Resilience Powered by Intelligence
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Jaime Chanagá
Field Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - Enterprise - Latin America & Caribbean | Fortinet, Inc.
FEATURE SPEAKER
Nirad Tewarie
CEO | AMCHAM T&T
SPEAKER
WORKSHOP
The Management of HSE Litigation
- Date: Wednesday 12th November
- Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- Venue: Rio Claro Room, Hyatt Regency Hotel
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Cost: TT 250 plus vat
Free for all Conference attendees with full Conference passes
FACILITATORS: OM LALLA - ATTORNEY AT LAW & IAN DANIELS - BARRISTER, 2 HARE COURT, LONDON
Workshop Details:
The Management of HSE Litigation workshop at the AMCHAM T&T HSSE 2025 Conference offers essential insights into navigating the complex legal landscape surrounding health, safety, and environmental issues. This session will guide participants through best practices for managing litigation risks, understanding regulatory compliance challenges, and effectively responding to legal claims. Attendees will understand the implications of the Privy Council ruling which confirms limitations under the OSH Act. They would also gain practical knowledge on minimizing exposure to costly lawsuits while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. This workshop is a must for HSSE professionals and legal advisors aiming to strengthen their organization's defenses and uphold the highest standards of safety and compliance in today's evolving regulatory environment.
WORKSHOP
Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
- Date: Wednesday 12th November
- Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Venue: POS Ballroom, Hyatt Regency Hotel
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Cost: TT 250 plus vat
Free for all Conference attendees with full Conference passes
FACILITATOR: ANDIA PERSAD-MAHARAJ - STANDARDS OFFICER | TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO BUREAU OF STANDARDS
Workshop Details:
Presentation and simulation exercises
Enhance your expertise at the AMCHAM T&T HSSE Conference with our in-depth workshop on ISO 45001 and the ISO 45000 series. This session offers a comprehensive overview of the standard, focusing on high-impact clauses like occupational health and safety (OHS) and climate change, as well as leadership and worker consultation.
Engage in forward-looking discussions about the future direction of ISO 45001, emphasizing advanced OHS hazard risk assessment. Participants will also take part in a hands- on simulation exercise, providing practical experience in conducting effective OHS risk assessments that drive safer, more resilient workplaces.
Workshop Objectives
1. Promote and raise stakeholder awareness on ISO 45001:2018
2. Highlight some of the anticipated additions to the revised standard
3. Encourage stakeholder participation in the revision of ISO 45001
Touring of Booths and Networking Break
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Competent People: Resilient Systems
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
This session, titled "Competent People: Resilient Systems," explores how innovative talent management and system design are critical to building resilience. Emphasizing workforce competency alongside innovative operational systems, the session highlights strategies that ensure organizations are not only hiring the right skills but also retaining talent through robust and adaptive systems. This alignment ensures continuous preparedness, responsiveness, and effective recovery from risks and disruptions.
Participants will gain insights into best practices for developing and maintaining competent teams supported by resilient systems that foster ongoing innovation. The session underscores the essential link between human capability and system effectiveness as the foundation for integrated 360-degree resilience within organizations. By investing in both people and processes, companies can create safer, more agile environments able to withstand evolving challenges, ultimately championing the theme of innovation driving resilience in the HSSE landscape.
Trish Kerin
Director | Lead Like Kerin
SPEAKER
Shazam Edoo
Chair | IOSH Caribbean Community
SPEAKER
Danielle Mohammed
Senior HSE&C Advisor | bpTT
SPEAKER
Nadia McCarthy
Group Senior Vice President - People & Culture | MASSY Ltd.
SPEAKER
Nicole Melville
Director, Strategy & Business Development | Innovative Solutions Ltd.
MODERATOR
LUNCH
12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
How To Ensure Readiness and Recovery
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
"How To Ensure Readiness and Recovery" will dive deep into the critical strategies organizations must adopt to prepare for disruptions and bounce back stronger. This session highlights the latest best practices in building comprehensive crisis readiness frameworks and recovery plans that protect people, assets, and operations. Attendees will gain practical insights on integrating resilience into their corporate culture, aligning with international standards like ISO 22301, and leveraging business continuity management to navigate uncertainty with confidence. This panel is essential for anyone committed to safeguarding their organization’s future through proactive preparedness and effective recovery measures.
Revan Teelucksingh
President | Sewa International TT
SPEAKER
Balchan Jadoonanan
HSSE Manager | PROMAN Energy Limited
SPEAKER
Noel Stewart
Assistant Chief Fire Officer | Trinidad and Tobago Fire Services
SPEAKER
WORKSHOP
The Reasons for Psychological Burnout in the Individual and its Impact
- Date: Wednesday 12th November
- Time: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
- Venue: POS Ballroom, Hyatt Regency Hotel
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Cost: TT 250 plus vat
Free for all Conference attendees with full a Conference pass
Facilitators:
Fitzroy Harewood - President, Point Lisas Nitrogen Limited
Gail Figaro - Managing Director, Phi-Onyx Services Limited
Mark de Freitas - Head, Health and Safety, National Energy Corporation of Trinidad and Tobago
Dr. Ishvan Ramcharitar - Chief Medical Officer, Health and Safety, Atlantic LNG Company of Trinidad and Tobago
Moderator: Stacy Homer - Chief People Officer, National Flour Mills
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From Waves to Wallets: Advancing Blue, Green and Circular Economies for Business Resilience
2:35 p.m. - 3:35 p.m.
Explore how blue economy initiatives, waste management innovations and emerging policy frameworks are shaping a new wave of sustainable business opportunity. This session highlights how data, design and collaboration can turn environmental efficiency into economic resilience, helping companies stay ahead of regulatory shifts while delivering real value for people, planet and profit.
- Date: Wednesday 12th November
- Time: 2:35 pm - 3:35 pm
- Venue: Regency Ballrooms, Hyatt Regency Hotel
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Cost: - TT $850 plus vat. This fee covers the cost of this workshop and the Cocktail Reception.
Free for attendees with a Full Conference Pass
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Alex Smith
Chief Executive Officer | Future Plus
SPEAKER
Dr Rahanna Juman
Deputy Director | Institute of Marine Affairs
SPEAKER
Hector Martinez
Engineering and Site Services Manager
SPEAKER
Keima Gardiner
Waste Management Specialist | The Multilateral Environmental Agreements Unit, Ministry of Planning, Economic Affairs and Development
SPEAKER
Shinelle Grant Sealey
Vice President - Environmental, Social & Governance | Guardian Group
MODERATOR
The True Cost of Overlooking Safety
3:35 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closing Feature
- Date: Wednesday 12th November
- Time: 3:35 pm - 5:00 pm
- Venue: Regency Ballrooms, Hyatt Regency Hotel
- Cost: Member- TT$1,200 plus vat, Early bird price
- Cost: Non-Member- TT$1,500 plus vat, Early bird price
This is a PAID SESSION
FREE FOR ATTENDEES WITH A FULL CONFERENCE PASS
FACILITATOR: LEE SHELBY
ACCIDENT SURVIVOR & MOTIVATIONAL SAFETY SPEAKER
This session will cover:
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- A new mindset about personal safety
- Take responsibility for own actions and “Be our brother’s keeper.”
- Don’t think safety is someone else’s responsibility.
- Make a new commitment to safety every day.
- Don’t be afraid to tell someone they are about to do something wrong.
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MODERATOR: MELISSA PIERRE, SENIOR TRADE AND POLICY SPECIALIST, AMCHAM T&T
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