Metry Seaga, CEO of JFP Limited, was re-elected as president of the Private Sector Organization of Jamaica (PSOJ) during a council meeting at the organization’s offices on Hope Road, St. Andrew. This will be Seaga’s final year in his three-year term as president.
Seaga highlighted that the PSOJ’s strategic focus for the coming year will revolve around several interconnected priorities. Chief among these is maintaining economic stability while fostering inclusive growth across all sectors. The organization reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Jamaica’s position as a logistics-driven economy, aiming to transform the nation into a key hub for the Caribbean through targeted private sector investments in special economic zones. Additionally, the PSOJ emphasized that the fight against crime remains a top priority on its agenda.
“Through initiatives like Crime Stop and Project STAR, we are adopting a comprehensive approach to creating a safer Jamaica,” Seaga stated. “The Crime Monitoring & Oversight Committee (CMOC) platform remains vital for encouraging bipartisan collaboration on this critical issue.”
With the 2025 election year approaching, the PSOJ emphasized its commitment to promoting values and attitudes, with a particular focus on strengthening ethical leadership and integrity within both the political and business sectors.
The PSOJ also stated its intention to actively seek expanded public-private partnerships to deliver essential infrastructure and services, while working to stimulate trade and economic growth through strengthened bilateral agreements.
“We recognize the urgent need to address our labor market dynamics with a dual strategy,” Seaga explained. “This includes both immediate solutions for existing skills gaps and long-term workforce development initiatives. Equally important is our commitment to removing bureaucratic barriers that hinder business growth, particularly in our trade relationships with Central and Latin American countries.”
The newly elected officers include Executive Director Sacha Vaccianna Riley, along with vice presidents Dr. Parris Lyew-Ayee, Marian Ross-Ammar, Brian Jardim, Gail Moss-Solomon, and Hugh Grant. Eva Lewis and Vikram Dihman will continue in their roles as honorary secretary and honorary treasurer, respectively.
The executive committee of the PSOJ includes Audrey Tugwell Henry of the Jamaica Bankers Association, Antoinette Hamilton of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Alliance, Sydney Thwaites of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association, Robin Russell of the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association, Wayne Chen of the Jamaica Employers Federation, Corah Ann Roberton Sylvester of the Shipping Association of Jamaica, and Ramon Ferguson of the Jamaica Securities Dealers Association.
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