Dr Peter Phillips appointed executive-in-residence of Mona School of Business and Management

Dr. Peter Phillips, a distinguished public servant with over three decades of experience in the Jamaican government, has been appointed executive-in-residence at the Mona School of Business and Management (MSBM). The appointment, effective June 15, 2026, places a leader known for his strong results across various ministerial portfolios at the helm of a program designed to connect academia with seasoned professionals.

Global institutions, including the International Monetary Fund, have lauded Phillips's skills as a policymaker. MSBM stated the appointment aligns with its commitment to providing students and faculty with access to accomplished leaders. The executive-in-residence program facilitates meaningful interactions between academic environments and figures from both public and private sectors, fostering the development of future decision-makers.

Beyond his extensive public service, Dr. Phillips possesses a strong academic background. He previously served on the faculty of The University of the West Indies (UWI) before entering public policy, producing significant research in economic development, governance, and public finance. His contributions have been recognized with the Order of Jamaica (OJ) in 2021, The Gleaner's Man of the Year award in 2015, and an Award for Public Service for his work as minister of finance and planning.

Dr. Phillips holds degrees from Jamaica College and UWI, including a doctorate in International Political Economy from the State University of New York at Binghamton. In 2025, he received an Honorary Doctor of Economics from the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean. In his new voluntary role, he will act as a liaison between MSBM and the wider society, contributing to policy-oriented research and upholding UWI's mission. He joins existing executives-in-residence Leighton McKnight and Harry Smith.

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As executive-in-residence, Dr Phillips will serve as a bridge between the business school and the private and public sectors, engaging with students, faculty and the wider society to share his expertise. He will also contribute to policy-oriented research and publication in support of the UWI’s mission and vision.