NCB Financial Group mourns the loss of its beloved colleague Dr Rickert Allen who served as Senior General Manager – Group Human Resources and Facilities Division of the National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited. “We regret the passing of Dr. Allen, a true visionary who has left an indelible mark on our organization having touched so many areas of our business and most importantly, the lives of past and present employees of the Group,” said NCBFG’s President, Patrick Hylton, who also extended condolences to his wife - Rhoma, son - Christopher, grandchildren - Michael and Jaidyn; and other family members. Dr. Allen served NCB for over 18 years and in his capacity as a division head, he has mentored a wide cross section of team members at all levels within the organisation. “Rick was an honourable man who had many great qualities; among them were his pragmatic approach to leadership, his courage to always speak the truth even when it was difficult and above all, an abiding respect for all whom he interacted with,” Hylton stated. Fondly remembering the camaraderie they shared as colleagues, Hylton noted that, “Rick loved life and always found the most efficient ways to get a task done. He was innovative to say the least and always aimed for excellence.” That he will miss his colleague and friend is fact, but despite his grief, the NCBFG President provided a word of inspiration and comfort to those who knew and loved, Dr. Allen. “Rick was a giant among men, who dared greatly and led a life that was analogous to the famous quote by celebrated American architect Daniel Burnham, ‘Make no little plans; they have no magic to stir men's blood and probably themselves will not be realized. Make big plans; aim high in hope and work, remembering that a noble, logical diagram once recorded will never die, but long after we are gone be a living thing, asserting itself with ever-growing insistency.’ ” Such was the man, he dreamed big dreams, accomplished much to be proud of during his time here on earth and in so doing, left an irreplaceable legacy upon which we will continue to build in service to our customers, staff members and shareholders. Dr. Rickert Allen transitioned on Saturday, April 11 at his home. About NCB Financial Group NCB Financial Group Limited (“NCB”) was incorporated in April 2016 to be licensed under the Banking Services Act as the financial holding company for National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited (“NCBJ”). NCB is the largest and most profitable financial services group in Jamaica with roots dating back to 1837. Through the bank and its wealth management, life and general insurance, and offshore banking subsidiaries, NCB provides a wide array of financial products and services to meet the needs of individual and business clients. The NCB Group includes NCBJ, NCB Capital Markets Limited and its subsidiaries in Barbados and Cayman, NCB Insurance Company Limited, NCB (Cayman) Limited, Clarien Group Limited and its subsidiaries in Bermuda, Guardian Holdings Limited and its subsidiaries as well as NCB Global Finance Limited in Trinidad and Tobago. - End - NCB Financial Group Limited 32 Trafalgar Road | Kingston 10 | Jamaica W.I. www.myncb.com Nichole Brackett Walters, Manager – Group Marketing and Communications Unit Tel: 876-935-2342; Email: [email protected] Jacqueline De Lisser, Head - Group Investor Relations, Performance Monitoring & Planning Tel: 876-935-2540; Email: [email protected]