Caribbean Executives

Simone K Fergus
Chairman – Caribbean Advisory Committee

As a passionate Forensic Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Internal Control Auditor with over 20 years of comprehensive experience in Administration, Accounting, Auditing, Compliance, and Risk Management, I thrive on fostering team success through a keen eye for detail and exceptional organizational skills. My journey has been characterized by a dedication to continuous learning, particularly in forensic accounting, where I have honed my abilities in investigations and fraud analysis. I excel in various areas, including cybercrime investigations, digital evidence analysis, and procurement fraud, allowing me to tackle complex challenges with confidence.

My technical expertise encompasses advanced tools such as Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, Emortelle, Power Bi and more resently ABECAS Accounting Software, where I have created sophisticated tracking spreadsheets to enhance auditing processes. Strong strategic and analytical skills, paired with effective communication abilities, empower me to present findings in a clear and persuasive manner.

Throughout my career, I have showcased leadership and innovative thinking, ensuring robust internal controls and efficient project management. My unwavering commitment to ethical practices in forensic accounting, combined with my ability to leverage data to combat financial crime, positions me as a valuable asset in the field. I am eager to bring my expertise to a dynamic team and continue making a significant impact in the industry.

Gavin James
Member – Caribbean Advisory Committee

Garvin James is a seasoned finance professional with over 25 years of experience spanning multiple sectors, including education, energy, advertising, and financial services. Currently serving as an Asset Management Officer at a Government Agency, he specializes in data analysis, performance reporting, and strategic recommendations to enhance profitability and reduce risk. Garvin has a proven track record in project monitoring, budgeting, and financial reporting, and has acted in senior leadership roles during his career.

Throughout his career, Garvin has successfully managed complex projects, implemented financial systems, and contributed to organizational excellence through strategic planning and risk management. He holds an MBA from Heriot-Watt University and is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA) and a Chartered Accountant (CA). His professional certifications include Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Forensic Certified Public Accountant (FCPA), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQOE), and ISO Lead Auditor for ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 standards. Garvin’s expertise in financial analysis, compliance, and quality management positions him as a trusted advisor and leader in driving business performance.

Dr. Shaffick Hosein
Member – Caribbean Advisory Committee

Dr. Shaffick Hosein is a distinguished Chartered Accountant, academic, and business leader with over thirty-five years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, and corporate management. He is the Principal of Shaffick Hosein and Company, a chartered accounting firm providing services in auditing, forensic accounting, taxation, financial consulting, insolvency, and corporate advisory.

Dr. Hosein has served in several senior positions, including Chief Accountant and Office Manager at Chesebrough-Pond’s International Limited, Senior Internal Auditor at Trinidad Tesoro Limited, and Head of Business Education and Management at the College of Science, Technology and Applied Arts of Trinidad and Tobago (COSTAATT). He has also lectured at the University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT), the University of the West Indies (UWI) Open Campus, and the Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School of Business.

An accomplished educator and consultant, Dr. Hosein has conducted executive seminars both locally and internationally in areas such as Forensic Accounting and Auditing, Project Accounting, Corporate Governance, Oil and Gas Accounting, Taxation, and Risk Management. He has also authored several books in accounting, taxation, and marketing. Dr. Hosein is the Chairman of the Hosein’s Group of Companies Limited, which operates across sectors including consultancy, information technology, security services, training and development, construction, and e-commerce.

He holds multiple academic and professional qualifications, including a BSc (Hons) in Management from the University of the West Indies, two MBA degrees—one in General Management from the University of King’s College/Canadian School of Management (Toronto) and another in Finance from City University (USA)—and a PhD in Business Administration from Preston University, USA. He also holds an LLM in Corporate and Commercial Law from the University of the West Indies.

Dr. Hosein is a Fellow of the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants (FCCA), a Forensic Certified Public Accountant (FCPA), a Certified Financial Consultant (CFC), and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Trinidad and Tobago (ICATT). He is also affiliated with the Institute of Training and Development (AMITD), the British Institute of Management (MBIM), and the Canadian Institute of Certified Administrative Managers (CAM), among
others.

Recognized for his professional excellence, Dr. Hosein was named Man of the Year in Finance (2008) by the American Biographical Institute. He continues to contribute significantly to the fields of forensic accounting, business education, and corporate consultancy.

Videsh Rambharack
Member – Caribbean Advisory Board

Mr. Rambharack is a Certified Chartered Accountant and is currently the Manager – Cost and Management Accounting at a Public Health Institution in the Public Healthcare Sector in Trinidad and Tobago. Mr. Rambharack has over Twenty (20) Years of Public Sector Accounting knowledge and experience, of which Eleven (11) of those years has been in a Management Capacity.

Mr. Rambharack’s main areas of expertise are in the field of Fixed Asset Management, Inventory Management, Receivables Management, Budgeting, Variance Analysis, Fixed Asset Disposal and Cost Accounting.

Mr. Rambharack is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA), a Forensic Certified Public Accountant (FCPA), he holds a Masters in Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Innovation from the Anglia Ruskin University and is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Trinidad and Tobago (ICATT). Mr Rambharack also has training/certification in Anti Money Laundering and Countering of Terrorist Financing.