... New exec to streamline investment, development

ADRIANA LA Valley, the new chief of operations (COO) for the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) in Jamaica, is planning to leverage the breadth of her experience to maximise and streamline investment and development.

“I hope to work closely with the private and public sectors to find synergy for comprehensive development solutions for Jamaica in keeping with the objectives outlined in the 2016-2021 country strategy,” the new COO outlined.

“I see so much potential in Jamaica. Jamaica has been an example for the region, and so I am excited and appreciative of the opportunity to contribute to its continued development,” she added.

Commenting on the appointment, Therese Turner-Jones, country representative for IDB Jamaica Country Office and general manager for the IDB’s Caribbean Country Department, said she was happy to welcome La Valley.

“Reflecting on where Jamaica was four years ago, the country has taken very important steps to address its fiscal constraints, and the effort must continue as we work to improve lives for the people of Jamaica. Adriana will help us to continue that important journey,” Turner-Jones said.

Former COO of the IDB Jamaica office, Harold Arzu, has taken up a new position in the IDB’s Caribbean Country Department’s office in Washington, DC, expanding his focus to cover the Caribbean region. The Country Office in Jamaica wishes him well.

I see so much potential in Jamaica. Jamaica has been an example for the region, and so I am excited and appreciative of the opportunity to contribute to its continued development.