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Marc Melville has over 31 years’ experience in the business of the group, starting with his tenure at Tropical Battery on April 1, 1996 where he was committed to learning the business “from the ground up”. Marc rose to hold the position of General Manager and is currently the Chairman of Tropical Battery where he is responsible for strategic planning.
Marc is also the CEO of the Chukka Group, with operations in Jamaica, Belize, Cayman, Barbados, Turks and Caicos. Marc has been a member of the Board of the Jamaica Tourist Board since 2013.
Marc Ramsay joined the Board of Tropical Battery on January 13, 2020. Marc is an Attorney-at-Law called to the Bar in Barbados, Jamaica, and Belize and a Professionally Accredited Corporate Secretary and Professionally Accredited Director (GovStrat).
As Managing Partner of Ramsay & Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, his practice focuses on mergers and acquisitions, finance, and international trade, including advising Diverze Assets Inc, Tropical Battery Company Limited and the Chukka group. He is an Approved Mentor by the Jamaica Stock Exchange.
Marc has served on several private and public sector boards including One Great Studio Limited, Aeronautical Telecommunications Limited (AEROTEL), Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority, Teacher Services Commission, and Key Insurance Company Limited.
Passionate about service, Marc was Chairman of the Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Library Service Advocacy Committee, an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of the West Indies Faculty of Law, and coach to the international law mooting team at the Norman Manley Law School.
Ricardo Hutchinson joined the Board of Tropical Battery on June 2, 2017. Ricardo has more than 10 years’ experience in the Caribbean banking sector providing corporate banking and capital markets solutions to clients across the Caribbean region.
Before joining Portland Private Equity, Ricardo held the role of Associate Director of Investment Banking with a leading regional commercial bank where he was responsible for leading the structuring and successful placement of several capital markets transactions. He holds a Master of Science degree in Economics from the University of the West Indies and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) holder.
Jody Gager-Rose is a distinguished finance professional with over 21 years of experience in accounting, including 9 years at a senior management level. She holds a Masters of Business from Heriot-Watt University and is a Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant and a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Jamaica.Jody’s expertise lies in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), with a proven track record in preparing standalone and consolidated financial statements, particularly within the travel, leisure, and tourism sectors.
Her career highlights include her tenure as Chief Financial Officer, where she oversaw the accounting, purchasing, and IT departments. At a Big Four audit firm, Jody rose to the position of Director, where she supported audit business operations across the Caricom region.Her accomplishments have been acknowledged with awards such as Manager of the Year for 2011/2012 and the Sushil Jain Award for her academic achievements.
Mr. Andrew Cramer is a co-founder and COO of KAYA and oversees project development and implementation processes. He is a frequent speaker at regional energy and technology conferences including the MIT Technology Review’s EmTech and the Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum – on topics including the role disruptive technologies like machine learning will play in the renewable energy industry.
Before KAYA, Mr. Cramer worked with the United Nations as a post-conflict electoral consultant in countries including Timor-Leste, Nepal, Sudan, Comoros, Afghanistan, and Libya.
In 2017, Mr. Cramer was selected to be among 90 thought leaders from around the world to participate in a program – funded by Google and based on the NASA Ames Research Facility in Silicon Valley – to examine how exponential technologies can be leveraged to address the negative impacts of climate change. Mr. Cramer has a degree in Environmental Sciences from Loyola University Chicago and a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University.
Stacy-Ann has been a part of the Tropical Battery family for close to 9 years. Her portfolio includes direct oversight of our warehouse distribution, Battery Recycling & Export coordination, Occupational Health & Safety, Corporate Social Responsibility, Administration & Maintenance Management and overall general operations.
Stacy-Ann graduated from the University of the West Indies with honours in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Labour & Employment Relations.
Reshando joined Tropical Battery Company Limited in July 2017 in the capacity of Financial Controller. He is responsible for the accounting and financial operations of the company which includes, generating and reporting periodic financial statements by International Financial Reporting Standards.
He is a graduate of Northern Caribbean University and the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting and a Commonwealth Executive Master of Business Administration respectively.
He has over 10 years of experience in accounting, external audit, real estate industry and merchandising.
Oliver Hill is CEO of Tropical Renewable Energy, Tropical Mobility, and Tropical Finance, majority-owned subsidiaries established in 2022 to facilitate the transition to sustainable energy and transport. Oliver brings nearly two decades of experience in mergers and acquisitions intelligence and consulting across Latin America and the Caribbean.
Before joining Tropical Battery, he worked as a consultant with the Inter-American Development Bank, where he supported the energy, water, and state modernization portfolios. Oliver holds a Bachelor of Science from Cornell University and a Master of Science from Columbia University.
David joined our Management Team in August 2021 in the capacity of Director of Sales & Marketing. David is an innovative commercial leader with a background in both Sales & Marketing. With over 20 years of experience as a team lead for commercially successful brands, in the alcoholic beverage and FMCG industries, as well as entrepreneurial ventures in the Entertainment & Hospitality Industry, David has consistently built brands and delivered commercial results.
Jeffrey Brown is a seasoned IT professional with over 18 years of experience in managing and maintaining complex network infrastructure, hardware, and software systems. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong ability to support and optimize operations for a variety of organizations in Jamaica. Jeffrey has been with Tropical Battery since February 2023, he oversees the entire IT infrastructure, administers LAN and wireless (WAN) networks and leads project management initiatives. Jeffrey’s career trajectory demonstrates a deep dedication to the IT field. He has consistently developed his skills and taken on increasingly complex roles, showcasing his ability to adapt and thrive in different environments. With his comprehensive knowledge, technical expertise, and leadership qualities, Jeffrey Brown is a valuable asset to any organization requiring a reliable and efficient IT manager.
As a Silicon Valley pioneer, we collaborate with the brightest minds to develop frontier technologies, ensuring our batteries meet the highest reliability standards for advanced applications, including:
Rose Batteries prides itself on its rigorous standards, holding ISO-9001:2015 certification along with other key industry certifications like UN 38.3, IEC 62133, and UL, CSA, MSHA, etc.
We specialize in designing and installing high-performance photovoltaic systems built to withstand the Caribbean’s harsh weather conditions.
We offer comprehensive project development and financial structuring tailored to your specific needs, and site requirements.
Operations, Maintenance, & Optimization:KAYA provides ongoing operations, maintenance, and optimization services, guaranteeing long-term performance and a high return on your solar investment.
Our low-maintenance, fully automated energy storage systems are designed to integrate seamlessly with your solar infrastructure, providing reliable power even during grid disruptions.
We offer comprehensive services including battery installation, free electrical testing, battery repairs, on-site battery replacement, tyre installation, and expert advice. Our Mobile Response Unit ensures minimal downtime by delivering services directly to your business location.
Tropical Battery also provides a wide array of products such as automotive and industrial batteries, inverters, solar panels, coolants, car-care accessories, brake fluid, and engine oils. Our products are designed to meet the highest standards of reliability and efficiency.
Committed to sustainability, Tropical Battery leads in the renewable energy sector with advanced lithium-iron phosphate batteries and solar solutions. We also manage robust recycling programs, approved by the Jamaica National Environmental Protection Agency and the environmental protection agencies of the countries where the recycling facilities are located.
Jody Gager-Rose is a distinguished finance professional with over 21 years of experience in accounting, including 9 years at a senior management level. She holds a Masters of Business from Heriot-Watt University and is a Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant and a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Jamaica.
Jody’s expertise lies in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), with a proven track record in preparing standalone and consolidated financial statements, particularly within the travel, leisure, and tourism sectors. Her career highlights include her tenure as Chief Financial Officer, where she oversaw the accounting, purchasing, and IT departments. At a Big Four audit firm, Jody rose to the position of Director, where she supported audit business operations across the Caricom region.
Her accomplishments have been acknowledged with awards such as Manager of the Year for 2011/2012 and the Sushil Jain Award for her academic achievements.
Mr. Andrew Cramer is a co-founder and COO of KAYA and oversees project development and implementation processes. He is a frequent speaker at regional energy and technology conferences including the MIT Technology Review’s EmTech and the Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum – on topics including the role disruptive technologies like machine learning will play in the renewable energy industry.
Before KAYA, Mr. Cramer worked with the United Nations as a post-conflict electoral consultant in countries including Timor-Leste, Nepal, Sudan, Comoros, Afghanistan, and Libya.
In 2017, Mr. Cramer was selected to be among 90 thought leaders from around the world to participate in a program – funded by Google and based on the NASA Ames Research Facility in Silicon Valley – to examine how exponential technologies can be leveraged to address the negative impacts of climate change. Mr. Cramer has a degree in Environmental Sciences from Loyola University Chicago and a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University.
Itamar Frankenthal is the Founder and Managing Director of New Concord Capital, LLC. As an Electrical Engineer, Mr. Frankenthal is well-versed with batteries and the technology industry at large. He gained technical experience as a systems and software engineer at the Information and Electronic Warfare division of BAE Systems where Mr. Frankenthal developed next-generation technology for the F-15 radar system and counter-missile defense systems for the Department of Homeland Security.
Mr. Frankenthal gained production, operational, management, and marketing experience at Global Foods International (“GFI”), a niche custom foods specialty manufacturer, where he led a division, reported directly to the CEO, and was one of three members of the executive team. Mr. Frankenthal gained financial skills as a quantitative financial analyst at Sanford Bernstein Alliance Capital (“AB”). At AB, Itamar researched and created modules for a patented model to forecast global capital markets and asset classes using advanced regression techniques resulting in an analysis of $50B in investments and new business of $1B in Europe and Asia.
Mr. Frankenthal holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the City University of New York where he led his team to win the capstone robotics competition and graduated summa cum laude. He holds an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School where he graduated with EC Honors. Mr. Frankenthal joined the board of Tropical Battery Company Limited in February 2024.
Marc Ramsay joined the Board of Tropical Battery on January 13, 2020. Marc is an Attorney-at-Law called to the Bar in Barbados, Jamaica, and Belize and a Professionally Accredited Corporate Secretary and Professionally Accredited Director (GovStrat). As Managing Partner of Ramsay & Partners, Attorneys-at-Law, his practice focuses on mergers and acquisitions, finance, and international trade, including advising Diverze Assets Inc, Tropical Battery Company Limited and the Chukka group. He is an Approved Mentor by the Jamaica Stock Exchange.
Marc has served on several private and public sector boards including One Great Studio Limited, Aeronautical Telecommunications Limited (AEROTEL), Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority, Teacher Services Commission, and Key Insurance Company Limited. Passionate about service, Marc was Chairman of the Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Library Service Advocacy Committee, an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of the West Indies Faculty of Law, and coach to the international law mooting team at the Norman Manley Law School.
Caryl Fenton is a Chartered Accountant, having retired as an audit partner on September 30, 2011, from the firm KPMG Chartered Accountants. She joined the Board Of Tropical Battery on January 13, 2020. During her 30 years at KPMG, she held engagement partner responsibility for a large portfolio of KPMG’s clients and the human resources area of that firm’s administration. Audits included some of Jamaica’s largest general insurance companies and two life insurance companies. Within KPMG, her other responsibilities included being Head of Audit for the Jamaican member firm and KPMG CARICOM. This role involved oversight of quality control and training. Ms. Fenton chaired the Accounting Standards Committee of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Jamaica for over eight years and represented that body on the Council of the Jamaica Stock Exchange.
Ricardo Hutchinson joined the Board of Tropical Battery on June 2, 2017. Ricardo has more than 10 years’ experience in the Caribbean banking sector providing corporate banking and capital markets solutions to clients across the Caribbean region. Before joining Portland Private Equity, Ricardo held the role of Associate Director of Investment Banking with a leading regional commercial bank where he was responsible for leading the structuring and successful placement of several capital markets transactions. He holds a Master of Science degree in Economics from the University of the West Indies and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) holder.
On May 19, 2016, Daniel took up the role of the VP of Sales & Marketing at Tropical Battery, where his skills allowed him to lead the sales team and execute successful customer service strategies. Since taking over this role the sales have grown by more than 15% annually on average. He teams up with all department heads to brainstorm, motivate, and inspire our fellow employees while overseeing business operations. In June 2021 he was promoted to Chief Operating Officer COO. Daniel is also a board member, and his mandate is to ensure that Tropical Battery is constantly moving toward fulfilment of its short-term and long-term goals and does not diverge from its strategic plan.
Before Tropical Battery, he worked for over 14 years at the Chukka Group. Both on the operating side and the marketing team. Before that, with Carnival Cruise Lines which helped him to gain a unique understanding of visitors’ vacation preferences and needs.
Marc Melville has over 31 years’ experience in the business of the group, starting with his tenure at Tropical Battery on April 1, 1996 where he was committed to learning the business “from the ground up”. Marc rose to hold the position of General Manager and is currently the Chairman of Tropical Battery where he is responsible for strategic planning.
Marc is also the CEO of the Chukka Group, with operations in Jamaica, Belize, Cayman, Barbados, Turks and Caicos. Marc has been a member of the Board of the Jamaica Tourist Board since 2013.
Alexander Melville has served as CEO of Tropical Battery since January 1, 2015, bringing over 30 years of experience in the energy storage and automotive industries. Starting his journey at Tropical Battery in roles such as warehouse and receivables clerk and later finance director, Alexander’s career progression reflects his deep knowledge of the company’s operations and his commitment to its growth.
A key milestone in Alexander’s leadership was the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Tropical Battery, which he spearheaded, resulting in the company’s successful listing on the Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) in September 2020. This move not only strengthened the company’s financial foundation but also set the stage for further growth and innovation.
Under his leadership, Tropical Battery expanded beyond Jamaica, strategically entering the Dominican Republic and U.S. markets. He led the acquisition of Kaya Energy Group in the Dominican Republic, positioning the company as a key player in the region’s renewable energy sector, and Rose Batteries in San Jose, California, marking Tropical Battery’s entry into the U.S. market with advanced energy storage solutions.
In addition to his role at Tropical Battery, Alexander serves on the board of Eppley Limited, where he is involved in the Audit and Remuneration Committees, and holds leadership roles in the Chukka Group, including as Treasury Director of Chukka Caribbean Adventures Ltd.
His strategic vision and leadership in driving international expansion and complex acquisitions have positioned Tropical Battery as a significant player in the Caribbean and U.S. energy markets, ensuring sustainable growth and long-term success for the company.
