Mentor Connect Programme

In 2022 we are continuing our efforts to build a culture within Cayman Connection of members supporting each other to succeed.

We help members find professional contacts with the aim of forging connections between professionals in various fields, and members seeking advice, support and guidance related to these fields.

About being a Mentee
Becoming a Mentor
Mentors

Cayman Connection understands the importance of having a network of knowledgeable persons to call upon, regardless of where you are on your career path, as well as the fulfillment that assisting others in reaching their full potential brings. The relationship between mentor and mentee is mutually beneficial, as each gains insight and knowledge from the other, an invaluable opportunity for growth on both sides.  

MINIMUM COMMITMENT REQUIRED OF MENTOR/MENTEE:

  • Start between 01 Jan and 01 March 2022
  • 2 hours per month
  • 6 Month Period
  • Participation in Mentor Connect Virtual Yard Meeting in September

Watch our Mentor Connect session to learn more:

If you would like to be a Mentor or Mentee please sign up using our Mentor Connect sign up

SIGN UP TO BE A MENTOR OR MENTEE

Mentees

Having a mentor can be the most important addition to your network when you are trying to make decisions, build your future, reflect on your next steps, have the door ‘nudged’ open for you, or  just be shown the way.  Mentors bring with them skills, knowledge and experience in particular fields, and it is important for you to know what kind of guidance you require from them. Perhaps you would like their input on settling in the UK (or elsewhere) and pursuing a career, or moving back to Cayman and isolating appropriate places of work; you might also wonder if it is necessary to pursue additional qualifications, or need advice on starting your own business…the list goes on, but be prepared with your ‘asks’ and remember, it has to be ‘your goal’.

The Mentor Connect team will connect you with a mentor most suited to your needs, based on the information you provide us.  Mentor Connect will run for 6 months with mentors and mentees meeting for a minimum of two hours per month (virtually).  

Mentors and mentees may also agree to continue their professional relationship beyond the 6 months periods, but Mentor Connect only requires monthly communication from the mentee for the official period.  Once the official period has concluded, mentors and mentees will come together at a virtual Mentor Connect panel discussion to speak about their experiences and be recognised publicly for completing the programme.  

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You can be both a mentor and a mentee in what we hope to be purposeful, supportive and invigorating programme.  Simply fill out the appropriate forms expressing interest in both areas.

Registrants will be fully briefed the Mentor Connect Programme, and you may decide at that time if you are able to commit to the programme at this time.  We do understand that plans change, and we are here to support both mentors and mentees.  We look forward facilitating and cultivating a rich space for personal and professional development for all involved, and thank you in advance for your contributions.  

We look forward to connecting with you.

Becoming a Mentor

Being a mentor is a valuable and rewarding way to give back and pass on knowledge gained from formal education, the workplace, and life experiences.  If you have a proven track record in a particular field (knowledge, skills, experience) and have a strong desire to share your passion for what you do with others and guide them on their own path, mentoring might offer a wonderful opportunity to fulfill this desire.  Mentor Connect is open to persons in the UK, Cayman, USA and beyond, who work in any number of areas including, but not limited to: finance, law, medicine, health and wellness, IT, logistics, marketing, media, education, tourism, business management, arts and culture, food and beverage, and more. 

As a mentor, your commitment would be two hours per month for 6 months, at times to be agreed upon with the mentee.  Mentors and mentees may also agree to continue their professional relationship beyond the 6 months periods, but Mentor Connect only requires monthly communication from the mentor for the official period.  

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Kimberly Carlos

Kimberly Carlos

Mentor Connect Lead

Kimberly is a proud representation of Cayman’s diverse culture and prides herself on sharing “Caymankind” wherever she goes. Having acquired a BSc in Psychology from the University of Roehampton in the UK, she is passionate about serving the youth of Cayman and actively assists the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme as a supervisor and expedition PT leader. She currently works as a Trust Estate Practitioner within Cayman’s financial industry and placed 1st runner-up in the Miss Cayman Islands Universe 2021 pageant.

Claire Foy

Claire Foy

Non Executive Director

Claire lived in Cayman from 1976 to 2002. Claire’s father Peter Larder ran CIBC, and was Chef de Mission of the Cayman Olympic committee, her mother Meg Larder, ran the Pines and worked with various community programmes. Claire eventually settled in Coutts (Cayman) taking a secondment to experience working in London in 2002.

Mentors

Ashley DaCosta

Ashley DaCosta

Offering: I aim to help young students discover their passions and overcome challenges and obstacles to achieve their goals.

I can offer advice, guidance and solutions to ensuring each individual is given the tools that will help them to succeed and to unlock their greatest potential.

Support system – I am happy to support students in discussing their goals and aspirations to create the right mindset for success. I will ensure to create a friendly, positive environment where individuals can feel empowered.

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I have a degree in Law (“LLB”) and most recently obtained a postgraduate legal qualification in professional legal practice (the “LPC”). I obtained both of my degrees in the UK. I lived in Essex whilst doing my LLB and subsequently moved to London to achieve my LPC.
I have had a few years of experience in the legal field and have a solid foundation of understanding of what it is like to work in the legal industry.

Jevaughnie Ebanks

Jevaughnie Ebanks

Filmmaker

Offering:

  • advice to student just starting
  • advice to student studying film or other media
  • advice on working in the local press and media within the islands
  • advice on Bradford UK

 

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Jevy Ebanks is a Cayman media personality and performer. He began performing at the tender age of 11 at the National Children’s Festival of the Arts and was soon invited to take part in the Cayman National Cultural Foundation’s Young At Arts youth theatre company. Jevy’s love for the stage grew and he continued performing annually in YAA shows, including as a show host, and Gimistory – the International Storytelling Festival of the Cayman Islands. He has also taken part in other CNCF productions including “Downside Up” by Dr. Frank McField and the annual comedy revue “Rundown” directed by Henry Muttoo.

Jevy has had the opportunity to represent the Cayman Islands as an actor in the Caribbean Festival of the Arts (CARIFESTA) in both Barbados and Trinidad. More recently, Jevy graduated with first-class honours in Film and Television Production at the

University of Bradford in the United Kingdom and is now pursuing a Master’s in Filmmaking.

Previously, Jevy was employed in radio at Hurley’s Media on the popular Cayman stations Z99, IRIE 98.9 and Rooster 101.9, and also worked as a News Reporter on television for Cayman 27 and for Radio Cayman (89.9FM).

Jevy owns and operates a local video and audio production company, Jevy Ebanks Productions.

Charlotte Hinds

Charlotte Hinds

Medical Science PhD Candidate

Offering: Guidance on pursuing a career in biotechnology or academia, advice about navigating life in London, and general feedback, support and encouragement for new undergraduates (and postgraduates!). Whilst I’m still learning every day, I have a wealth of experiences to share with others and would be more than happy to offer guidance to whomever I can…even if just to serve as a sounding board!

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I completed my BSc in Neuroscience in 2018, graduating from University College London. From there I took a technician role at a drug development lab at Imperial College London where I was subsequently offered an opportunity to pursue my PhD. With an expectation to complete that diploma in early 2022, I have spent my last three years navigating the worlds of pharmaceutical development, project management and life as a post-graduate academic.

Outside of the lab you can find me working my way through cookbooks, tending to my garden (of mostly hot peppers…), or probably walking through yet another English park!

Lisa Hoyte

Lisa Hoyte

Wedding and Event Planner

Offering: Personal Assistant / Office Management / Secretarial skills Wedding Planning expertise Event Management Destination / Travel advice

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Weddings by Lisa Lee was created by Lisa Hoyte, Destination Wedding Planner based in Essex. Lisa has Trinidadian heritage and a passion for Weddings & Events, Lisa lived in the Cayman Islands for 4 years and enjoyed the relaxed beach lifestyle along with the glitz and glamour of special events and parties.  

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Lisa runs an excellent professional and personalised service, Multicultural Wedding Planning, Full Wedding Planning and Event Design.. She will inspire you with creative ideas and make your special day magical and stress free. Lisa is a certified Wedding & Event Planner qualified through The Event School, Docklands and training courses with UK Alliance of Wedding Planners www.ukawp.com. She has organised weddings in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, Tobago, Barbados and events in the Caribbean and City of London.

Lisa as she has an excellent network of overseas consultants, venue designers and vendors who include hair stylists, makeup artists, photographers and florists. Lisa runs lisaleepromotions for promotional event services, modelling carnival designers, DJs and models. Lisa is an experience Legal Personal Assistant with experience in Intellectual Property and Trademarks, litigation and in-house media and entertainment law.

Annick Jackman

Annick Jackman

Director of a Non-profit organization

Offering:
Guidance in the following areas:

  • Public speaking
  • Leadership
  • Marketing
  • Events
  • Culture / heritage 
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Annick Jackman is a Marketing professional with over 15 years experience in branding and product development. She is also a trained Image Consultant who specializes in leadership and public speaking development. She has conducted training for various Cayman Islands Government agencies, local businesses and the general public. She has developed public speaking training modules for entities such as the Miss Cayman Islands pageants and hosted global leadership workshops for audiences from Asia to the Caribbean.

In 2020, under the umbrella of her original image consultancy, she launched her inspirational blogsite (www.livewellandlovelife.com) and the brand CMC (Caribbean Master Classes). Caribbean master classes highlights creatives and thought leaders from the region along with professional development opportunities. The brand has a growing international subscription and social media base.

Annick is the current Executive Director for the National Trust for the Cayman Islands.

Andre Mena-Hebbert

Andre Mena-Hebbert

Graphic Design Student

Offering: I am an approachable and relatable individual. Even though I am still learning, I can offer a lot of advice for students, because of my many years of experience with being a student and working with students during my employment. I started my education in Computer Science, but then transitioned to the creative field of Graphic Design and Media Production. I also worked in a few media production studios, therefore I have acute knowledge in work ethics and advice towards what employees in my field desire.

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I am currently an undergraduate student at Confetti Institute of Creative Technologies in Nottingham, UK studying to be a Graphic Designer. I have recently completed my Associates of Science in Computer Science degree at the University College of the Cayman Islands in Grand Cayman. My career goal is to be a well-known graphic designer in my community.

I chose this area as there is no boundaries as to what one can create. It’s where one can freely convey messages through visuals and art as this field plays a very crucial part of the marketing world. I feel that being able to express how I view the world through art is something very intriguing as everywhere I go, I am able to view logos and advertisements through a designers’ perspective and to understand how and why it came to be.

Matthew McTaggart

Software R&D

Offering: Assistance in electrical engineering, computer science, applied maths, civil engineering… anything technical.

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Software R&D for image guided navigation, biopsy and treatment of lung cancer.

David Ramsaran

Law

Offering: Advice on entering the legal profession in particular steps to take at university and post-graduation.

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I am an associate working in the litigation department at Mourant in the Cayman Islands. I have lived and studied in the UK and moved back to the Cayman Islands in August 2019.

I was previously involved with CCUK when I was studying law at Oxford Brookes University and assisted as a student ambassador while I was studying for my LPC at the University of Law in London.

Asaph Scott

Investment Analyst

Offering: Mathematics and Financial Services advice.

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I am a young Caymanian currently working in the Financial Services industry, and have worked in this capacity for the past 4.5 years. My tenure, in the financial services industry, comprises working at the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (for almost 4 years) and Five Continents Financial Limited (a little over 6 months), as a Senior Analyst I and Investment Analyst, respectively.

Prior to starting my career in the Cayman Islands, I studied in the UK from 2012 – 2017, where I attended the University of Southampton and obtained a Bachelor’s of Science in Mathematics with Actuarial Science (2015) and a Post-graduate Diploma in Statistics at UCL (2016).

Sabrina Wong

Sabrina Wong

Senior Representative-Fund/Client Associate

Offering: Coaching – provide constant feedback, share advice and give insight. Support System- provide support and motivation when mentee face setbacks. And provide worlds of encouragement no matter the circumstances. Foster a positive mentor/mentee relationship. Resource – Provide direction for relevant resources to encourage mentee’s growth and development

 

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Experienced in Management Analyst with a demonstrated history of working in the finance industry. Skilled in Negotiation, Algo, Reconciliation, Fund Accounting, Administration, Management, and Trading. Strong finance professional with a Bachelor of Science – BS focused in Finance from University College of the Cayman Islands. RBS 2018 Women Leadership Cohort – interviewed and selected from over 500 applicants. Team won overall for the North. Girl Guides Leader – Brownies and District Secretary 2018- Present Currently pursuing a MSc Law with the University of Law.

Stephen Watler

Stephen Watler

Partner - Investment Funds at Maples Group

Offering: Mentorship for students pursuing a legal education in the UK/Cayman.

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Stephen is a partner of Maples and Calder’s Funds & Investment Management team in the Maples Group’s Cayman Islands office. He has worked in various jurisdictions for the Maples Group (in London, Hong Kong and currently the Cayman Islands) and served a secondment with White & Case LLP (in London). He is a member of the Cayman Islands Legal Practitioners Association and the Law Society of England and Wales. He is also a past President of the Caymanian Bar Association and served on the Board of Governors of the University College of the Cayman Islands.