Year 11 Further Education and Apprenticeship Journey Talks
Business Engagement Officer Jane and Communications Assistant Rebecca were very pleased to be invited to speak to the Year 11 class by Falkland College about their career journeys from FICS to the roles they currently hold at FIDC, through further education and apprenticeship routes, highlighting the different avenues and choices available to students.
Rebecca Clarke appointed FIDC Communications Assistant
FIDC are pleased to introduce Rebecca Clarke, who has joined the team as Communications Assistant. The exciting new position will support the Business Engagement Officer in the development of promotional material, assisting with the management of FIDC’s online presence, including the delivery of the Youth Entrepreneurship Scheme. Having previously attended the FIDC business breakfast in […]
Mhari Ashworth new Co-Opted FIDC Board Member
The FIDC Board are pleased to introduce Mhari Ashworth as the newest Co-opted member. Mhari has replaced Tom Blake, and began the position in July 2024. Tom Blake started his career with FIDC as a Management Trainee in 1995, and joined the Board in September 2019. FIDC would like to express its gratitude for Tom’s […]
FIDC Business Breakfast 2024
The FIDC Business Breakfast was held this morning in collaboration with Falkland College, giving returning and current students the opportunity to network with individuals within their chosen industries. The event is an opportunity for students to receive a wealth of knowledge and advice relating to their interests and we are very pleased to be able […]
International Speakers High Point at Inaugural FIDC Economic Development Forum
Horizon scanning event brings outside organizations to the Falkland Islands, spotlighting global shifts in the maritime, agriculture and tourism sectors. With an emphasis on resiliency, education, and collaboration, three international speakers presented on key trends and global developments in the industries of maritime, agriculture, and tourism as part of the Falkland Islands Development Corporation (FIDC) […]
5 Year Anniversary for Financial Controller Janet McLeod
FIDC Financial Controller Janet McLeod celebrates her 5 year anniversary with the Corporation. Falkland Islander Janet qualified as an accountant with the ACCA. Her accounting career began in the UK with British Aerospace. Later, back in the Islands, she worked for the Falkland Islands Company Ltd keeping the farms’ books until their disposal to Falkland […]
FIDC Represents Falkland Islands at Global Islands Forum
Businesses in the Falkland Islands and their adoption of renewable technologies were at the heart of conversation during a panel discussion featuring Zachary Franklin, Managing Director of the Falkland Islands Development Corporation, in Prince Edward Island, Canada, in May 2024. Speaking at the Global Sustainable Islands Summit 2024 by island network group Island Innovation, Franklin […]
FIDC Attends Transition Week Business Breakfast
Business Engagement Officer Jane attended the Transition Week Business Breakfast this morning. A massive thank you to Falkland College for hosting such a worthwhile event each year. Business Engagement Officer Jane enjoyed speaking with Mina, Angela and Grayson about their career aspirations and answering their questions around business and marketing. FIDC would like to wish […]
FIDC Hosts Session for Year 11 Transition Week Programme
Sian, Farrah and Jane hosted the annual session for the Falkland Islands Community School (FICS) leavers to start their transition week with Falkland College. They were given a scenario along with a pack of information and asked to complete a Personal Survival Budget. It was a fantastic morning encouraging them to think about living expenses […]
Hillside Business Park – Beauty Care & Waxing by Joss
With 11 years of experience Joselyn Segovia Ojeda opened her business Beauty Care & Waxing by Joss on the 1st of May 2023. Having lived in the Islands since 2017 Joselyn waited to open her business until she had learned English and was confident she could provide a great service to the community. To add […]
