Deputy Premier Hon. Lorna Smith OBE to Keynote BVI Arbitration Week on Fintech and Blockchain Trends in the Caribbean

The BVI International Arbitration Centre (BVI IAC) is delighted to announce that Deputy Premier Hon. Lorna Smith OBE will be serving as the Keynote I speaker for BVI Arbitration Week, where she will deliver a keynote address on the evolving landscape of ‘Fintech and Blockchain trends in the Caribbean’ on 12 March 2024.

Drawing on her extensive experience at the highest levels of public service in the British Virgin Islands (BVI), Deputy Premier Hon. Lorna Smith OBE will explore current trends in innovative financial technology during her keynote address at BVI Arbitration Week. Her insights are anticipated to provide valuable perspectives on the intersection of Fintech and Blockchain technologies in the Caribbean region.

With several decades of experience in public service, Deputy Premier Hon. Lorna Smith OBE has played a pivotal role in establishing BVI Finance, a public-private partnership dedicated to business development and promotion within the financial services industry. Her deep understanding of the industry and commitment to fostering growth and innovation make her a distinguished authority on the subject.

“We are honoured to have Deputy Premier Hon. Lorna Smith OBE as our first Keynote speaker for BVI Arbitration Week,” said Shan Greer, CEO of the BVI IAC. “Her expertise and leadership in the field of financial services, particularly in Fintech, will provide invaluable insights for our attendees.”

BVI Arbitration Week serves as a platform for legal professionals, industry experts, and practitioners to engage in discussions and knowledge sharing on key topics in arbitration and finance. Deputy Premier Hon. Lorna Smith OBE’s keynote address on ‘Fintech and Blockchain trends in the Caribbean’ promises to be a highlight of the event.

For more information about BVI Arbitration Week and to register for the event, please visit www.bviarbitrationweek.org