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UPDATE: Joy Francis named new CEO of NBVI

- Today April 22, 2013 is her first day on the job
Ms Joy Francis has been appointed to the post of Chief Executive Officer of the National Bank of the Virgin Islands. Today is her first day on the job. Photo: Hezikiah Maddox/Facebook
Head of Credit of the National Bank of the Virgin Islands Lloyd K. Black (right, Photo: Gov.gy) is no longer at the bank. The reason remains unclear. Chairman of the National Bank Board Clarence M. Faulkner Jr. said he had no comments. Photo: Vino/File
Head of Credit of the National Bank of the Virgin Islands Lloyd K. Black (right, Photo: Gov.gy) is no longer at the bank. The reason remains unclear. Chairman of the National Bank Board Clarence M. Faulkner Jr. said he had no comments. Photo: Vino/File
It was reported that an emergency meeting was called on March 7, 2013 by Government and the pending situation at NBVI was part of the discussions. However, Ministers were tight lipped about the conclusions of the discussions. Photo: VINO/File
It was reported that an emergency meeting was called on March 7, 2013 by Government and the pending situation at NBVI was part of the discussions. However, Ministers were tight lipped about the conclusions of the discussions. Photo: VINO/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Just as was first and accurately reported by Virgin Islands News Online last month, we can confirm that Ms Joy Francis has been appointed to the post of Chief Executive Officer of the National Bank of the Virgin Islands.

This came after the approval of the Financial Services Commission some weeks ago and a vote by the Bank's Board of Directors to confirm her to the post.

Her full package is unknown at this time. Ms Francis is a former Banco Popular Vice President.

The National Bank of the Virgin Islands has gone through some staffing issues with the removal of former Education and Culture Minister under the National Democratic Party Administration and Eighth District Representative Lloyd K. Black. Mr Black was the Head of Credit, however it’s unclear when or if he will return to the bank.

Both Financial Secretary, Mr Neil M. Smith and Chairman of the National Bank Board, Mr Clarence M. Faulkner Jr. declined to comment when contacted. Ms Francis was said to be out at the time Virgin Islands News Online attempted to make contact with her at her new work place.

See previous story posted on March 8, 2013

UPDATE: National Bank of the VI: Who is In! & who is Out?!

- officials tight lipped on staffing situation

This news site can confirm that there are some pending shake ups at the National Bank of the Virgin Islands (NBVI).

Word reaching us from sources close to the situation is that the future of Head of Credit and former National Democratic Party (NDP) Minister for Education and Culture and Eighth District Representative Lloyd K. Black is up in the air and under discussion.

However, when Virgin Islands News Online made a call to the bank with a request to speak to Mr Black, we were told that “he is no longer at the bank”.

It is reported that an emergency meeting was called yesterday March 7, 2013 by Government and the pending bank situation was part of the discussions. However, Ministers are tight lipped about the conclusions of the discussions.  

Chairman of the National Bank Board, Clarence M. Faulkner Jr., when reached by this news site, said he had no comments.

Financial Secretary, Neil M. Smith also said he had no comments and Permanent Secretary in the Premier’s Office, Rosalie Adams was unavailable as of press time. Mr Black was also not reached.

Still no new bank manager

While there is still no new Managing Director named after former Manager Doris Smith-Scatliffe was forced out last year, there are many names floating around including that of Banco Popular Vice President, Joy Francis.

When contacted by this news site on the possibility of her taken up the new post, Ms Francis said she had no comments.

Virgin Islands News Online is working on more details for this story and will update as they become available.

108 Responses to “UPDATE: Joy Francis named new CEO of NBVI”

  • ann (08/03/2013, 13:04) Like (29) Dislike (43) Reply
    More NDP corruption
  • so so (08/03/2013, 13:08) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    Well given the circumstances involved, it would seem the the board had little or no choice
    • bay yute (08/03/2013, 13:33) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
      Swift action in correcting a wrong....but if you catch one rat there is more
    • fax (08/03/2013, 17:00) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
      what circumstances? did he give da man up east too much credit or tis deh wong ting that turn out to be a wrong ting?
      • Mother earth (09/03/2013, 07:00) Like (12) Dislike (14) Reply
        This is political suicide at its best for the NDP.
        • GoonSquad (22/04/2013, 18:19) Like (3) Dislike (7) Reply
          Allu just shut up!! Why every decision had to be politics? The girl is well qualified to hold the position suck of Allu always pulling down your own. Set of wipers. Guess Allu would have been smiling if they had bring in a white expat
  • dead man (08/03/2013, 13:10) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
    Now thats how it supposed to be done...swift Justice...!
  • foxy (08/03/2013, 13:21) Like (9) Dislike (9) Reply
    Take note all you other ndps with your own selfish agendas....
  • ................ (08/03/2013, 13:22) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
    There are more to come!
  • talk girl talk (08/03/2013, 13:23) Like (19) Dislike (27) Reply
    A government built on seduction and deception will not stand. I am still stating that anyone who aligns himself of herself with the NDP will be the scape goat and carry the curse. Look at the continuing events closely.
  • open wide (08/03/2013, 13:25) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    NEVER A DULL MOMENT
    • Release (08/03/2013, 19:29) Like (7) Dislike (14) Reply
      lord have mercy another one term NDP government..buddy me can't wait to vote
      • Debbie (11/03/2013, 21:43) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
        assuming the country last that long, at the rate we're going, it's difficult to say at this point

  • Hmm (08/03/2013, 13:27) Like (38) Dislike (30) Reply
    Rememebr she is also the Representative for the 8th district mistress, go figure!
    • One of (08/03/2013, 16:52) Like (9) Dislike (4) Reply
      One of just saying....
    • Well Sah (09/03/2013, 19:56) Like (13) Dislike (7) Reply

      So the NDP offering Rep. of the 8th District woman Ms Francis the job at the salary of $200,000. No wonder we cant get any decent interest from this bank. This whole situation sounds fishy to me. In these hard economic times, that is way too much money to be paying these people.

  • Janet Williams (08/03/2013, 13:37) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    Shakespeare says it....... Oh so well:

    "Good name in man and woman, dear my lord,
    Is the immediate jewel of their souls.
    Who steals my purse steals trash; 'tis something, nothing;
    'Twas mine, 'tis his, and has been slave to thousands;
    But he that filches from me my good name
    Robs me of that which not enriches him,
    And makes me poor indeed."
    • school girl (09/03/2013, 07:35) Like (10) Dislike (3) Reply
      It seems more clear each day that the only solution is for the UK to step in and suspend the constitution!

      As much as i dislike this solution, it seems much better than continuing as we are.

      Too much questionable and apparently corrupt and funny business tings going on here now...for too long.

  • fish (08/03/2013, 14:21) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    Hope me lil two cents on dey bank is safe boss
    • high hope (08/03/2013, 16:07) Like (3) Dislike (4) Reply
      Mr. Black what you do now that you not at the bank..you the only man help me with a loan
  • ooooo (08/03/2013, 15:14) Like (4) Dislike (9) Reply
    we found out another incompetent ndp crony
  • Meeehhnn! (08/03/2013, 15:34) Like (5) Dislike (2) Reply
    Hope my munny safe, i gah a secun family dung santo to provide fah
  • Interested...... (08/03/2013, 16:36) Like (2) Dislike (3) Reply
    This was to happen ever since the put a junior staff to approve loans and he using his position as bed covers...
  • Ning (08/03/2013, 16:58) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    is this to do with the issue with Mr. Wong's deal? I wonder?
    • mother hen (08/03/2013, 18:10) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      There is a time and place for everything
    • @Ning (08/03/2013, 18:28) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
      More thank Mr. Wong's deal.....Investigate and they will see how many deals.........will come tumbling in them face...............
  • x rat (08/03/2013, 17:02) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    WELL SAW LOOK TROUBLE
  • Hmmnn (08/03/2013, 18:25) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    God don't like ugly!
    • TO: Hmmnn (08/03/2013, 20:12) Like (7) Dislike (14) Reply
      We don't know the full story yet we making negative comments as if OUR lives are top notch, without wrinkle or blemish
  • critic (08/03/2013, 22:23) Like (6) Dislike (2) Reply
    The truth will come out in time for elections
  • . (08/03/2013, 22:26) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Lets hope it wasn''t one of those ponzi scheme
  • . (08/03/2013, 23:35) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    Even a good man can be led astray by bad company or love of ambition.
  • ooooo (08/03/2013, 23:35) Like (1) Dislike (4) Reply
    where are the ndp bloggers now?
  • DarkVader (09/03/2013, 00:28) Like (15) Dislike (5) Reply
    The bank has a board who makes decisions. Why all the negative talk about NDP? The board is the one making the decisions here, not the ministers in government.
  • UK student (09/03/2013, 07:02) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    I'm watching from afar
  • wise-up (09/03/2013, 07:09) Like (2) Dislike (6) Reply
    we voted the N.D.P in power; now take that !!!!!!
  • big bird (09/03/2013, 07:17) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    Well well, things have become so exciting we haven't heard a word about the port peir fiasco in a whole month even with all teh meetings this week
  • . (09/03/2013, 09:51) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    Yo dont put rat to mine cheese
    • power (09/03/2013, 10:13) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
      Black gone from teh bank??? Something definitely isn't adding up....
  • NDP Suicide (09/03/2013, 12:28) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    Something coming out just now Black like he playing two sides man an ndp killing themselves and should check how they doing people business. The voters will be the judge firing and hiring of cronies will be short lived.
  • cancer (09/03/2013, 19:47) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the one.


  • Qualified Virgin Islander (09/03/2013, 21:38) Like (29) Dislike (22) Reply
    If Ms Francis is qualified in her own right, it is unfortunate that her name is being tarnished in this affair. As a Virgin Islander who has worked hard and who is quite intelligent, she is entitled to apply for a post in her native land for which she shows much aptitude. Just think, were there negative comments as to her competence when she was appointed Vice-President of the foreign bank? We are our own worst enemy!

    Ms Francis, I wish you well and much success!
  • Hmm (10/03/2013, 13:01) Like (4) Dislike (2) Reply
    Ms. Francis have right to apply is one of us so apply. she one of the district 8 rep women the baby momma so due is questionable by public. Our is plage with ndp cronies n nipple sucking Ms Francis have you rights but can mess up career. Govt jobs sounds sweet but shady.
    • @ Hmm (10/03/2013, 14:34) Like (10) Dislike (12) Reply
      i just sat here and read all the comments and only saw one against Ms. francis. Stop mek up ting and trying to say what you have in mind about the good lady.

      She is one of us and we done know its pol-tricks but at least she born here. We cannot say that for Dr. Potter and Stephen who Myron pushing
    • ABC (10/03/2013, 19:14) Like (19) Dislike (0) Reply
      The Premier and FSC have stated that it is their wish to up grade the Bank. Well, in my opinion, a lady with Five years experience is unlikely to satisfy that objective. Again politics has a way of showing its ugly head when you least expect it.
  • Banko Curruption (10/03/2013, 13:28) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    We live in a society where bviskanders do not respect themselves whether it giving themselves to their superior for promotion or doing favours as a trend. We go back to the grave with nothing. I pray for our Premier and all in the name of Jesus.
  • Interesting (10/03/2013, 15:21) Like (4) Dislike (14) Reply
    People come on here with all sorts of comments but the biggest injustice to this bank was done VIP supporters under a VIP government. It was clearly blinded by nepotism. iI suggest you go clean that up before you bring on the UK. When they begin to clean house you all will be shocked to see wfich mess is red and which is green.
    • paper boy (10/03/2013, 20:51) Like (3) Dislike (4) Reply
      The NDP bloggers CONTINUES to be OBSESSED with VIP who will be back after the next elections...LORD HAVE MERCY !
      • chad (22/04/2013, 15:51) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
        I think as a young person we need a whole different GV'T to start fresh and leave the old to see what others can do but then again every GV'T is about monies for themselves first the the country last please i goin dont think i will vote again
      • Puhleez (22/04/2013, 15:56) Like (1) Dislike (3) Reply
        Strupeesss@ paper boy. 98% of the comments are from vip supportes who talking about the currupt ndp, so far i see two comments about ndp in the positive, so what exactly r u stating ur comment about, the 1 person above u who is clearly supportive of ndp? I am neither vip, ndp, ppp, abc, or 123 cause each gov't has their own flaws and strengths, each have curruption, each has nepotism, etc, u cannot honestlynsay that vip or ndp is 100% or 95% flawless, bec. Its not true. Only Jesus' kingdom can bring unity and for all i know some people so bad minded they will find fault with that too. Sigh.....
    • Amen (22/04/2013, 19:02) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
      Amen again. They ave no clue these blind VIP beggars. Amen
  • next elections (11/03/2013, 10:36) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    No more messing around with the bank till there's a new government!!

  • next (14/03/2013, 09:55) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    he's the first, more to come.

  • links (22/04/2013, 14:54) Like (11) Dislike (18) Reply
    A qualified BVIslander got the big job. She was approved by FSC and Board of NBVI. But you will still see and hear idiots finding some reason why she shouldn't have gotten the job. Let the games begin. Congrats Joy, I wish you all the best!!
  • Congrats! (22/04/2013, 15:07) Like (15) Dislike (14) Reply
    Congratulations, Ms. Francis! I wish you well in your new role. My advice to you is that you should not let politics influence your decisions or let people belittle your achievements because of your relative youth. You have earned your stripes, and you should therefore wear them with dignity and integrity! God's continued blessings!
  • ooooo (22/04/2013, 15:09) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    WOW!!! thats all i have to say on this
    • links (22/04/2013, 16:29) Like (1) Dislike (3) Reply

      Wow your anti a... I thought you wanted young locals to be given opportunities? LMFAOOOOOOOOOOOO hahahahahhaha!! ignorance and jealousy.

  • Whew Hew (22/04/2013, 15:10) Like (3) Dislike (4) Reply
    Go Joy! I am so very proud of you!
  • . (22/04/2013, 15:12) Like (37) Dislike (2) Reply
    Fraser's wife coundn't work in the treasury but marlon's wife could work in the government bank? Only in tortola
    • circle (22/04/2013, 16:20) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
      leave them man the world is a circle..i guess with she 200 g dem could fisnih the big house
  • leroy (22/04/2013, 15:14) Like (2) Dislike (3) Reply
    Congratulations Ms. Francis. We know you will do your best. The nay sayers will always be negative.
  • LOVELY LADY (22/04/2013, 15:47) Like (7) Dislike (23) Reply
    CONGRATS AGAIN JOY!! YOU ARE A FINE AND INTELLIGENT YOUNG LADY WITH HIGH ASPIRATIONS. KEEP YOUR HEAD UP HIGH AND KEEP TRUSTING IN GOD AND HE SURELY WILL SEE YOU THROUGH. YOU ARE TRULY A STAR AND AN INSPIRATION TO MANY. I'M CONFIDENT THAT YOU WILL DO AN EXCELLENT JOB AS ALWAYS!!.
    • banco (22/04/2013, 21:34) Like (11) Dislike (22) Reply
      ha! ha! ha! I'm at work right now and if you see how many happy faces. ha! ha! cya help it. ah have to laugh...you all will learn about joy
      • BANCO II (23/04/2013, 11:07) Like (1) Dislike (14) Reply
        Did she write you up? or she was choosen to be VP of Banco at such a short time at the bank? A position you was eyeing for years? Joy is covered and the work she produce speaks for itself....
      • Banco 3 (23/04/2013, 15:16) Like (0) Dislike (5) Reply
        We know about you you just jealous, with you long mouth self. Shame you shame she get a better job than you, they going to forever step over you and bring in people, Cause your mind dirty, and remember you laughing outside but inside you crying to see you try to bring her down but you aint suceed. That should hold you.
  • Vance (22/04/2013, 16:30) Like (3) Dislike (20) Reply

    to the idiot comparing this to the treasury position, treasury is controlled by Government it's central government so of course it's a conflict for a Cabinet member and his wife to have those posts. Marlon is a back bencher and the Government does not run the bank. The bank has CEO, MD etc. PLUS A BOARD that deals with its operations. They are regulated by FSC. go dig a hole yuh punk!

  • Fan (22/04/2013, 16:48) Like (8) Dislike (8) Reply
    Congrats!! to Ms. Francis. She taught me at HLSCC and she wasn't fumbling for words to teach that class. I'm confident she is capable and will do an excellent job in that position. You have my support Joy. Kudos!
  • God Bless You (22/04/2013, 17:43) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    Ms. Francis, God bless you as you take up your new post.
  • Congrats Joy (22/04/2013, 19:15) Like (25) Dislike (9) Reply
    This blog just goes to show V Islanders are their owm worst enemy- they hate their own with a vengeance- VIP supporters done forget Bi Water and all the foolishness between 2007-2011- STUPES!
  • MMM-Good (22/04/2013, 20:05) Like (2) Dislike (14) Reply
    Joy,

    You are so fine.
  • zzzzzzzzz (22/04/2013, 21:19) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    the saga continues...
  • Prettygirl (22/04/2013, 22:27) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    You go sis ... Don't let the negative people keep u down
  • wise-up (23/04/2013, 07:26) Like (1) Dislike (2) Reply
    what a beautiful woman; i have never conducted business with the VI Bank BUT i will now do so.....
  • wise-up (23/04/2013, 07:51) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    question to VINO; where is Mr Black ????? Has he parted ways with NDP????? will he run for office again ?????
  • haters (23/04/2013, 10:03) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
    Too many haters on this blog- it gon come back to haunt all a ya
  • cbs (23/04/2013, 12:18) Like (21) Dislike (0) Reply
    This lady's appointment to the position is unquestionably unjust but to offer a salary in excess of $200,000 is robbery with a warrant. Every four years a million? FSC and Dr. Smith should be locked up.
    • confused (23/04/2013, 15:27) Like (9) Dislike (10) Reply
      why is the appointment unjust? By all accounts she is qualified, she was a VP at Banco for seven years and has the requissite educational background. Where is the injustice? I am confused
    • wise-up (23/04/2013, 19:15) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply

      If this woman was the colour of “carnation milk” with 2-green eye she should would have gotten a bigger salary along house, car , cell phone and entertainment allowances and most of this community would have nothing much to say, BUT she is bl@ck; and in the eyes of some member of this society ni....ger people do not know what to do with money;;;;only “Mr & Mrs Whi\1te” should earn big wages here in BVI while poor bl@ckie must work for crumbs

    • Verdict (24/04/2013, 01:56) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      This discourse is one that we expect form our the Chairman..where is he?
  • ........ (23/04/2013, 14:06) Like (20) Dislike (0) Reply
    $200,000? Are you all sure? Wow. No wonder they have no money to loan people for true.
  • mp (23/04/2013, 16:18) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    All the best Joy. Good Luck in your new role. Proud of you
  • KRUSHA (23/04/2013, 20:50) Like (2) Dislike (4) Reply
    thats my friend rite there,so proud of her...hard work pays off
  • vip (23/04/2013, 22:44) Like (21) Dislike (0) Reply
    A man and his wife (both NDPs) $200,000 each? Well my god
    • cbs (24/04/2013, 10:33) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply

      The man and his wife? hmm. The man is now making $300,000 in salary and consultancy and she is making $200,000 PLUS. Every two years they are making a $1,000,000. Olando and Robert need a good cut @SZZ

      • Just Incredible! (24/04/2013, 18:43) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
        You people are truly incredible! Where are you people coming from with your callous and malicious rhetoric, trying to drag in the mud the names of two young, educated and talented “Indigenous” Virgin Islanders? First of all… if they were being paid what is being suggested (Which I know for a fact they’re not) what is the problem…!? especially if they are being paid at market rates? It is ok, for Non Nationals to come to the Virgin Islanders and get paid for their ability, but locals should give their talent and ability away for free?

        What do you people really want! You complain when outside consultants come in and get paid. You cry “Oh a Virgin Islander should have gotten that Job…” When a Virgin Islander gets the job; oh “why they paying them so much money…” What is really the problem with you people! Virgin Islanders are there worst enemy, if it was left to some of you people, this country would implode and sink. It sickens me to see the way you people speak about each other.

        But God is good! So the selfishness, jealousy and malicious and destructive intent of a few…, will not prevail. And the Virgin Islands will continue to grow from strength to strength. May God forever bless the Virgin Islands.
      • wise-up (25/04/2013, 18:44) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
        to cbs; you cant blame them, our leaders are the one that is giving away money-who refuses money !!!!!...who to blame??? OUR leaders
    • links (24/04/2013, 10:49) Like (5) Dislike (5) Reply
      Correction: BOTH BVISLANDERS!!!! Smoke that!
  • RW (24/04/2013, 19:30) Like (3) Dislike (2) Reply
    Joy, ignore the negativity.. UR an awesome person, qualified and well deserving of the position... Stay focus Good Luck!!

    RW


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