KINGSTON, Jamaica— JFP Limited has appointed Metry Seaga as chairman of the board following the conclusion of Lisa Bell’s tenure.

This was announced by the company in a media release on Thursday.

Seaga previously served as chief executive officer (CEO) at the organisation. Andrea Melis, formerly advisor to the CEO and chief operating officer (COO), has been appointed CEO.

Stephen Sirgany has retired from his role as COO and will continue to serve as a valued member of the board, ensuring the company retains the benefit of his extensive experience and institutional knowledge.

JFP said during her tenure as chairman, Bell guided the company through a period marked by significant challenges while helping to establish the foundation for its current growth strategy and ensuring continuity in leadership and governance.

“Serving as chairman has been a true honour. I am grateful to the board, shareholders and the dedicated team with whom I had the privilege of working. Although we faced significant challenges occasioned by COVID, the passing of hurricane Melissa and ongoing geopolitical issues, I have always remained confident in the company’s ability to grow and achieve even greater success in the years ahead,” Bell said.

As he assumes the role of chairman, Seaga shared his perspective on the opportunities ahead: “JFP has built a strong foundation over the years, and we are entering a new phase that requires continuity and fresh perspectives. I thank Lisa Bell for her leadership and contribution to the company during an important period in its development. I look forward to working closely with the board and management team to strengthen the progress made and continue delivering long-term value for our shareholders, customers and employees.”

Melis looks forward to building on this momentum in his new role as CEO.

Since joining JFP in June 2025, he has led the implementation of 58 initiatives across seven core areas of the business to improve operational performance, expand regional opportunities, enhance quality controls and increase commercial activity. As a result, average contract values increased by 50 per cent to $4.8 million, while the company’s active pipeline expanded nearly fourfold to approximately $1.3 billion.

“Since arriving, I have identified significant growth opportunities for JFP across Jamaica, the Caribbean and the broader Central American region,” Melis shared. “My primary focus will be driving a regional and international expansion strategy, spanning both sales and procurement, to expand our reach into markets and business segments we have yet to engage with. We are building a business with greater speed, precision and reach, and I am committed to accelerating that progress as we scale into our next phase of growth.”

JFP said the transition comes against a backdrop of operational improvements and the strengthening of the company’s commercial outlook.

Over the last 12 months, the JFP has focused on prudent cost management, stronger pricing strategies, tighter operational controls and renewed commercial execution, resulting in a clear path back to profitability and positioning the business for local growth in Jamaica and regional expansion.