For President | JCI Grenada 2027
Turning Commitment into Impact
Cameron Philbert
“I am standing for President because I want us to grow a chapter where members feel connected, understand where they can contribute, and have opportunities to develop as leaders.”
My vision
Our commitment should be visible in the experience we create for members and the difference we make across Grenada.
When members feel connected and know where they can contribute, our community projects become stronger. When those projects are planned, resourced and followed through, the chapter becomes more sustainable — and better able to keep developing members as leaders.
I will work alongside members, committees and the Executive Board to give these priorities clear responsibilities, practical plans and consistent follow-through.
A membership experience people value, with a clear opportunity for every member to contribute, learn and lead.
ExploreFlagship programmes shaped by members and guided by community needs, available resources and our capacity to deliver.
ExploreDependable support and an organisation capable of following through, from one leadership term to the next.
ExplorePriority 01
A growing chapter begins with a membership experience that people value. Every member should have a clear opportunity to contribute, learn and lead.
Build on our existing recruitment tools, maintain contact with prospective members, and help new members find their place after joining.
Match members' interests, skills and availability with clearly defined roles within committees and project teams.
Use the JCI Grenada Membership Platform as our central place for meeting notices, project updates, calendars and opportunities to participate. Keep information current and follow up so members know their roles, costs and arrangements.
Organise regular, low-cost meetings and activities at convenient venues, with shared transport arrangements where practical.
Give members opportunities to lead with guidance from experienced members, and acknowledge contributions throughout the year.
Shaped by members
Early in the term, we will establish a clearer picture of participation and seek members' feedback on their interests, participation barriers and project ideas. This feedback will help shape committee plans, flagship programmes and additional community initiatives.
Priority 02
Environmental sustainability, Project Bright Start, and developing young business leaders and entrepreneurs will be our flagship community impact areas for 2027. Members will help refine these priorities and propose additional projects, with decisions guided by community needs, available resources and our capacity to deliver.
These are proposed flagship priorities for 2027, not completed programmes.
Flagship 1
Support the Environmental Committee to develop and deliver a practical programme of environmental action, shaped by member feedback and community needs. Agree an annual work plan, partnerships, resources and measurable outcomes, supported by regular reporting and follow-up.
Flagship 2
Build on the school supplies initiative we commenced, working with schools and community partners to identify children's priority needs and organise support ahead of distribution.
Our follow-up will consider whether the supplies provided addressed those needs and what gaps remain. As partnerships and resources grow, we can extend the programme's reach across Grenada.
Flagship 3
Develop a practical pilot programme combining leadership development, business workshops and mentorship.
Participants would explore business planning, financial management, marketing, teamwork and managing operations. Each participant would develop an action plan, with a later check-in to understand how they have applied what they learned.
We will seek experienced business leaders and partner organisations to help shape and deliver the programme.
Priority 03
Our committees and programmes need dependable support and an organisation capable of following through.
Develop annual partnership opportunities around our programme of work. Partners should understand the needs being addressed, the contribution requested and how progress will be reported. Support can include funding, materials, venues, transport, professional services and mentorship.
Expand the Fundraising Committee's remit to include grant research, application planning, proposal development and grant reporting, alongside fundraising activities. Maintain an opportunity calendar and match projects with suitable funding.
Work with committees to agree annual work plans, budgets, financial responsibilities and a funding approach before activities proceed. Support adoption of the membership platform's dues and financial functions, with clear guidance for officers and members.
Agree objectives, measures of success and a reporting schedule with committees and project teams. Share quarterly updates covering participation, funding, expenditure, community outcomes and the next actions required.
Keep committee plans, project records, partner commitments, grant obligations, financial records and lessons organised so future boards can sustain our work and members can continue developing as leaders.
Record of service
In 2027, I want to build on this experience.
The plan
Days 1–30
Confirm each committee's leadership, membership, mandate and responsibilities, and review commitments, resources and support needs. Gather members' feedback on interests, participation barriers, flagship priorities and additional project ideas.
Days 31–60
Help each committee agree its work plan, calendar, budget, funding approach and measurable targets, with orientation and planning support. The Fundraising Committee will map grant opportunities and prepare an application calendar.
Days 61–90
Resolve outstanding setup needs, begin agreed activities and priority grant applications, and establish regular committee check-ins and reporting. Progress adoption of the platform's dues and financial functions, confirm arrangements for the young business leaders and entrepreneurs pilot, and share the first quarterly update.
2027 Presidential Manifesto
Seven pages setting out my commitment, my contribution in 2026, our three priorities and our first 90 days.
My commitment to you
I will lead with clear communication, shared responsibility and follow-through. I will listen to members, create opportunities for others to lead, and keep our attention on the commitments we make.
I ask for your support to serve as President of JCI Grenada in 2027.
Vote for Cameron for JCI Grenada President at AGM 2026
Election at the 2026 AGM · Presidential term 2027
