KINGSTON, Jamaica — Allison Mais has been appointed the chief operating officer (COO) of VM Investments Limited (VMIL) and VM Wealth Management Limited (VMWM), just over a year after joining the organisations in early 2024.
“Allison’s impact has been impressive with great promise of much more to come,” said Rezworth Burchenson, chief executive officer (CEO) of VMIL and VMWM. “She’s brought added discipline, clarity and energy to our operations. This promotion is a strategic step to strengthen our core and prepare for accelerated growth.”
Mais will now oversee the full operational footprint of both entities.
“I see my role as one of enablement,” she said. “Making sure that the people, processes and technology are all aligned to deliver the kind of business results our clients expect and our shareholders deserve.”
A graduate of the University of Technology, Jamaica and Cranfield University in the United Kingdom, Mais holds degrees in computing and it, and in manufacturing, management and information Systems. She also has professional certifications in change management, agile leadership, esg, financial markets and financial modelling from institutions including Yale, Wharton, Columbia, and Boston University.
“This is a pivotal time for VMIL/VMWM,” Mais said. “We’re laying the groundwork for sustainable growth, not just through digital innovation, but by building more efficient systems, creating seamless experiences for our clients, and empowering our teams to deliver consistently high performance.”
Mais described the working environment at VMIL and VMWM as “ambitious, agile and client-driven” and said her focus will be on improving performance and service delivery.
“There’s a strong foundation in place,” she said. “Now it’s about elevating everything — our processes, our performance and the experience we create for every single client. That’s what excites me most.”
Burchenson noted that the appointment is part of a broader strategy to increase efficiency and strengthen the companies’ market position.
“Allison’s appointment is part of a broader strategy to fortify the business, deliver greater efficiency and position VMIL and VMWM as regional industry leaders for years to come,” he said.
