Mr. Agiste brings over 20 years of experience within the Banking, Finance, Accounting and Investments sectors. Currently serving as the Chief Administrative Officer (Acting) at 1st National Bank St. Lucia Limited, his responsibilities include a broad range of areas including Investments, Cards, Premises, Policies and Procedures, Operational Control, and Projects. He previously served in the roles of Chief Financial Officer and Finance Manager.

“In the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU), where financial institutions play a critical role in the region’s economic stability, maintaining trust is paramount. Mr. Agiste champions transparency, ethical conduct, and accountability as essential components of banking integrity, with decisions reflecting not only financial acumen but also unwavering adherence to moral principles. He encourages others to prioritize integrity in their roles, fostering a culture of trust within the ECCU banking community,” said The Bankers Association in a press release.

As Mr. Samuel Agiste of 1st National Bank St. Lucia Limited, takes the helm as the new President of the Bankers Association of Saint Lucia, he is supported by a cadre of banking professionals who form the Executive, including Vice President, Mrs. Gezella Claxton – Senior Country Lead, Republic Bank (EC) Limited; Secretary, Ms. Joralee Preville – Corporate Secretary, Financial Investment and Consultancy Services (FICS) Limited;

Public Relations Officer, Mrs. Arleta Rate-Mitchel – Senior Manager, Retail Banking, Bank of Saint Lucia Limited; and Treasurer, Ms. Leona Edward – Finance Manager, Sagicor Finance Inc.