daughter of Ezra and Regina Rolle of Pinder’s Point, Grand Bahama. Dr. Dorsett and her family are members of Mt. Tabor Full Gospel Baptist Church.

 


Shane O. D. Albury
Vice-President of Logistics
sodalbury@bahamaspstoy.org

Shane O. D. Albury - Vice President Of LogisticsShane O. D. Albury is a Life Member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. He served as the 17th President of the Iota Epsilon Lambda Chapter. He serves on the Fraternity's International Brothers Affairs Committee. Shane has held several offices and served on numerous committees for the Iota Epsilon Lambda Chapter. He is also an active member of the Nassau Bahamas, Pan Hellenic Council, having served as Special Assistant to the Local President and Council Chaplain. He is also a member of Lodge Ft. Nassau, Scottish Constitution No. 1819, National Trustee and Vice Chairman of the Blue Hills Constituency of the Free National Movement. He also serves as Asst. Coach Sr. Boy’s softball team of St. Augustine's College.

Mr. Albury is a 1993 graduate of St. Augustine's College, Raleigh, North Carolina with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management. Currently he is the President of Quencom Audio Visual and Josari Management Ltd. He attends All Saints Anglican Church and is a member of the Anglican Church Men and supporter of the youth of the parish. He is an avid sportsman having played baseball, softball, basketball, football and rugby.

Mr. Albury is the son of Rick and Barbara (deceased) Albury. He is married to Kenris Johnson-Albury and they have three wonderful kids, Joshua, Sari and Skai Albury. Shane is a lover of life and lives by the words "To complain would be ungrateful".


Myra R. Mitchell
Vice-President of Communications
memitchell@bahamaspstoy.org

Myra E. Mitchell - Vice President of Communications Myra E. Mitchell is a Diamond-Life member of The Nassau, Bahamas Alumnae chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She held the position of President for the term 1998 - 2002. Ever since her initiation, Ms. Mitchell has been very active, and has held numerous other positions in her chapter, namely, Vice President, Chair/Program Planning & Development, Chair/ Nomination Committee, and Leader of Minerva Circle. She has chaired and served on many other chapter committees. She has also served on many Southern Region conference committees. When the Nassau, Bahamas Pan-Hellenic Council was chartered, Myra E. Mitchell held the position of Charter Parliamentarian; and has also been bestowed the title - Distinguished Charter Parliamentarian.

The Bahamas Telecommunications Company employs Ms. Mitchell as Management Information Systems (MIS) Manager. She has matriculated at The University of Texas at Austin, St. Edwards University (BSc. - Computer Sciences), and the University of Miami (M.B.A.). She has also earned the designation of Certified Manager (CM) from James Madison University, Virginia. Ms. Myra E. Mitchell attends St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, and resides on the island of New Providence, The Bahamas.


Margo J. Adderley
Vice-President of Administration & Corporate Secretary
madderley@bahamaspstoy.org

Margo J. Adderley - Vice President of Administration & Corporate SecretaryMargo J. Adderley is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She served as Secretary and Public Relations Officer of the Eta Psi Omega Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Margo is employed at Commonwealth Bank as the Manager, Training & Development. Prior to her present appointment, she was Chief Training Officer for The Department of Public Service. She earned a Masters of Science Degree in Human Resources Development and Administration in 1992 from Barry University, Miami, Florida and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology with a minor in Business Administration and Economics from Trinity International University in 1986.

Ms. Adderley is a human resources and training specialist, motivational speaker and a software trainer. She is the immediate Past Area 60 Governor and Past President of Club 6796 of Toastmasters International. She currently serves as Assistant Division Governor of Marketing and Vice President of Education for Club 6796.



DIRECTORS
 
Errol L. Bodie
Director of Communications
ebodie@bahamaspstoy.org

Errol BodieErrol L. Bodie is a Life Member of Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity, Inc. He previously served as Chapter Secretary and President of The Bahamas Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. He is currently the Vice President of the Nassau, Bahamas Council of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc., and Chair of the Annual Barefoot Summer Jam Step Show. He was recently elected as the 9th President of the Nassau, Bahamas Council of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc.

Mr. Bodie earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Engineering from Nova Southeastern University in 1994. He is currently studying towards a Master of Science Degree in Information Systems Management from the University of Liverpool. He is employed at The Central Bank of The Bahamas as Manager of Information Technology.


Vaughn L. Culmer
Director of Logistics
vlculmer@bahamaspstoy.org

Vaughn CulmerVaughn L. Culmer is the Past President of the Pi Xi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and Past President of the Nassau, Bahamas Pan-Hellenic Council. He has been a member of The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. for thirty (30) years. He was the fourth Basileus of Pi Xi Chapter, Nassau, Bahamas and served for two terms from 1990 to 1994. He selected as the "Omega Man of The Year" in 1991 and he received the Fraternity's "Superior Service Award" in 1997. Mr. Culmer also served as the third President of the Nassau, Bahamas Pan Hellenic Council (1992 - 1994). He awarded the Distinguished Past President Award in 1995 and the Meritorious Service Award in 1996.

An avid sportsman, Mr. Culmer was very successful at the High School and University level in Track & Field. After returning to the Bahamas in 1983 he played Soccer until his retirement in 1997. He was the Assistant General Secretary of the Bahamas Football Association for four years followed by six year tenure as the General Secretary. During his service he traveled to Guatemala , Canada and New Mexico representing the Bahamas and assisted in paving the political roads for the success the current administration is now enjoying.

In 1979, Mr. Culmer graduated from Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management. He began his current profession in 1985 as the Manager of Group and Claims Operations for American Life Insurance Company followed by stints with Life of Barbados and Colina (CIGNA) Insurance Company before establishing in 1995, Vaughn L. Culmer & Associates, Insurance Agents and Brokers Ltd. He is one of the Founding Members of the Bahamas Insurance Brokers Association and a former Board Director of the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce.
Mr. Culmer enjoys giving his time and service back to our youth. He is a former Junior Achievement Advisor and now spends time coaching Youth Soccer and Track & Field. His pride and joy are his three daughters, Vashaun (Fisk University Graduate and Valdosta State, Graduate) , Shevaun (Spelman University, Graduate) and Shaune' (St. Augustine's College - Grade Nine).


CC LaFleur
Director of Programs
cclafleur@bahamaspstoy.org

CC LaFleurMrs. CC LaFleur is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She is the Past President of the Eta Psi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She also held the office of Secretary in the chapter. CC served the Nassau, Bahamas Pan-Hellenic Council as Corresponding Secretary and Public Relations Officer. She is Magna Cum Laude graduate of Florida A&M University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and a minor in Accounting.

Mrs. LaFleur has a professional license in Human Resources and has been in that field for over 17 years, she is currently employed with a major Healthcare company as a Regional Human Resources Manager. Mrs. LaFleur has resided in New Providence for the past 8 years having relocated from Atlanta, GA. She is married to Pierre LaFleur and they have a six year old son, Pierce LaFleur. She is a member of St. George's Anglican Church where she is a member of the Usher Board and Anglican Church Women.


Dr. Beverton R. Moxey
Director of Development
bmoxey@bahamaspstoy.org

Beverton MoxeyDr. Beverton R. Moxey is a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. He was inducted in the Gamma Epsilon Chapter at Hampton University and is presently a financial member of the Pi Xi Graduate chapter in Nassau, Bahamas. He earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biology Pre-med from Hampton University and his Medical Degree from Ross University School of Medicine. Dr. Moxey completed his internship and specialty training in Internal Medicine at the University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Roanoke-Salem Program where he also served as the Chief Medical Resident. He received numerous accolades and awards during his scholastic career including All American Scholar, Who’s Who among American Colleges and Universities and induction into the Beta Kappa Chi Scientific Honor Society. While at Hampton, Dr. Moxey served as Co-facilitator of the Student Leadership program and Vice-President of the Student Recruitment Team for the University. His leadership skills were further honed when he was elected as President of his medical school class.

Dr. Moxey is presently an Acting Consultant in the Department of Medicine at the Princess Margaret Hospital and an Associate Lecturer in Medicine with the University of the West Indies School of Medicine. He is an Attending Physician at Doctors Hospital where his practice encompasses General Internal Medicine, Emergency Services and Critical Care. Dr. Moxey is a board certified Internal Medicine Specialist by the American Board of Internal Medicine and has a private practice located on Montrose Avenue and Arundel Street in Nassau, Bahamas. His professional affiliations include: member of the American college of Physicians, Society of Hospital Medicine and the Bahamas Medical Council. Dr. Moxey is a contributing author on several research publications and he has presented at numerous scientific meetings. He is an avid sailing and track and field enthusiast. He enjoys collecting art work and participating in cultural events with his Junkanoo Group the Saxons Superstars.


Steven G. Strachan
Director of Finance
stegeo2@bahamaspstoy.org

Stephen Stratchan Steven G. Strachan is a Subscribing Life Member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. A Member of the Iota Epsilon Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, he served as a Chapter Secretary (2002-2004), member of the Honours Day Committee and member of the Membership Committee. He is a 1996 Graduate of Sojourner-Douglass College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Administration.

Mr. Strachan is a former Assistant Leader for 14th Company Bahamas Boys Brigade Company and Member of the Family Life & Marriage Enrichment Ministry, Zion Baptist Church - East & Shirley Street. Steven is a former Senior Officer on the Royal Bahamas Police Force. He was the Officer in Charge of the Security Intelligence Branch - Grand Bahama and Northern Bahamas Division. He is presently employed as the Manager of Security at The Bahamas Electricity Corporation. He is married to Shunda (Missick) Strachan and they are the proud parents of two daughters - Erin & Tyler and one son Zayne.


Tanya A. Woodside
Director of Community Relations
tawoodside@bahamaspstoy.org


Tanya WoodsideTanya A. Woodside is a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. During her undergrad years, she received numerous athletic awards including, Most Outstanding Female Athlete, Team Captain, Champion Hurdler and Four-time All American, NCAA Division

She is the Charter President of Lambda, Lambda Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. at Texas A&M University, College Station. She is also the Charter President of the Kappa Delta Sigma Chapter (Nassau, Bahamas) of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. She is currently active with The Nassau, Bahamas Council of the National Pan-Hellenic Council having held positions as Correspondence Secretary, Step Show Judge and Chairperson of the Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year Awards Committee 2002.

For her commitment to service, she was awarded the NPHC Distinguished Soror Award 2003/2004 for Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Tanya is also actively involved in several other notable civic organizations: Pilot Club of Nassau. The Nassau Sunrise Rotary Club where she served as Secretary 2004-05, Charter member and Secretary 2004-2006 - Bahamas Insurance Brokers' Association, Charter Treasurer - Toastmaster Club 7178, Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Charter Secretary, Jsmart Investment Club.

With a Bachelor's of Science degree in Sociology/Organization Management, she made an easy transition into management as the head of the Life, Health & Employee Benefits Department at J S Johnson & Company, Ltd., where she specializes in the design and implementation of employee and executive level benefit packages for corporate clients. Ms. Woodside certainly lives a very active life, but she finds time to enjoy traveling, jogging, reading and spending quality time with friends and family.


EMERITUS
Honourable Phenton O. Neymour, M.P.
Vice President Emeritus
pneymour@bahamaspstoy.org

Phenton NeymourPhenton O. Neymour is the Past President of the Delta Epsilon Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and Charter Vice-President of the Nassau, Bahamas Pan-Hellenic Council. He obtained a Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering and a Master of Science degree in Environmental Engineering from Syracuse University where he was a varsity track & field athlete. He also obtained a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Miami . Phenton is a former Head Boy of both St. Paul 's College in Freeport (1979-80) and Queen's College in Nassau (1981-82). In addition, he has over 15 years flying experience with both American and British pilot licenses and rating.

In his professional career he has been instrumental in the construction of numerous facilities throughout the Bahamas including Water & Sewerage facilities, Docks, Roads, Airports and Petroleum Service Facilities. Prior to current appointment, he served as the Bahamas Family Islands and Turks & Caicos Islands Territory Manager at Esso Standard Oil, which is a subsidiary of the Exxon Mobil Corporation.

Phenton has been involved in the Trade Union Movement for eleven (11) years, serving nine (9) years as the President of the Water & Sewerage Corporation Management Union and six (6) years as the Assistant Secretary General of the Bahamas Trade Union Congress.

He has contributed to numerous community activities either through sponsorship or as an advisor to youth programs for many years, such as Junior Achievement and the Sigma Beta boys Club. He has also served as the local President of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity for nine (9) years. He has sponsored women's softball and men's Basketball teams in his hometown of Exuma for four (4) years.

In the 2002 General Elections he was a candidate for the Coalition for Democratic Reform (CDR) in the South Beach Constituency. Phenton was elected as the Member of Parliament for the Free National Movement (FNM) in the South Beach Constituency for the 2007 General Election. In May 2007, He was appointed as Minister of State for Public Utilities in Cabinet of Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham. Mr. Neymour worships at Christ Church Cathedral. He is married to the former Juliet Gittens and the couple has two children, Ashley and Jonathan.


 


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