Join us for this two-day hybrid course.
Dates: 12-13 September
Location: Grand Cayman Marriott Resort and online
Cost:
Day 1: $175 CIIPA member / $200 non-member
Day 2: $200 CIIPA member / $250 non-member
Both days: $325 CIIPA member / $400 non-member
CPD: 5
Day 1
Thursday, 12 Sept. | 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Grand Cayman Marriott Resort
CPD: 4
Cayman Islands Economic Update: We are pleased to have Deputy Governor, the Hon. Franz Manderson, Cert Hon, JP provide an update on the Cayman Islands economy and business environment.
US Economic & Investment Outlook: Consumer economist and on-island investment professional Dr. Amy Hubble will recap the primary data drivers for monetary and fiscal policy within the US, highlighting the current investment landscape, expectations for future Fed rate policy, and economic considerations leading up to the 2024 Presidential election.
Cayman Islands Fintech Update presented by Aaron Unterman, IMS: This session will provide an update on market and regulatory developments in the Fintech space with a focus on popular business models in the Cayman Islands including regulated virtual asset service providers, fintech funds and foundation companies.
The session will include analysis of key regulatory developments over the past year including the proposed amendments to the VASP Act, the new rules and guidance on corporate governance and internal controls and changes to the beneficial ownership reporting regime.
Think On Your Feet, presented by Xenia Sotiriou, Olive Consulting: Good communication is fundamental to business success, and research shows that 95% of workplace communication is informal and impromptu. A key component to business is relationships, whether it is internally between stakeholders, managers, and employees, or externally with clients and customers.
As such, professionals need to ensure their messaging is correct and need to get their points across with clarity, brevity, and impact.
Participants will learn:
- Structuring ideas simply and persuasively
- Handling impromptu questions quickly and clearly
- Simplifying complex ideas
A light lunch will be served
Day 2
Friday, 13 Sept. | 2 - 3 p.m.
Online
CPD: 1
Regional Economic Update with Marla Dukharan: Recognised as a top economist and advisor on the Caribbean, Marla regularly advises private sector executives and multinationals to support their strategic decisions in the region.
She will present an in-depth update focused on regional economic shifts and the Cayman Islands' position within this context, explaining how Cayman competes regionally, the macroeconomic factors impacting the economy, and the influence of international developments such as the US election and the UN tax convention, among other current global trends.
This online session will conclude with Q & A.
Additional Event Information:
Food & Beverage: Lunch will be provided on day 1.
Pictures: By attending this event, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed and give permission to use your likeness in promotional and/or marketing materials.
Cancellation Policy: Registrants may cancel without penalty if your cancellation is received 10 full business days prior to the event. Due to financial obligations incurred by CIIPA, no refunds or credits will be issued on cancellation requests received less than 10 full business days prior to the event.