On 25 August 2026, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) announced Mr Geron Burnett’s appointment as Deputy Head of the Securities Supervision Division, effective 1 June 2026. His role supports the administration and oversight of CIMA’s regulatory framework for the securities sector.1
Securities Supervision and Regulatory Compliance
Mr Burnett’s responsibilities include supervising regulated entities and supporting the development and implementation of supervisory practices. He will also promote compliance with applicable legislative and regulatory requirements.1 Commenting on the appointment, CIMA’s Acting Chief Executive Officer, Mr Patrick Bodden, said:
“Mr. Burnett’s extensive experience in securities market operations, regulatory compliance and market development will further strengthen the Authority’s supervisory capacity.” He described this experience as valuable to CIMA’s continuing development of its risk-based supervisory approach.2
Experience in Caribbean Securities Markets
Mr Burnett brings more than 20 years of financial services and securities market experience. His background covers securities regulation, compliance, market operations, trading, clearing and settlement. It also includes investor education and market development. Before joining CIMA, he served as Senior Manager of the Operations Division at the Eastern Caribbean Securities Exchange. He previously held the position of Assistant Operations Manager at the Trinidad and Tobago Stock Exchange.3
Academic Qualifications
Mr Burnett holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the University of the West Indies. He also holds an International MBA specialising in Finance from the Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School of Business.3
Footnotes
- CIMA, CIMA Appoints New Deputy Head of Securities, 25 August 2026, paragraphs 1 and 3.
- Ibid., paragraph 5, statement of Acting Chief Executive Officer Patrick Bodden.
- Ibid., paragraphs 2, 4 and 6, professional experience and academic qualifications.
