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President
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Mr. Henderson Turton is a Chartered Accountant by profession with over 10 years experience in the Audit Field and Financial Services Industry, having served with a ‘Big 4’ International Accounting Firm for 8 years and subsequently moving on to currently serving as the Accountant for an indigenous Financial Services Institution in Barbados. He holds a Bachelor of Sciences Honours Degree from the University of the West Indies [U.W.I.], with a double major in Economics and Accounting. He is a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA - UK); the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Barbados (ICAB); and also a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors [IIA], and its Barbados Chapter.
In his undergraduate years, he was the Founding Treasurer of the Young Economists Association (YEA) at the Cave Hill Campus of the U.W.I.. He served for two years on its Steering Committee and Executive, formulating and instituting developmental programmes for its membership. In 2005, he successfully negotiated external Corporate Sponsorship for the YEA. This was vital in supplementing the funding from the University’s Guild of Undergraduates and ensuring the Young Economists Association had the necessary financial resources required to carry out its mandate.
Mr. Turton is a Gold Level recipient of the International Award for Young People – also known as the Duke of Edinburgh Award. This was presented to him in 2011 in person by His Royal Highness Prince Edward – Earl of Wessex.
Mr. Turton’s involvement in Taekwondo in Barbados dates back to 2001 when he was a member of Williams’ Taekwondo Dojang. In 2009 he joined Challenger Taekwondo Academy and has contributed to Taekwondo as an Athlete; Coach; Tournament Official; Assistant Instructor; and later served this Association quite admirably as Treasurer from 2013 to 2017. As Treasurer for the MNA - Taekwondo Association of Barbados [TAB] he was the Principal Financial Officer and skilfully and professionally managed the financial resources to place the MNA on its current threshold to more visibly re-engage with our Taekwondo Community at the Regional and International levels. This was achieved via prudent and professional financial management, and careful fund-raising and expenditure. He has had formal training with the Barbados Olympic Association [BOA] in Sporting Administration and is also a Certified Coach [BOA].
He has assembled a core of highly skilled, passionate and resourceful individuals from within the Taekwondo community in Barbados. This team will lead our organization and breathe new life into it – reopening the pathways for our clubs, athletes, officials, volunteers and the Sport as a whole to prosper. We look forward to your support as we professionally coordinate, promote and develop Taekwondo as its Governing Body here in Barbados.
In his undergraduate years, he was the Founding Treasurer of the Young Economists Association (YEA) at the Cave Hill Campus of the U.W.I.. He served for two years on its Steering Committee and Executive, formulating and instituting developmental programmes for its membership. In 2005, he successfully negotiated external Corporate Sponsorship for the YEA. This was vital in supplementing the funding from the University’s Guild of Undergraduates and ensuring the Young Economists Association had the necessary financial resources required to carry out its mandate.
Mr. Turton is a Gold Level recipient of the International Award for Young People – also known as the Duke of Edinburgh Award. This was presented to him in 2011 in person by His Royal Highness Prince Edward – Earl of Wessex.
Mr. Turton’s involvement in Taekwondo in Barbados dates back to 2001 when he was a member of Williams’ Taekwondo Dojang. In 2009 he joined Challenger Taekwondo Academy and has contributed to Taekwondo as an Athlete; Coach; Tournament Official; Assistant Instructor; and later served this Association quite admirably as Treasurer from 2013 to 2017. As Treasurer for the MNA - Taekwondo Association of Barbados [TAB] he was the Principal Financial Officer and skilfully and professionally managed the financial resources to place the MNA on its current threshold to more visibly re-engage with our Taekwondo Community at the Regional and International levels. This was achieved via prudent and professional financial management, and careful fund-raising and expenditure. He has had formal training with the Barbados Olympic Association [BOA] in Sporting Administration and is also a Certified Coach [BOA].
He has assembled a core of highly skilled, passionate and resourceful individuals from within the Taekwondo community in Barbados. This team will lead our organization and breathe new life into it – reopening the pathways for our clubs, athletes, officials, volunteers and the Sport as a whole to prosper. We look forward to your support as we professionally coordinate, promote and develop Taekwondo as its Governing Body here in Barbados.
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Vice President
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At present, he is the Director of the Coastal Zone Management Unit (CZMU), a department in the Ministry of Environment and Drainage, Government of Barbados. He possesses a Ph.D. in Integrated Coastal Zone Management from Cardiff University U.K. with specialization in low cost vulnerability assessment for Small Island Developing States. He has extensive experience in climate change adaptation initiatives.
Having worked in the field of integrated coastal zone management for over 28 years he is very familiar with the development of management strategies and strategic planning for his organization which will be forge a worthwhile contribution to the Barbados Taekwondo Association.
His training and professional experience has provided him with opportunities to evaluate various forms of development and assess the considerations necessary to ensure effective planning and continuity in his department. He has been integrally involved in the development of the integrated coastal zone management policy for Barbados and seeing to its systematic implementation. He has represented Barbados at international conventions in the areas of coastal management and climate change. He has had to participate in extensive negotiations with international consultants during the conventions and meetings. This experience has placed him in a firm position to assist the association with its plans to progress in the coming years. Working in the CZMU has allowed him to participate in all aspects of project management from conceptualization to implementation.
He has two sons – Anij and Fozlo - who participated in Taekwondo during their primary school life. Despite their withdrawal at this time, they still have an interest in the sport. He has always been interested in seeing the development of this martial art form both during their development in the sport, and after their departure. That interest has continued, as he fully appreciates the benefits derived from the sport as experienced through them – in their character building, as well as their mental and physical development.
As Vice President he is certain that he will be able to successfully fulfill the goals and objectives of our organization, and is committed to making a worthwhile contribution to the association in the process.
Having worked in the field of integrated coastal zone management for over 28 years he is very familiar with the development of management strategies and strategic planning for his organization which will be forge a worthwhile contribution to the Barbados Taekwondo Association.
His training and professional experience has provided him with opportunities to evaluate various forms of development and assess the considerations necessary to ensure effective planning and continuity in his department. He has been integrally involved in the development of the integrated coastal zone management policy for Barbados and seeing to its systematic implementation. He has represented Barbados at international conventions in the areas of coastal management and climate change. He has had to participate in extensive negotiations with international consultants during the conventions and meetings. This experience has placed him in a firm position to assist the association with its plans to progress in the coming years. Working in the CZMU has allowed him to participate in all aspects of project management from conceptualization to implementation.
He has two sons – Anij and Fozlo - who participated in Taekwondo during their primary school life. Despite their withdrawal at this time, they still have an interest in the sport. He has always been interested in seeing the development of this martial art form both during their development in the sport, and after their departure. That interest has continued, as he fully appreciates the benefits derived from the sport as experienced through them – in their character building, as well as their mental and physical development.
As Vice President he is certain that he will be able to successfully fulfill the goals and objectives of our organization, and is committed to making a worthwhile contribution to the association in the process.
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Secretary General
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Mr. Dottin is a professional with over 20 years of experience in financial analysis, team management, sports administration, and significant contributions as a project manager. He is well positioned to bring growth via the office of General Secretary, TAB. Analytical, and skilled in project management, his extensive business development experience, offers a unique perspective to lead suitable solutions for good governance, administrative and technical development, revenue generation, & marketing for TAB. He presents a sound knowledge of all key stakeholders to the organization, with a goal of achieving collaboration towards common business objectives. He will be instrumental in streamlining and improving processes, enhancing productivity, and implementing technology solutions for more efficient Administration.
Additionally, with years of ‘grassroots’ community-development behind him, he aims to influence national policy and programming to positively affect at risk youth and citizens. Taekwondo is a powerful driver towards greater dignity and success for all participants. His volunteer experience as a qualified FIVB volleyball coach; hundreds of hours as an open-water swim instructor; and teaching experience in Physical Education, at a Secondary level, also acts a strong motivator for development through sports activity.
Positions Held:
Additionally, with years of ‘grassroots’ community-development behind him, he aims to influence national policy and programming to positively affect at risk youth and citizens. Taekwondo is a powerful driver towards greater dignity and success for all participants. His volunteer experience as a qualified FIVB volleyball coach; hundreds of hours as an open-water swim instructor; and teaching experience in Physical Education, at a Secondary level, also acts a strong motivator for development through sports activity.
Positions Held:
- Director, Challenger Taekwondo Academy [1994-Present]
- Technical Director, TAB [2013-2017]
- Chairman, PATU Tournament Committee [1997-1999]
- President, TAB [1996-2000]
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Treasurer
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Tessha Myers is a Chartered Accountant, completing the Certified Public Accountant’s designation of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Tessha was an Audit Manager within a Big 4 Firm prior to her current role in the Finance Team of Massy United Insurance Ltd. She is an avid reader and the mother of Nia and Jax.
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Floor Member
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Marlo Hunte became a part of our local Taekwondo community in 2013 when she joined Challenger Taekwondo Academy. She joined as an adult student and has worked her way up to earning a blue belt in the sport. Over the course of her membership in the community she has participated in several seminars and worked at several of our local tournaments. By day she is a seasoned professional in the field of advertising and communications. She is a lover of sport with a desire to serve the Taekwondo community of which she considers herself apart. Marlo is seeking to serve on our local executive in the position of floor member, where she hopes to utilize her experience in advertising and communications paired with her love of Taekwondo to aid in raising the profile of our sport and more widely serve our Taekwondo community.
Marlo thanks the Taekwondo community for considering her for the post of floor member and looks forward to working with you, the valued members of our community, so that we may grow together.
Marlo thanks the Taekwondo community for considering her for the post of floor member and looks forward to working with you, the valued members of our community, so that we may grow together.
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Floor Member
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Ms. Best is a trained Legal Secretary. She has been associated with Taekwondo as a parent for over five years. She is keen to see the Sport excel and is willing to work hard to ensure this is achieved. She is also a member of several other organizations including the Red Cross. She enjoys giving of her limited time but does not like to waste time. She intends to make the TAB successful!