The Insurance Association of the British Virgin Islands (IABVI) has announced the appointment of its new Executive Board, following a meeting held on November 3, 2026. Photo: IABVI

Outgoing President of the Insurance Association of the BVI, Simon Cross of Hyperion. Photo: Internet Source

The newly appointed Executive Board brings together a team of dedicated professionals representing various insurance companies and intermediaries across the Territory.

According to the IABVI in a press release on November 10, 2026, the Board will provide leadership and strategic direction for the Association, while advancing its mission to strengthen the insurance industry, promote professionalism, and enhance public awareness of the importance of insurance throughout the Virgin Islands.

New Executive Board

The newly appointed Executive Board comprises the following members:

Lynette Ramoutar (CG Insurance) – President
Camillus Michel (Caribbean Insurers Ltd) – Vice President
Maria Vieira (Premier Insurance Ltd) – Secretary
Denisher Gayle (Insurance Company of the WI) – Treasurer
Elizabeth Peters (Mutual Insurance (BVI) Agency Ltd) – Public Relations Officer
Desiree Creque (Premier Financial Consultants Ltd) – Education and Training Officer

Simon Cross highlights achievements as IABVI President

Outgoing President, Simon Cross of Hyperion, highlighted several areas in which the IABVI provided valuable representation to the RVIPF, particularly in regard to their proposal affecting police attendance at motor vehicle accidents. He also outlined the Association's efforts to work with the BVI RCA Surveyors to enhance appraisal reports by incorporating GPS coordinates and elevation-above-sea-level data, thereby providing underwriters with relevant information for assessing hurricane-related property risks.

Additionally, the IABVI participated in several hurricane preparedness initiatives and events in partnership with the Government of the Virgin Islands and the Department of Disaster Management (DDM).

Going forward, the Association said it looks forward to the leadership, expertise, and collective contributions of the new Executive Board as it continues to represent the interests of the insurance industry and foster collaboration among its members.

Among its priorities, the Association will seek to strengthen industry partnerships, promote insurance education and awareness, encourage professional development, and engage stakeholders on matters affecting the insurance sector.

What is the IABVI

The Insurance Association of the British Virgin Islands serves as a platform for collaboration among insurance industry professionals and organisations in the Territory. The Association seeks to promote industry standards, encourage education and training, and increase public understanding of insurance and its role in protecting individuals, families, businesses, and the wider community.