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HSSE SPEAKERS 2026

Anna Henderson

President, AMCHAM T&T & Chief Executive Officer, Amaranth Business Solutions

Mrs. Anna Henderson has over twenty (25) years’ experience in Sales, Marketing, Organizational Leadership and Strategic Management. In 2007, as Director-Sales and Marketing, Mrs. Henderson played a pivotal role in the Change Management needed to ensure the smooth transitioning of Pereira & Company Ltd. from a privately-owned company to a strategic acquisition in the widely known, Regional Conglomerate, Massy. Appointed to the position of CEO in 2009, Mrs. Henderson has guided the company in doubling its profitability by strengthening its core printing and imaging business, focused development of the Office Interiors Division and growing its regional business in the Eastern Caribbean countries. Most notably, in 2011, she led Massy Technologies Applied Imaging through a successful bid process for the relocation of Parliament. Here, she successfully led her team in setting a new standard for the local construction and project management industry by completing and outfitting 70,000 square feet of office space in less than eleven (11) weeks. 

Mrs. Henderson holds a BA in Marketing from the University of St. Mary’s, Minnesota, and has completed leadership courses at the Richard Ivey School in London, Ontario and Leadership Management Institute. She is considered an expert in the areas of Technology, Strategic Leadership, and People Development. Mrs. Henderson has held numerous board positions, including chairman for the Massy Share Ownership Plan. 

Nirad Tewarie

Chief Executive Officer, AMCHAM T&T

Nirad Tewarie is the CEO of AMCHAM T&T. He has more than twenty-five years’ experience in media, communications, management, education and international relations. Nirad is also the Chairman of C15 studios, a Member of the Board of Directors of Aspire Fund Management, and the Loan for Enterprise and Network Development.

Passionate about youth development and using his expertise for good, Nirad is the Chairman of the 50-year-old, San Juan Jabloteh Sports Club and Manager of the Hillview College Football Teams, where he oversaw the promotion of the Senior Team to the Championship Division of the Secondary Schools’ Football League after just one season.

Nirad was formerly the CEO of the T&T Coalition of Services Industries (TTCSI), Chairman of the Caribbean Network of Services Coalitions, a member of the Communications and Public Affairs Division of the Commonwealth Secretariat in London, UK and a columnist for the Trinidad Guardian.

A keen supporter of the arts, Nirad is an Associate Producer of Bazodee the Movie, and the former Chairman of the Cabinet Appointed Fashion Industry Development Committee.

Nirad holds a BSc. in Mass Communications from Florida International University and an MSc in International Relations from the Institute of International Relations, UWI. He regularly speaks at regional conferences on matters related to technology & economic development.


Justice Frank Seepersad 

Judge, Supreme Court of Trinidad and Tobago 

Justice Seepersad has been a Judge of the Supreme Court of Trinidad and Tobago since 2012. As a Masters graduate of the London School of Economics, the Judge practiced as an Advocate Attorney for 16 years prior to his elevation to the bench.

The Judge has delivered landmark judgements with respect to breach of confidence and the liabilities which can arise from the improper use of social media platforms. Justice Seepersad is a guest preacher with the Presbyterian Church of Trinidad and Tobago and past tutor of advocacy at the Sir Hugh Wooding Law School.

The Judge is regarded as being fiercely independent, promotes the adherence of spirituality and integrity in public life and firmly believes that the law must be relevant and relatable


Dr. Nicole King-Daniel

Director - Human Resources, Proman Limited

Dr. Nicole King-Daniel is a progressive Human Resources leader with over 25 years of experience. She is known for the conviction that people and culture are not support functions, but strategic imperatives at the heart of organisational success. Her personal motto is Hard work + Heart = Great HR!

As Director of Human Resources at Proman Trinidad and Tobago, she combines strategic vision with hands-on expertise to design programs that not only support corporate goals but also inspire people to become true ambassadors of their organizations.

Nicole’s leadership philosophy moves beyond policy and process. She designs people-centered strategies that ensure employees are at the center of organisational success. Her approach reimagines leadership as a practice rooted in justice, empathy, and resilience.

She holds a Doctorate in Business Administration (specialisation: Organisational Leadership), as well as MSc and BBA degrees, which equip her with both scholarly insight and practical expertise. Nicole is a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success and the Golden Key International Honour Society.

Her emotionally intelligent leadership style is characterised by openness, adaptability, and a commitment to building trust at every level of the organisation. Nicole is widely respected for aligning and transforming HR strategy to drive business outcomes.

She is equally committed to fostering inclusive environments where diverse perspectives are valued. Her leadership across multiple work environments and industry sectors has strengthened her ability to understand, relate to, and connect with people from different backgrounds.

Nicole is passionate about mentorship and continuous learning. She actively supports emerging leaders and encourages dialogue, fairness, and courage as cornerstones of effective HR practice.

Outside of work, she enjoys community involvement and spending time with family—especially her nieces and nephews—which helps her connect authentically with others. She also serves as a Director of the Heart of A Sister Family Foundation in Trinidad and Tobago.

Nicole’s work reflects a simple conviction: when organisations prioritise people and culture, they unlock sustainable success and lasting impact.


Roger Williams 

Plant Manager, Point Lisas Nitrogen Limited (PLNL)

Roger Williams has over three decades of experience in the petrochemical industry, having spent most of his career with leading companies on the Point Lisas Industrial Estate.  Throughout his career he has been actively involved in new plant design and construction, plant commissioning, and major turnaround projects.  

Roger began his career with Nutrien before moving to Proman where he held several senior leadership positions. In 2015, he joined Point Lisas Nitrogen as Plant Manager. 

As a senior leader in the petrochemical sector, Roger has held a diverse range of management roles, including Engineering and Maintenance Manager, Technical Services and Human Resource Manager. This breadth of experience has provided him with a unique perspective on both the technical and people aspects of business leadership. 

As a Board-level executive, Roger is committed to ensuring that safety and productivity remain complimentary priorities within the organization. He works closely with the management team to embed safety into daily operating practices while driving continuous risk reduction through strategic planning, major turnarounds, and capital investment projects. His leadership approach is inclusive in nature, focusing on achieving sustainable operational excellence through sound asset management, workforce engagement, and continuous improvement. 

Roger is a graduate of the University of the West Indies with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and also holds an EMBA from the Arthur Lok Jack School of Business. flects a simple conviction: when organisations prioritise people and culture, they unlock sustainable success and lasting impact.

Dr. Tyrone Kalpee

Consultant 

Dr. Tyrone Kalpee is a senior HSSE and Business Transformation Consultant with over thirty years industry experience, the majority in senior leadership roles at bp Trinidad and Tobago as VP HSSE and Safety and Operational Risk; bp United Kingdom as the bp’s Global Environmental Director; Rosneft Oil Company in Moscow guiding the company's net zero business strategy, and VP Business Transformation at Atlantic LNG. He was also bp's HSE Chief of Staff for the Macondo Response in 2010.

Internationally, Tyrone was a member of IPIECA - driving industry environmental and social performance standards; the Oil and Gas Climate Initiative (OGCI); the International Association of Oil and Gas Producers (IOGP) and UNEP’s Oil and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP).

Locally, Tyrone was one of the founders of the Association of Upstream Operators (AUOTT) and STOW, a previous Amcham HSSE Committee Chairperson and a member of the Energy Chamber's Decarbonization Task Force. 

He holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Biology, as well as Masters' and B.Sc. Degrees from the University of the West Indies, as well as the Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR) Professional certification from the Global Association of Risk Professionals.