The Team

Director

Robert Davis, B.Sc., EMBA

Robert Davis graduated from the University of the West Indies in 1985 with a  degree in Applied Physics, specializing in Electronics, and has received extensive overseas training in Field Engineering, Computer Security, Networking and Telecommunications. In July 2017 he completed his Commonwealth Executive Masters in Business Administration from the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean, graduating with the highest class GPA of 3.81 out of 4. Robert has worked in the Information Technology industry for over tthirty years with over twenty of those years at a Senior Executive or Managing Director level, with a proven track record of technical and business innovation.

Robert started his career as a Field Engineer, and within three years was promoted to Management.  He has worked as an Engineering Manager for Island Microsystems Limited, WTG-Aptec and as the Regional Telecommunications Manager for University of the West Indies. He was then seconded as a CDB Technology Consultant in Trinidad where he was instrumental in design, evaluation and execution of the upgrading of the University’s analog Distance Education Network to the Caribbean’s largest fully digital voice, data and graphics Teleconference network linking twenty-six Teleconference Rooms in sixteen Countries.

Robert has held the positions of Deputy General Manager and then General Manager of MC Systems Limited and also Executive Vice-President/Director with the TSL Group of Companies based in Trinidad.

In September 2009, Robert took up the position as a Shareholder and Managing Director of Manley Davis Manley Limited, which develops and provides patent pending software solutions for large Financial Institutions.

Robert’s hobbies are music, scuba diving and photography – and is the author of two bestselling books; “Jamaica by Air” and “Trinidad and Tobago by Air”. He lists his greatest accomplishment as being the proud father of his beautiful daughter.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Martine Fontaine, B.A.

International Business Development

Mr. Satish Iyer joined the team of Fraser Fontaine & Kong Ltd. in June 2015 in the capacity of Vice President, Marketing and International Business Development – Employee Benefits and since then has continuously found ways to improve the Employee Benefits Portfolio   .He gained a wealth of experience in management in India over 17 years, specifically focusing on the field of insurance since 2004. He is a dynamic and highly driven individual who sets very high standards for himself and the teams that report directly to him. He has a passion to differentiate with innovation and service which he feels are a winning combination and one which is completely aligned to the organization’s vision and mission.

Beverley began her insurance broking career at Crawford Insurance Brokers Ltd. and has accumulated over 28 years in the business. She has held Executive Management positions and has also served at Board level. Over her career, Beverley has garnered tremendous experience in managing risk transfers for businesses in the Industrial, Telecommunications, Tourism, Manufacturing, Banking, Retail and Distribution Sectors. Beverley has tremendous knowledge of the overseas market and has attended training programs at Lloyd’s of London. Beverley holds Diplomas in Insurance and Marketing, a Bachelor of Science in Management from Nova South Eastern University and a Master in Business Administration from the University of the West Indies. She joined Fraser Fontaine & Kong February 2014, as Vice President- Broking Services.

Millicent has received wide training in Business Studies and Management, and is an Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute. She holds the designation of ACII and also Chartered Insurance Practitioner (CIP). She joined Fraser Fontaine & Kong Ltd. in 1988 after her six-year tenure with an Insurance Company. Having spent over 30 years in the Industry, she has developed extensive knowledge and expertise in the specialized and technical areas of Claims Handling for all classes of business, in her interactions with both the Local and International Markets. As the Senior Vice President Claims, she is an avid and excellent negotiator, who brings to the position the level of energy required for the vigorous pursuit of amicable claims settlement to the satisfaction of the clients.

Dale Wanliss insurance experience spans over 35 years, and he has been a broker for  over 33 years. He joined FFK in January 1990 as an Account Executive, and has been instrumental in developing the non-traditional markets such as Aviation Hull & Liability, Events, Marine Hull & Liability and Energy (traditional and renewable). His current responsibilities include Aviation Hull and Aviation Liability, Energy, and Marine (Hull, Liability, Cargo) risks. Dale has extensive experience in placing and handling airside related risks including but not limited to Caribbean airlines. He has been a part time lecturer at the College of Insurance and Professional Studies in Aviation and Marine risks.

Karen joined the team of Fraser Fontaine & Kong Ltd. in 2009  as Senior Account Executive. Her experience gained in the Insurance Industry  spans over 32 years  and  has  honed her skills  both as an Underwriter and as a Broker within this period . She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc.) in Management Studies (Hons.) and Diplomas in Marketing, Supervisory Management and Insurance. Karen is a dynamic and astute insurance professional who is very committed to meeting the clients’ needs.

Suzanne has a highly developed passion for the field of insurance and has dedicated the last thirty years to honing her skills in this area. She is very keen on meeting and surpassing customer needs and expectations and drives the use of information technology in the Customer Service Department to offer a continuously more rapid and improved quality of service to the client. She completed her insurance programme at the College of Insurance and Professional Studies and the A.C.I.I. programme at the Chartered Insurance Institute in London.

Christine Pearce-Cadogan joined the FFK team on April 1, 2015 in the capacity of Broking Services Manager. She is passionate about being the consummate Insurance Broker and developed a combination of skills and knowledge by working over 10 years in insurance broking, and over 10 years on the underwriting side of the business during which time she also honed her reinsurance capabilities. Christine places great value on client relationships and is driven to ensure that the customer receives excellent service from the FFK team.

She is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Insurance of London, is registered by the Financial Services Commission as a Sales Representative and has received various professional certificates related to management and insurance.

Kevin Harris joined the FFK Team in December 2015 as a qualified and dedicated marketing professional with over fifteen (15) years’ experience in the accounting, finance, logistics and insurance industries. Having obtained  a Bachelor’s degree in the areas of Marketing and International Business and a Diploma in  Accounts, he has focused on delivering service at the highest level and ensuring that  clients benefit from the varied  experience that he has acquired.  He has strong communication and negotiating skills, and is able to implement insurance, marketing and financial plans with dexterity.  He expresses that “finding the right solution for the client by creating a balance between cost and benefits is always my ultimate goal”.