BRIDGE AUTHORITY - Key Persons

Job Titles:

• Executive Chairman
• Executive Chairman of the Board
• President of Perpall Tract Community Association

Basil G. Longley currently serves as Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors for The Bridge Authority. Mr. Longley is a highly qualified technology professional with over 40 yrs experience having started at BTC as Telecommunications Technician, IBM for 20yrs as Computer Engineer and Professional Services Specialist, followed by 22yrs employment with a major International Bank as Senior Manager for Regional Technical Support, Project Management, Strategy and ATM Channel. Mr. Longley is President of Perpall Tract Community Association, Chairman of Fort Charlotte Community Development Association and Board Director for Governor General Youth Award Program. He is a member of St. Mary's Anglican Church and is married to Mrs. Carolyn Longley and the couple is blessed with three children Basil Jr., Dr. Cheree Longley-Thompson, and Baron Longley.

Job Titles:

• Member of Parliament for Fort Charlotte
• MINISTER of WORKS & UTILITIES

Mr. Sears has served as the Member of Parliament for Fort Charlotte from 2000-2012. Among his notable achievements in the community: The renovation and establishment of the Fort Charlotte Community Development Center; the re-engineering of the Chippingham Drainage Canal; construction of the $10 million state-of-the-art T.G. Glover Primary School; and the successful lobbying for the construction of the new Ardastra Gardens housing subdivision.

Job Titles:

• Deputy Chairman

Arnold Bain obtained a Baccalaureate of Arts in Economics at Howard University, located in Washington D.C.USA. He is also an Alumni of The London School of Accountancy, located in London, United Kingdom. Arnold earned a Certificate in Fundamental of Trust Law and Administration from The Bahamas Institute of Bankers, Bahamas. He is also a licensed Justice of the Peace (JP) and has completed Principles of Law for Justices of The Peace.

Job Titles:

• Member of the Board of Directors

Hartley Wilkinson serves as a member of the Board of Directors for The Bridge Authority. Mr. Wilkinson previously worked at American Life Insurance Company for several years before transitioning into a successful entrepreneur. He presently owns and operate a successful landscaping company for the past 25 years. Mr. Wilkinson is the father of five children and is highly regarded as a pillar in his community. He is a distinguished individual and often described by family and friends as trustworthy and dependable. He desires to see everyone succeed in their set goals and to strive in excellence by becoming the best version of themselves.

Job Titles:

• Director
• Accounting Firm KPMG in 1981 As an Accountant

In 1978, Mr. LeRoy Archer graduated from St. Anne's High School, as Head Boy….destined to succeed. Mr. Archer joined the accounting firm KPMG in 1981 as an accountant trainee, later taking a study leave to attend Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida, where he attained a bachelor's degree in accounting.

Job Titles:

• Director

Pastor Rickeno R. Moncur, was born on February 21, 1984, in New Providence, The Bahamas. He is a quintessential millennial leader; one who many describe as a wise man beyond his years. He is a prolific speaker, leadership cultivator, advocate of excellence and visionary influencer. With more than 20 years in ministry, his charismatic approach has helped thousands throughout the Commonwealth of the Bahamas and North America find life and realize their purpose.

Job Titles:

• Member of the Board of Directors

Lorraine Johnson-Berry serves as a member of the Board of Directors for The Bridge Authority. She is a decorated banker by profession, with a rich history in the Commercial Banking Sector, that spans over two decades. During her career, she has risen through the ranks in banking and served in many distinctive roles inclusive of positions responsible for the leadership and management of people, as well as client portfolios. In her current role as a Private Banker, at one of our leading financial institutions, she manages a portfolio of wealthy to affluent local and international clients.

Job Titles:

• Director

Mrs. Orita Brown-Stubbs obtained her early education started at Kingsway Academy, St.John's College prep Bahamas Academy Jr high and The Government High School where she graduated. Mrs. Orita Brown-Stubbs attended Bahamas Technical & Vocational Institute (B.T.V.I) after high school where She received A Diploma of Certification in Cosmetology, Massage Therapy, Nail Technology, as well as, Construction Technology Trade Certificate in Maintenance Technician Painting and Decorating. Mrs. Orita Brown-Stubbs is a Nail technician and a Massage therapist by profession and a small business owner for over 30 years. At the age of 54 she went back to school and now a Certified Councilor, as of recent, she has been gainful employed at The Department of Labour as a Public Employment Service Officer (P.E.S. officer). Mrs. Orita Brown- Stubbs is a Christian believer and member of the Anglican Faith. She attends St.Gregory's The Great located on Carmichael Road. She was elected The President of the A.C.W. Group (Anglican Church Women). Mrs. Orita Brown -Stubbs currently hold the position as Chairman of Carmichael Branch of the Progressive Liberal Party (P.L.P.) from 2017 to present. She is also Stalwart Councilor in the P.L.P. party. Mrs. Orita Brown -Stubbs a Warrior of excellence a proud member of One Family Junkanoo Group and Community Organization since, 1984 to present. A member of the leadership and Steering team and a Executive team member of that great organization, as a Front-line dancer. Also she stands as the current Chairman of the Outreach Committee of the Junkanoo Corporation New Providence (JCNP). She is also an Executive team member of the JCNP. Last but not least Mrs. Orita Brown-Stubbs is a current Broad member of the Bridge Authority (T.B.A.). Mrs. Orita Brown-Stubbs a True, True Bahamian, She Loves her God, her family, and her Country. In God She Trust. Mrs. Orita Joan Brown-Stubbs was born June 9th 1967. Nassau, Bahamas. She is a single parent and a proud mother of two beautiful daughters, Carlrita Robinson and Mikayla Stubbs along with one adorable granddaughter Dazariah Bullard. A Bahamian my Father is deceased (James Otis Brown), A descendant of Black Point Exuma. My Mother is still alive Joan Moss Brown born in Nassau, Bahamas.

Job Titles:

• Financial Manager

Mrs. Roberts is the holder of numerous professional certifications including CPA; CRFAC; NASD Series 7 and Series 6 Qualified, and Certificate Investment Banking. She is a member of the Bahamas Institute of Chartered Accountants, the Bahamas Institute of Internal Auditors, and The American College of Forensic Examiners. Mrs. Patrice Roberts is a highly qualified, skilled, and experienced Certified Public Accountant, Certified Forensic Accountant, Financial Controller, Internal/External Auditor, Money Laundering Reporting Officer, Compliance and Risk Manager. Mrs. Roberts is an alum of the South Andros Senior High School; The College of the Bahamas, College of Saint Benedict's/Saint John's University of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Nova South-eastern University, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, The American College of Forensic Examiners, Springfield, Missouri, Global Business Valuation and Cash Flow Projection and Modelling, London, England. She holds a master's degree in Business Administration; NASD Series 6 & 7 Qualified, National Association of Security Dealers, Miami, Florida, Anti-Money Laundering Diploma, First Class Honours.

Job Titles:

• Human Resource Manager
• Human Resources Manager
• Manager
• Associate Pastor at Glory Tabernacle Ministries

Shanette Rahming is the Human Resources Manager at The Bridge Authority providing leadership and support in Human Resource issues to ensure the implementation of the HR strategies aligns with the operational plans of the Authority; with the oversight of 40 employees. Ms. Rahming is an accomplished Human Resources Manager with over 12 years of experience in Business Management and 8 years of progressive experience in the field of Human Resources with local companies. She is a consummate professional with demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management and trend tracking. Ms. Rahming began her early career in the Financial Services Industry where she served as an Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Marketing at Family Guardian Insurance Company Ltd. with over 15 years' experience in that sector. Ms. Rahming is a decisive manager who has comprehensive knowledge of Human Resources Procedures and Operating Standards including but not limited to HR guidance, integration of polices, international recruitment, contract negotiations, HRIS management, compensation structuring and regulatory compliance. Ms. Rahming also serves as an Associate Pastor at Glory Tabernacle Ministries and is a part of several leadership boards. As a member of the Women's Ministry her passion and focus are on assisting hurting women nationally and internally in teaching them how to understand their identity in Christ, even from a state of brokenness to wholeness and God's purpose for their lives. With the wealth of knowledge concerning the Word of God and a strong background in cultivating positive relationships, Ms. Rahming intends to be a transformational leader and a trendsetter of her time. Ms. Rahming is a divorcee and a mother of three beautiful children.

Job Titles:

• Corporate Secretary
• Member of the Mt

Ms. Deleveaux is a member of the Mt. Tabor Church, and a former member of the Evangelism Ministry. Ms. Sybrena Deleveaux has worked for the Public Service for more that twenty-seven (27) years and was awarded the opportunity to work in various Ministries and Departments in which her humble employment commenced in the year, 1995 as a Teacher Aide at the Early Childhood Development Centre. Ms. Deleveaux was later transferred to the Willie Mae Pratt Center for Girls, correctional services department where she assume responsibilities of, but not limited to Counsellor, Etiquette and Grooming. Ms. Deleveaux cherished each moment of noticeable changes in these young ladies as they transitioned back into Society.

Pastor Moncur is the recipient of two Pacesetter in Religion awards from the Government of the Bahamas. He serves as the Executive Assistant to the Provincial Leader of the Global United Fellowship, Bahamas; appointed in 2019 by His Grace, Bishop Neil C. Ellis. In addition, he is the Co-Host of a weekly Current Affairs Radio Talk Show on Glory 93.9FM. In 2007, at the age of 23, he established the Word of Life Kingdom Ministries Church, in Nassau, Bahamas. Pastor Moncur's greatest motivation in life is seeing people living the abundant life that Christ died for them to live!