September 24 – 27th, 2025
Sandals Royal Barbados
Registration 8:00 am: Daily Start 9:00-5:30
The BACDC is the premier event for professionals, students, and enthusiasts in the construction and design industry. This event provides industry professionals, educators and students with the opportunity to attend dynamic and industry leading presentations, workshops, tours, and networking events, with the opportunity to stay ahead in the ever-evolving industry.
Architectural Account Executive for the Caribbean Area
The BACDC 2025 kicks off with an exciting day of events with the BACDC 2025 Opening Ceremony.
The keynote speaker for Opening Ceremony will be, Mr. Omar Mohamed, who is the Architectural AE/Specification Consultant, Caribbean Area for The Sherwin-Williams Company, will explore the topic ‘Accessing Innovative Coating Technology for Healthy Building Design’.
A graduate in Marketing and Microbusiness, Omar Mohamed has been with the Sherwin-Williams Company for seventeen (17) years, managing both store and commercial accounts.
For fifteen (15) years, he implemented successful strategies to attain large commercial projects and grow high volume opportunities. In his current role as Architectural Account Executive for the Caribbean Area, he is responsible for the commercial architect, engineer, specifier and commercial designer portfolio in the region.
With extensive knowledge of Architectural and Light Industrial Coating Systems, Omar is well equipped to meet the demand for innovative and modern coating system solutions in the Caribbean.
The TVET Council is pleased to partner with The Sherwin-Williams Company again this year as Title Partner for BACDC 2025.
Executive Chairman of The Maloney Group
Mark Maloney is a leading personality in Barbados and the wider Caribbean region business environment and has amassed over 35 years’ experience in the construction, real estate development and manufacturing industries. He is the co-founder and Executive Chairman of Preconco Limited, a Barbadian precast manufacturing company formed in 1991, as well as a host of other businesses across the real estate development, construction, manufacturing, hospitality, finance, aviation and distribution sectors. He has also successfully turned his passion for motor sport into a highly successful business, establishing the leading motor racing circuit in the Caribbean, which has hosted numerous high profile international events.
Under Mark’s leadership, his diverse group of companies has become synonymous with some of the finest buildings and projects and has made an undeniable contribution to the beauty of the Caribbean landscape.
The Maloney Group of companies places strong emphasis on corporate performance and efficiency of operations and has invested significantly in its people, its technologies and its processes. The Group’s motto of “attention to detail” is seen in the results each company consistently delivers. The Group’s vision for growth through technology and energy efficiency, and its adoption of LEAN and AI into its businesses, has been embraced by its employees and customers. Some of the manufacturing operations are considered the most technically advanced in the Western hemisphere which is testament to their commitment to providing quality products and services. In recognition of his personal commitment to sustainability and efficiency in all that he and the Maloney Group is engaged in, Mark has personally led a variety of group-wide initiatives intended to minimise its carbon footprint and is looking to the renewable and sustainable energy sector in terms of both its operations and opportunities into which the Group can expand.
The TVET Council is please to partner with the Maloney Group for the BACDC as the featured speaker.
Dale Dangleben is a facilities management professional with over 15 years of experience across education, manufacturing, energy, and beverage industries. With a background in engineering and business, he leads with empathy, strategic thinking, and a commitment to operational excellence.
Currently overseeing facilities in the higher education sector, Dale manages complex operations, capital projects, and compliance. He’s known for building trust across diverse teams, resolving challenges with diplomacy, and creating safe, welcoming environments that support people and performance.
Arch. Douglas Stephenson is a Registered Architect in Jamaica employed to the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) since January 2021, currently serving as the Agency’s Architect Planner.
Previously, she was employed as an Associate Architect with Martin Lyn and Associates, Jamaica. She holds a M.Arch. from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Technology Jamaica.
She is the current President of the Jamaican Institute of Architects, a position she has held since May 2021, a LEED AP BD+C and a WELL AP.
Alyssa Inniss-Gittens is a creative, tenacious, and dedicated Interior Designer who excels in problem-solving through her multifaceted expertise in art and design. She graduated with a BFA (Hons) in Interior Design from the Savannah College of Art and Design, USA, and an MSc in Agile Methodologies and Digital Transformation from Structuralia, Spain. She also holds a certificate in Sustainable Construction Management from the University System of Maryland.
With experience spanning space planning, concept design, and 3D visualization, Alyssa brings a unique blend of creativity, strategy, and sustainable thinking to her work. Passionate about the role of design in enhancing quality of life, she is committed to creating resilient, human-centered, and environmentally responsible interior solutions. Her vision is to use design as a catalyst for positive social and environmental change, particularly within the Caribbean context.
Mrs. Natalee Harrigan is a highly regarded Occupational Safety and Health Professional, certified by the UK Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH) and trained through the UK National Examination Board for Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH). She holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management from the University of the West Indies, combining academic grounding with international professional credentials. With over 15 years of experience across both the public and private sectors, Mrs. Harrigan has worked in construction, property management, manufacturing, retail, and office environments. She has led the implementation of safety and environmental management systems, developed policies, risk assessments and plans, conducted worksite inspections, compliance audits, delivered customised training programmes, and performed ergonomic assessments. Her expertise is organisational culture change, and workforce engagement, where she has helped companies improve safety performance and achieve higher operational standards. She is also an experienced lecturer, consultant, and speaker, recognised for her ability to translate complex occupational health and safety concepts into practical, relatable guidance. Beyond the classroom and boardroom, Mrs. Harrigan is the voice behind the growing @safetyfirstlady Instagram platform, where she advocates for workplace health and safety in a way that is both engaging and accessible to wide audiences. Known for her dynamic and personable style, she brings both professionalism and relatability, connecting with individuals at all levels from frontline workers to senior executives, while championing a vision of safer, healthier, and more productive workplaces.
Sienna Lewis, a graduate architect at ACLA Architecture, earned her Master’s in Architecture with Honors from Florida International University in 2024. A recipient of both a Presidential Merit Scholarship and the TTIA’s Collin Laird Grant in 2023, she also serves as a newly elected member of the Commonwealth Youth for Sustainable Urbanisation (CYSU) Steering Committee. With a robust background in digitization tools, Sienna brings practical experience with multiple 3D modelling and simulation software, alongside her engagement with generative AI and the development of immersive virtual and augmented reality experiences. She is driven by the potential of emerging technologies to transform architectural practice, particularly in areas of learning, sustainability, and dynamic visualization. Her foundational experience at Florida International University's Robotics and Digital Fabrication Lab provided a unique environment to explore the nexus of cutting-edge technology and architecture, focusing on AI, computational design, and extended reality (XR).
Director, Consultant sUAS- Lead Instructor Caribbean Aerial Photography (CAP). David Lewis has worked in the field of Aerial Photography/Video for 12 years, specializing in areas where difficult filming is required. He has worked on several projects for international and regional firms. CAP prides itself on timely and effective service.
Paul Ritter is a seasoned program improvement leader and technical strategist with over two decades of experience advancing process optimization and organizational change. His career spans engineering, project management, and operations leadership, with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making and practical innovation.
Currently leading program improvement initiatives at a major Canadian utility, Paul brings a unique perspective on integrating AI and expert systems into traditional workflows—transforming how complex projects are planned and executed. At BACDC 2025, he will explore how artificial intelligence can sharpen site logistics planning, streamline schedules, and ultimately elevate project outcomes across the construction sector.
Gordon Ashby is an architect, director of Gordon Ashby Architect Ltd and practices in Barbados. He graduated from the University of Toronto in 1985 and has 39 years experience as an architect. His focus has been designing contemporary residences for a tropical lifestyle. He has also designed several schools and worked on numerous hotels, offices and warehouses. A former President of the Barbados Institute of Architects, he was instrumental in facilitating the passage of the Architects Registration Act in 2004. He is Honorary Secretary of the Barbados National Trust. In his spare moments he paints, cycles and walks on stilts.
Tommy Williams has been in the paint and coatings sector his entire career, which spans 35 years. Tommy worked for Valspar Paints in a plethora of roles for 25 years. He worked for PPG, as a Training Director for 4 years, and he has been with Keim Mineral Paints for 6 years as the Regional Sales Manager over the southern US.
Selling Keim is the most enjoyable job he has had in his paint selling career, as Keim is unique, and ideal for historic renovation and restoration, along with new construction and residential.Tommy looks forward to sharing the amazing benefits of Keim mineral paints and stains!
Florida & Caribbean Protective Coatings Markets
19 years Protective Coatings experience NACE Certified Level 2- #11773.
Greetings! My name is Christyan Loaiza, I also go by Chris. A little bit about me. I started with Sherwin-Williams back in 2006, as a part time driver while attending the University of Central Florida. I worked my way up, holding various positions such as sales associate, third key, manager trainee, assistant store manager, store manager, sales representative overseeing a residential repaint territory with a focus in decorative concrete, H&C sales representative, and SBU sales representative prior to my current role as Area Product Excellence Manager. My previous roles and markets I worked in have prepared me for my current role by giving me a multitude of exposure within various products, systems, and situations. By utilizing my almost 20 years’ experience in the paint and coatings industry, I am able to integrate our products and systems to provide solutions to our employees and customers within the Caribbean area. I continue to expand on my product knowledge by diving into new technologies and systems as they become available and pass on my knowledge and personal experience through trainings and demonstrations for not only the employees but also for the customers. I embrace not knowing everything and take every day as an opportunity to better myself
Registration for BACDC 2025 will open June 16th, 2025 and will be online and accessible via this page. In the meantime, if you are interested in taking part in the BACDC 2025 and need more information, you can contact the Lifelong Learning Unit via the TVET Council Barbados at (246) 434-3790. You can also monitor the Council’s social media channels for further information.
For the first time, BACDC will feature a Construction Open Day which will take place on September 24, 2025 in the Sandals Royal Car Park, commencing at 9:00 a.m.
The rationale behind the Construction Open Day & Job Fair is that the conference offers the opportunity for persons, particularly in construction, and design, to develop their professional knowledge.
The Construction Open Day is essentially, a market day where industry professionals can come and learn about the latest technology, equipment and materials being utilized in the sector.
This includes the suppliers of construction equipment and equipment rentals, building materials including cementitious and reinforcement materials, tiles, paints and coatings, fixtures and fittings, plumbing and electrical supplies. Also, there will be cutting edge construction services such as drone photography.
The Barbados Construction Gateway Training Initiative (BCGTI) will be hosting a job fair for graduates and participants of BCGTI and companies looking to expand their team.
The Construction Open Day & Job Fair is an important opportunity for contractors, project managers, masons, tilers, plumbers, carpenters, electricians, maintenance personnel, roof fitters, Do-it-Yourselfers and the public to learn more about the thriving construction industry in Barbados.
The Barbados Annual Construction and Design Conference Schools’ Design Competition challenges students to utilize the latest technology to design innovative solutions to challenges such as sustainable living and cost-effective construction design.
This exciting competition is a platform for visionary future designers, architects, engineers, and construction professionals to showcase their talent and ingenuity. We are looking for groups of individuals between 16 – 25 years of age attending at a training institution/centre (public and private). Students should bring groundbreaking ideas that will redefine the way we design, build and live within Barbados and the Caribbean.
The TVET Council is proud of the winners of the Schools’ Design Competition 2024, a team from BCC comprised of Nathan Drakes, Shakera Estwick and Timothy Taitt. We express our thanks and congratulations to all the participants who delivered designs of the highest quality. Here are the some of the design submissions from 2024.
Students who are interested in taking part in the BACDC 2025 Schools’ Design Competition can download the form below, and complete it, and email to llu@tvetcouncil.com.bb and office@tvetcouncil.com.bb.
TVET Council’s Lifelong Learning Unit at last year’s conference presented the Women in Construction Award and celebrated the achievements of women in construction. This year, the decision was made to host a full Dinner & Awards Ceremony.
In addition, the categories have been expanded to six, inclusive of Women in Construction, Architecture, Engineering, Construction (contractors and artisans), Support Services (retail and heavy equipment operators), and Education (Educator/ Instructor).
This initiative is meant to celebrate the contribution of the men and women in the Construction and Design Sector. The criteria for each category will include design excellence, sustainability, functionality, aesthetic appeal and space utilization, and technical merit.”
Recognise contractors who demonstrate sustainable practices, environmental considerations and is of significant benefit to the public welfare companies and artisans (ie. masons, carpenters, electricians, plumbers, tilers, welders etc.) who demonstrate a strong commitment to occupational health and safety, quality work, well-being and have soft skills.
Recognise architects whose achievements demonstrate excellent standards for accessibility, aesthetics, function and innovation, which contribute significantly to public welfare.
Recognise engineers whose achievements demonstrate sustainable practices such as disaster mitigation, contributing to the general welfare of the project that led to public safety and disaster prevention.
Recognise support services, i.e. retail companies who provide equipment & tools, rentals and purchases and finish solutions or maintenance services to the construction and design sector.
Recognise educators who facilitate and train students in skill-based areas such as masonry, carpentry, drafting, electrical, plumbing, tiling etc. for their significant contribution to the sectors.
Recognise women in construction who achievements demonstrate excellence in the construction and design sector, who coach and mentor other women or students for the continuation of and improvement of the industry.