The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) has appointed Gillian Charles-Gollop as Vice President, Corporate Services, effective May 1.
Charles-Gollop brings more than 30 years of experience in banking and financial services, with a track record spanning corporate and investment banking, governance, strategic planning, and risk management.
The Bank said her leadership combines innovation with disciplined execution, supporting its focus on operational excellence and strong financial stewardship.
She most recently served as Executive Director for Corporate Banking and Sustainable Finance at CIBC Caribbean, where she oversaw a regional corporate and sovereign credit portfolio exceeding six billion U.S. dollars and helped advance the institution’s sustainable finance agenda.
Her career has also included leading major financing and advisory transactions across the Caribbean, including infrastructure, renewable energy, utilities and telecommunications projects.
A national of St. Lucia, Charles-Gollop has earned recognition for her leadership in risk management, operational performance and client service.
President of the Caribbean Development Bank, Daniel M. Best, said the appointment comes at a critical time for the institution.
“Gillian’s appointment strengthens CDB’s leadership team at a pivotal time,” he said. “Her strategic insight, deep financial expertise, and strong commitment to the region’s advancement will be invaluable as we continue to enhance financial management, mobilise resources, and support sustainable development across our borrowing member countries.”
In her new role, Charles-Gollop will provide oversight of the Bank’s corporate services functions, with responsibility for strengthening internal operations and supporting the institution’s broader development mandate.
The CDB said her appointment will help advance its mission of promoting inclusive growth and sustainable development across the Caribbean. (CMC)
