The annual RF Economic Outlook Conference, held on March 13 at theBaha Mar Convention Center, saw a record-breaking attendance of over 300 delegates, marking the largest turnout in its history. The conference served as a platform for international experts to delveinto critical issues facing the global economy, with a particular focus on the transformative potential ofArtificial Intelligence (AI).
Five distinguished international speakers graced the stage, covering a spectrum of topics ranging fromclimate change to geopolitics. However, the prevailing theme throughout the eventwas undeniably theimpact of AI on both global and local economies, in the immediate and foreseeable future.
The event commenced with opening remarks from the Minister of Economic Affairs, the Hon. MichaelHalkitis, setting the tone for a day of insightful discussions. David Slatter, VP of Investments at RFBank & Trust, then welcomed a diverse audience comprising government officials, business leaders,and students, underscoring the conference's broad relevance and significance.
Key takeaways emphasized the irreversible presence of AI in the business landscape, urgingcompanies to embrace the technology to maintain competitiveness. Speakers reiterated theindispensable role of humans in theworkplace, emphasizing the need for ethical development anddeployment of technological advancements. Moreover, the conference spotlighted the urgency ofaddressing the ongoing climate crisis, stressing the accountability of first-world nations for itsrepercussions on developing countries.
Highlights of the event included a panel discussion featuring Attorney General Ryan Pinder, EcologistChris Heider, and former Minister for St. Lucia, Dr. James Fletcher, moderated by Dwayne Whylly.Additionally, keynote presentations by esteemed thought leaders Kevin Surace, Rumman Chowdhury,Anu Bradford, Dr. Fletcher, and Jerome Rand offered invaluable insights into pressing global issues.
The success of the RF Economic Outlook Conference was made possible through the generoussupport of event sponsors: Aliv Business, Doctors Hospital, Fidelity Bank, Glinton Sweeting O'Brien, JSJohnson, PwC, Tribune Media, eCapital, Graham Thompson, and CG Atlantic.
For more information about the event events, please www.rfbeo.com
The annual RF Economic Outlook Conference, held on March 13 at the
Baha Mar Convention Center, saw a record-breaking attendance of over 300 delegates, marking the
largest turnout in its history. The conference served as a platform for international experts to delve
into critical issues facing the global economy, with a particular focus on the transformative potential of
Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Five distinguished international speakers graced the stage, covering a spectrum of topics ranging from
climate change to geopolitics. However, the prevailing theme throughout the eventwas undeniably the
impact of AI on both global and local economies, in the immediate and foreseeable future.
The event commenced with opening remarks from the Minister of Economic Affairs, the Hon. Michael
Halkitis, setting the tone for a day of insightful discussions. David Slatter, VP of Investments at RF
Bank & Trust, then welcomed a diverse audience comprising government officials, business leaders,
and students, underscoring the conference's broad relevance and significance.
Key takeaways emphasized the irreversible presence of AI in the business landscape, urging
companies to embrace the technology to maintain competitiveness. Speakers reiterated the
indispensable role of humans in theworkplace, emphasizing the need for ethical development and
deployment of technological advancements. Moreover, the conference spotlighted the urgency of
addressing the ongoing climate crisis, stressing the accountability of first-world nations for its
repercussions on developing countries.
Highlights of the event included a panel discussion featuring Attorney General Ryan Pinder, Ecologist
Chris Heider, and former Minister for St. Lucia, Dr. James Fletcher, moderated by Dwayne Whylly.
Additionally, keynote presentations by esteemed thought leaders Kevin Surace, Rumman Chowdhury,
Anu Bradford, Dr. Fletcher, and Jerome Rand offered invaluable insights into pressing global issues.
The success of the RF Economic Outlook Conference was made possible through the generous
support of event sponsors: Aliv Business, Doctors Hospital, Fidelity Bank, Glinton Sweeting O'Brien, JS
Johnson, PwC, Tribune Media, eCapital, Graham Thompson, and CG Atlantic.
For more information about the event events, please www.rfbeo.com
