Ashish is a results-oriented senior executive leveraging over 15 years of experience in leadership, strategy, general management, technology, business development and consulting across various industries, including security, hospitality, ICT, distribution, retail, technology and manufacturing. Experience and a proven track record of managing P&Ls, growing revenue and EBITA, launching strategic initiatives, managing large/multi-year projects, driving market share growth and helping organizations to solve complex business challenges. Currently, he holds the position of Group Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer at the ASSL Group. In this role, he directs strategy, operations, and business development for a varied portfolio of Caribbean-based companies within the ASSL Group, spanning investments in Security, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Hospitality, and Property Management. Before joining the ASSL Group, he served as the Assistant Vice President and CTO for the Massy Integrated Retail Portfolio. In that capacity, he provided strategic guidance and oversight for Technology Strategy, Digital Transformation, Infrastructure, and eCommerce initiatives, covering both the Caribbean and the USA. Areas of Expertise Include: - Corporate Strategy - Mergers & Acquisitions - Business Development - Technology Strategy, Change Management & Project Management - General Management and P&L Leadership - Industry experience in ICT, Security, Retail & Distribution, Insurance, Manufacturing and CPG - International / CALA Experience - eCommerce He is a part-time lecturer at the University of the West Indies in the areas of Leadership & New Venture Development. He is also a member of the Barbados Chamber of Commerce’s Digital Societies Committee. He was a columnist for the Barbados Business Authority and the Barbados Investment and Development Corporation and sat on several non-profit boards including the Project Management Institute Barbados, and was an advisor with the Barbados Entrepreneurship Foundation. Ashish holds a MBA from Durham University Business School, UK and a MSC. Change and Development from the University of Manchester, UK. He holds a Diploma in Professional Consulting from the Chartered Management Institute, UK. In his spare time, Ashish enjoys reading, travelling and performing research in culture and change management.
Robert Baur is the Regional Development Manager at Amalgamated Security Services Limited (ASSL) and its Caribbean subsidiaries and associated or related companies. His primary responsibility are the operations in the Caribbean countries other than Trinidad and Tobago. Robert has 11+ years of experience in security and risk management activities in Trinidad and Tobago as well as the wider Caribbean region. As a customer centric manager, his main focus is on understanding the unique needs and preferences of customers across diverse markets within the region in order to align the ASSL Group of Companies’ business strategies with the ever-evolving demands of our clientele. He is committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences by prioritizing customer satisfaction and building trust through transparent communication and reliable support. Robert doesn’t believe in just being a supplier but aims at cultivating long-lasting partnerships that drive mutual growth and success for both, the ASSL Group of Companies and our customers in the wider Caribbean region. Robert holds a Bachelor’s degree in German linguistics with a focus on journalism, marketing and PR from the Otto-Friedrich-University, Bamberg, Germany. As well as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Lord Ashcroft International Business School, Anglia Ruskin University.
Darendra Sugrim, MBA, CA is a seasoned finance and business management professional with over 15 years of experience in financial management, strategic planning, and operational efficiency. Throughout his career, he has played a key role in the development and implementation of digital transformation initiatives, leveraging ERP systems and customized software solutions to enhance business operations and drive sustainable growth. Mr. Sugrim holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Bedfordshire, with a focus on corporate innovation, entrepreneurship, strategy, and the global competitive environment. Additionally, he has earned an Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and holds the designation of Chartered Accountant (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Trinidad and Tobago. Currently serving as the Regional Accountant at Amalgamated Security Services Limited (ASSL), Mr. Sugrim is responsible for the financial oversight and operations of multiple business entities across the Caribbean and international markets. As a key member of the regional management team, he contributes to the strategic growth and development of the ASSL Group’s regional and global business interests.
Mr. Shawn Dunbreaker is the General Manager & Company Secretary of Amalgamated Security Services (Antigua) Limited. Shawn is a safety-conscious and strategically agile security manager with more than 20 years of experience in Manned Services, Cash-in-Transit, CCTV, and Response Operations in both regional and international organizations. He has spent over a decade working in our Barbados subsidiary as its operations manager. Shawn holds designations in security management from ASIS and IFPO as well as firearm certification from NRA of America in addition to being a certified K9 Handler. While others take pride in meeting standards, Shawn's passion is delivering service that goes beyond organizational expectations, while creating a mutually beneficial experience for everyone involved. Shawn Dunbreaker General Manager Amalgamated Security Services (Antigua) Limited P.O. Box W1616 Scott's Hill, St John's. Antigua Tel: +1 268 464-7469 (M), + 1 268 562-7679 (O) Web: www.asslantigua.com
Marlyn Isaacs-Richards is a distinguished senior finance executive with over 15 years of exemplary leadership in strategic financial management across premier institutions in the Caribbean region. Her distinguished career encompasses pivotal roles as Chief Finance Officer at St Vincent Cooperative Bank Limited, where she orchestrated comprehensive financial strategy and regulatory compliance, and Finance Manager at Argyle International Airport Inc., managing complex infrastructure financing for critical regional aviation operations. Most recently, she served as Regional Accounts Payable Manager with InterCaribbean Airways from February 2024 to August 2025, directing sophisticated multi-jurisdictional payment operations and ensuring seamless financial support for mission-critical aviation activities. A Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCCA) with exceptional academic distinction—achieving first place nationally and ranking 65th globally in her professional examinations—Marlyn holds an MBA from The University of the West Indies. Her expertise encompasses advanced financial reporting, regulatory compliance, strategic planning, and enterprise risk management, positioning her as a trusted advisor capable of delivering transformative financial leadership in complex organizational environments.
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