Economic Development Officers Appointed

November 14, 2011

The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry announced two appointments within the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC].

Mr. William Spriggs and Mr. Corey Butterfield [pictured at left] have recently joined the BEDC team as Economic Development Officers (EDOs), and will provide support to the newly designated Economic Empowerments Zones in Somerset and St. George’s, respectively.

Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Patrice Minors said [today], “We are delighted to welcome two gentlemen to our team who have a passion and drive for moving our goals forward with respect to the Somerset and St. George’s EEZs.

“Strengthening our economy and assisting our small businesses during these tough times has been a key priority for this Government, and it will take a unified effort consisting of committed and dedicated individuals to press our economic empowerment agenda.

“We congratulate William and Corey on their appointments as the Economic Development Officers for Somerset and St. George’s, respectively.”

William Spriggs has worked with the BEDC for many years.

 

He was general manager of the organisation and also acted as a consultant assisting with the early stage EEZ research and project managed key initiatives in support of the regeneration of North East Hamilton.

“As the Somerset Economic Empowerment Zone [SEEZ] Officer, William brings passion, commitment and extensive experience in visioning, project management, team building, business planning, small business financing, obstacle removal and creating a motivating work environment,” said a Government spokesman.
He is eager to consult with stakeholders and harness collective energies.

According to Mr. Spriggs, “The responsibility for supporting the growth of the Somerset Economic Empowerment Zone is a privilege and gives me a significant opportunity to work with many of my friends, hard working Somerset business owners and soon-to-be entrepreneurs to create our very best works for the betterment of Somerset.”

Somerset Economic Empowerment Zone Officer William Spriggs

Corey Butterfield comes to the EEZA with a foundation of policy creation, legal and analytical research, and commercial and business experience. He founded his consultancy firm ‘Ardella’ named after his late mother in 2008, which is a policy and research entity that specialises in human rights advocacy, providing strategic plans and advice for companies, NGOS, charities and individuals.

Prior to being officially appointed as Officer for the St. George’s Economic Empowerment Zone (SGEEZ), Mr. Butterfield worked with the EEZA as a consultant helping to establish the Rubber Tree Market, and create development polices for the North East Hamilton EEZ. He also wrote a report that was utilised to help establish the designation of the Somerset EEZ.

When asked about his new appointment, Mr. Butterfield said, “I am very excited to continue a life of service to Bermudians. I look forward to working with the individuals, businesses and organisations in St. George’s to empower them to increase their profitability and enhance their quality of life.”

The Government spokesman said the addition of William Spriggs and Corey Butterfield to the team will complement services already being provided by Ms Roxanne Christopher, the Officer for the North East Hamilton Economic Empowerment Zone [NEHEEZ].

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