Sheree Martin named first female CEO of NCBJ, effective Sept 1

Sheree Martin will become the first woman to serve as chief executive officer of National Commercial Bank Jamaica when her appointment takes effect on September 1, 2026. The bank’s board appointed her after several months as interim CEO.

Martin took over the interim role on January 19 and led the bank’s strategic and operational priorities. The bank said her appointment would provide continuity as it continues work on efficiency, governance and customer experience.

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Sheree brings deep institutional knowledge, a strong understanding of our customers and a clear appreciation of how the different parts of the Bank must work together to deliver

Robert Almeida, group chief executive of NCB Financial Group and chairman of NCBJ, said Martin’s interim leadership strengthened the board’s confidence in her ability to run the institution. “Sheree brings deep institutional knowledge, a strong understanding of our customers and a clear appreciation of how the different parts of the Bank must work together to deliver,” he said. “She combines strategic judgement with practical, hands-on leadership and a strong focus on execution.”

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She combines strategic judgement with practical, hands-on leadership and a strong focus on execution. These qualities will serve NCBJ well as it builds on the progress already underway.

Martin said she was honored by the appointment and intended to build on the bank’s existing foundation. “Our priorities are clear: empower our people within the right culture, improve the way we deliver and earn our customers’ confidence through the quality and consistency of the service, financial solutions and platforms they experience every day,” she said.

She brings more than 20 years of executive experience in financial services and energy. Before becoming interim CEO, she held responsibility for areas including retail banking, operations, credit underwriting, marketing and enterprise information management.

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Our priorities are clear: empower our people within the right culture, improve the way we deliver and earn our customers’ confidence through the quality and consistency of the service, financial solutions and platforms they experience every day.