Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D

President and CEO, FortisTCI

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

Community Conversations kicked off last week in Middle and North Caicos! Thank you to everyone who attended and for allowing us the opportunity to answer your questions—it was a joy to engage with all of you!
#PresidentCEO #FortisTCI #NorthCaicos #MiddleCaicos #Community

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

I recently joined energy company CEOs across the Caribbean for the Caribbean Electric Utilities Services Corporation (CARILEC) CEOs and Leadership Conference in Puerto Rico under the theme Leadership in Transition: Vision, Drive, Performance & Change Management.

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

Let us honour and cherish the legacy of this extraordinary figure, The Right Most Excellent J A G S McCartney Daywho was fundamental in shaping the identity and direction of our beloved Turks and Caicos Islands.

Happy J.A.G.S Day!

#NationalHero #JagsMcCartney

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

May today be filled with special moments spent with your families and loved ones, cherishing the blessings and happiness that motherhood brings.

My prayers for your strength and blessings today and every day.

#PresidentAndCEO #FortisTCI #MothersDay #Blessings #Courageous

[EEI International @EEI_Intl]

🌍 Join us for "Electrification of Everything, for Everyone, Everywhere" with Celinda Palm & Sarah Cornell of @sthlmresilience, & Anya Willique in conversation with @forbesruth. Explore the transformative power of electrification in the fashion industry! https://t.co/3CqmT3re2F

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

Attended the Youth Environmental Summit in Turks and Caicos Islands. Empowering the "Green Generation" to advocate for a sustainable planet. The event highlights the importance of youth involvement in environmental protection. Kudos to those involved. #YouthSummit

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

Thank you, FortisTCI Lineworkers, for your dedication and commitment to keeping our community powered and connected! #LineworkerAppreciationDay #FortisTCI #CommunityHeroes

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

The IFAC’s Professional Accountants in Business Advisory Group Meeting in Cape Town, SA, sparked insightful discussions on AI, sustainable finance, integrated thinking, and talent development.
#FortisTCI #PresidentCEO #IFACMeeting #SustainableFinance #IFAC #IMA #SAICA #CapeTown

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

This International Women's Day, I want to honor the resilience, talent, and dedication of women worldwide.
To all the extraordinary women at FortisTCI, your invaluable contributions are instrumental in shaping a brighter future for all.

#FortisTCI #Inspire #Inclusion #IWD

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

Honoured to be featured by ICD Toronto for Black History Month, discussing corporate governance for Black, African, and Afro-Caribbean leaders. Grateful for the opportunity to engage in critical conversations.
#FortisTCI #PresidentCEO #BlackHistoryMonth #DEI https://t.co/cpVMqFLoFJ

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

FortisTCI welcomed Edison Electric Institute to TCI on Nov. 9, for an Energy Transition Roundtable, a continuation of our stakeholder conversations on renewable energy integration. Thanks to Dr. Lawrence Jones, Senior VP of Int’l Programs at EEI for making the event happen.

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

Having received a copy of the Renewable Energy and Resource Planning Bill 2023 that was tabled in the House of Assembly on Nov. 2, FortisTCI is reviewing its provisions and looks forward to meaningful consultation with TCI government on the Bill. https://t.co/9AOuacRaH6

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

The Caribbean Tourism Organization’s State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC) in TCI is a timely gathering of regional & local tourism stakeholders to chart the way forward for the industry. I'm pleased to join one of today’s panels to discuss tourism growth in TCI.

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

FortisTCI is pleased to support the TCI Ministry of Tourism as a Platinum Sponsor of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC) to be held in Turks & Caicos, October 9 to 13, 2023. Read more: https://t.co/s8XKF7Ap0r

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

Here's a timely reminder to ensure your hurricane preparations -- for your homes and businesses -- are covered, at this time. Being adequately prepared can make all the difference to how quickly we recover, should the worst happen. Learn more: https://t.co/rpramSubCG

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

FortisTCI’s 2nd Turks & Caicos Energy Forum turned the spotlight on the energy sector, and energy transition. At the event, FortisTCI & Compass Solar signed a contract for TCI’s first solar plus battery microgrids on North & Middle Caicos starting this year, & Salt Cay in 2024.

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

I am excited about our #TCIEnergyForum2023 to be held on Friday, June 2, 2023, with the theme, “Changing the Energy Landscape – People. Power. Partnerships.” We have assembled local, regional and international speakers, who are sure to engage and inspire.
#TCIEnergyForum2023.

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

At FortisTCI, we are looking forward to our upcoming Energy Week and an exciting series of events to engage our stakeholders about conversations on a more sustainable energy future for Turks and Caicos.

#energyweek
#renewableenergy
#sustainable
#turksandcaicos
#energyforum

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

Tomorrow, TCI will mark Earth Day with our first Climate Change Summit. Ahead of the summit, it was a pleasure to join Minister for Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Heritage & the Environment Hon. Josephine Connolly, event organizers & special guests at the welcome reception.

[Ruth Forbes - CMA, CPA, ICD.D @Forbesruth]

It was an honor to host Canadian High Commissioner, Her Excellency Emina Tudakovic & Senior Trade Commissioner Ms. Sophie Goulet at FortisTCI yesterday. Our discussion focused on a common interest in renewable energy solutions & FortisTCI's vision to transform energy in the TCI.