KINGSTON, Jamaica — Last week, Sagicor Life Jamaica hosted a motivational seminar for financial advisors across the island as part of the company’s ongoing effort towards employee development.

The event was held at the AC Marriott Hotel in Kingston under the theme “Own the Outcome” on Wednesday, October 8.

The day’s programme featured a blend of motivational sessions, question and answer discussions and musical performances.

In his address, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sagicor Group Jamaica, Christopher Zacca, commended the advisors for their dedication and encouraged them to boldly tackle their goals.

“It is not just our skill or knowledge, but our undaunted spirit, whether adapting to change, reimagining the client experience or remaining grounded amid uncertainty. You all have consistently risen to the occasion, and I know that that will not change.”

Expressing his gratitude, he added, “Ladies and gentlemen, thank you so much for the incredible work you do, for your belief in your mission, for giving me the energy to continue just by being in your presence, and for proving every day what’s possible when we operate as one Sagicor.”

Former Member of Parliament, Lisa Hanna, was this year’s motivational speaker. She encouraged attendees to harness their power in shaping their paths and to embrace change.

Hanna emphasised that, “The greatest risk is not daring to change, it’s actually refusing to change.”

She urged bold action, encouraging attendees to “continue to think boldly, move courageously; not just for yourselves, but for the generations coming forward who will one day look back and say, they saw the future coming and they ran to embrace it. The future doesn’t reward the cautious; it rewards the courageous. Those who take the risk actually lead. Those who hesitate become followers.”

Another highlight of the event was the induction of three new members into the Sagicor Life’s Quota Hall of Fame: Patrick Sinclair, senior branch manager of the Montego Bay branch; Loeri Robinson, unit manager of the Holborn branch; and Denton Atkins, unit manager of the Mandeville branch.

The honour recognises their “outstanding performance and leadership”.

Attendees also heard from Sinclair in an interview with journalist Archibald Gordon, where he reminisced on his journey from advisor to branch manager.

The event also paid tribute to Bruce Lyn, Sagicor Life’s longest-serving advisor, and Mavis Ferguson for “perseverance and excellence within the advisory team”.