Speakers

LARRY MCDONALD is the author of two bestselling books: “A Colossal Failure of Common Sense,” published in 2009, and “How to Listen When Markets Speak,” published in March 2024. He shares insightful perspectives on contemporary political and economic issues, covering a wide range of topics such as the U.S. Debt, the new Cold War, and China’s Economic challenges. He enriches his discussions with actionable risk indicators, valuable risk management lessons, and a touch of humor.

As the founder of the Bear Traps Report, he offers a unique perspective on global financial markets, combining macroeconomic insights with actionable trade ideas. McDonald’s renowned 21 Lehman systemic risk indicators have become a cornerstone for investors navigating volatile markets. Beyond his written analysis, Larry delivers electrifying speeches worldwide, captivating audiences with his deep understanding of economic complexities and his ability to foresee market trends. His speeches are not just informative but also empowering, providing audiences with invaluable insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.

Douglas (Doug) Moodie has been CEO of Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation since April 1, 2017. Previously, he was a senior solicitor with the NS Department of Justice, advising Finance and Treasury Board on public sector pensions. He played a key role in restructuring the PSSP and creating NS Pension. A former partner at a national law firm in Toronto, Doug holds LL.B. and LL.M. degrees and is a member of both the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society and the Law Society of Ontario.

Derek is a Partner and senior actuary in the international practice of the Canadian firm TELUS Health. TELUS Health leverages the power of technology and passion of its team members to support the mental, physical and financial health of organizations and individuals around the globe.

With over 30 years’ experience in social security and pensions across the Caribbean Derek provides a wide range of policy, actuarial and operational advice to national insurance funds, governments, and employers with pension plans. Derek served as actuary at the Bahamas National Insurance Board for 18 years and today, most of his pension plan clients in The Bahamas are statutory bodies with defined benefit pension plans.

Derek holds a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, with a major in actuarial science and a minor in economics, from the University of Waterloo, Canada. He is a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries and a past president of the Caribbean Actuarial Association.

Contact Details:

TELUS Health
Nassau, Bahamas
C: 242.424.7942
derek.osborne@telushealth.com

Mike Maura Jr has been involved in the Bahamas maritime space for over 25 years, having started his career with Tropical Shipping in Nassau. In 2010 he left Tropical to lead the development of the Nassau Container Port where he presently serves as Chairman. In 2019 he joined Global Ports Holding as the Nassau Cruise Port CEO & Director and Regional Director of the Americas. He is a past Chairman of the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and serves on various corporate boards in the Bahamas and Americas.

Pamela Ferguson joined CFAL in November 1998, and has assumed numerous roles in the investment department culminating in her current position as Vice President of Investments. In this capacity, she oversees the company’s investment management functions including discretionary portfolio management, CFAL’s mutual funds and portfolio analysis. The Investments division provides securities settlements, local and international securities execution and trading, securities research, portfolio management and prime brokerage services. Mrs. Ferguson also serves as a member of CFAL’s Investment Committee, which is comprised of a team of investment professionals responsible for making key investment strategy and policy decisions.

Mrs. Ferguson began her career in the financial services industry at a leading offshore bank, where she garnered the fundamentals in securities administration and execution. Following her stint at the bank, Mrs. Ferguson moved to CFAL where she has been since. Mrs. Ferguson earned her Associates Degree in Business Administration at the College of the Bahamas (currently the University of The Bahamas) and a Bachelor of Business Administration, with Honours, and a concentration in finance, from Acadia University, Nova Scotia, Canada in June 1996. She earned her Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation in 2006. In July 2010, Mrs. Ferguson also participated in an Executive Education course titled Investment Management Workshop at Harvard University and in conjunction with the CFA Institute. Her professional affiliations include memberships in the CFA Society The Bahamas and the CFA Institute. 

Lashell P. White, CFA joined CFAL in October 2018 as an Investment Manager. As a member of the CFAL Investments team, Lashell oversees the management of discretionary and advisory portfolios. In her role, Lashell reviews clients’ stated investment profiles and constructs and manages suitable investment portfolios that will meet their short and long-term goals and objectives. She also serves as a member of CFAL’s Investment Committee.

Lashell has over 14 years of experience in the financial services industry and holds a BBA in Economics and Finance from the University of the Bahamas. She received her Chartered Financial Analyst designation in 2009 and has previously served on the board of the CFA Society of The Bahamas of which she remains an active member.

Angelo Butler has more than ten years of experience in the financial sector. He graduated from the former College of The Bahamas in 2014 with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance and received the CFA Society of The Bahamas award for outstanding academic achievement in Finance. He further graduated from Beijing Normal University in Beijing, China, with a Master of Business Administration degree in International Business Economics in 2015. After completing the MBA, he successfully completed all three levels of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) program and received his designation in 2019. Angelo currently works as the Manager, Corporate Advisory Services at CFAL, overseeing research and corporate finance. He also serves as the President of the CFA Society of The Bahamas.

A Fellow of the Society of Actuaries since 2001, Mr. Bosland graduated with distinction from the University of Waterloo (Ontario) with a joint honours degree in Actuarial Science/Economics. Mr. Bosland also holds a Masters of Business Administration from Edinburgh Business School. Prior to joining Colina, he was the Assistant Vice President in the Actuarial department of a Caribbean-based Insurer. Mr. Bosland currently serves on the Board of the National Health Insurance Authority and is the Chair of The Bahamas Insurance Association’s National Health Insurance Committee.

Dr. Paul Shridath Ramphal, a renowned surgeon with decades of international experience. Having pursued his education and training across Canada, the Caribbean, and the UK, Dr. Ramphal brings an unparalleled depth of knowledge in cardiothoracic surgery. With a strong foundation in biochemistry and a passion for medical innovation, Dr. Ramphal has dedicated his career to advancing the treatment of heart and vascular diseases.