In its drive for strategic growth, VM Investments Limited (VMIL) has announced several key leadership changes and structural updates.

These changes align with the company’s long-term strategy for operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth. Allison Mais has been promoted to the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO) for VMIL and VM Wealth Management Limited, effective April 1, 2025. 

In this expanded role, Mais reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and assumes strategic oversight of critical operational areas across the business. This appointment underscores the organisation’s focus on operational agility and execution, with Mais’ leadership pivotal to scaling service delivery, improving internal processes, and supporting enterprise-wide efficiency. 

More promotions

Denise Marshall Miller’s portfolio has been upgraded to the role of Assistant Vice President – Global Markets & Digital Asset Trading, effective April 1, 2025. This change reflects the expanded mandate of the unit, which now includes a sharper focus on digital financial instruments and global trading. 

This role is critical to VMIL’s strategy of broadening its investment capabilities and capitalising on emerging opportunities in global and digital markets. Evette Bryan has been appointed Assistant Vice President – Treasury Operations and Brokerage Services, effective April 1, 2025, having previously served as Assistant Vice President – Treasury & Asset Management. 

In her enhanced role, Bryan will focus on strengthening the operational framework of VMIL’s brokerage services and improving payment processing systems. Her leadership will enhance operational stability and ensure that the brokerage business is responsive, resilient, and client-focused. 

New Appointments 

In further support of its strategic direction, VMIL is pleased to announce the following new leadership roles: 

• Sitarah Smith: Appointed Assistant Vice President – Investment Management & Structured Solutions, effective February 10, 2025. Smith’s appointment reflects VMIL’s deepened commitment to providing tailored investment strategies and bespoke structured products aligned to client needs. 
• Stuart Andrade: Assistant Vice President – Finance, effective April 17, 2025. Andrade’s appointment supports VMIL’s focus on financial discipline, strategic resource allocation, and enhanced reporting as the company continues to scale and evolve. 
• Strycen Williams: Appointed Senior Manager with responsibility for Transformation, effective January 20, 2025. Her expertise will drive transformation initiatives across business lines, reinforcing VMIL’s focus on innovation, client-centricity, and market relevance. 
• Mikhail McLeod: Appointed Manager with responsibility for Legal, Compliance, Investor Relations and Corporate Governance effective February 3, 2025. This addition strengthens VMIL’s governance framework, ensuring robust regulatory compliance and legal oversight in a complex financial landscape.

These changes reflect VMIL’s strategic focus on leadership development, business diversification, and operational excellence. The organisation remains committed to delivering value to clients, shareholders, and stakeholders through a forward-looking and performance-driven culture.