Latest update September 11th, 2026 10:26 AM
Guyana Lottery Company appoints three new directors
(Kaieteur News) – Guyana Lottery Company Limited (“GLCL”) this week announced the appointment of Ms. Kalima Ali, Mr. Michael Besley, and Mr. Ravi Singh to its Board of Directors.
The company in a press release said that the “newly appointed Directors bring significant leadership experience and deep expertise in the lottery and charitable gaming sector.”
“Their combined knowledge and strategic perspective will enhance the Board’s governance role and support the Company’s long-term direction.”
General Manager of Guyana Lottery Company and newly appointed director, Kalima Ali
Ms. Ali has served as the Company’s General Manager since August 2024 and is its first female Director. Mr. Michael Besley has been with GLCL’s parent company, Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited (“CBN”), since May 2002. He currently leads CBN’s Legal Department and, since 2021, has also served as Vice President, Corporate Affairs. Mr. Ravi Singh has more than 20 years of service with CBN and currently serves as Executive Vice President, Central America Lottery and Gaming.
“These appointments reflect GLCL’s continued commitment to operational excellence, strong corporate governance, and innovation across its business. The Board will play an important role in keeping the Company’s long-term strategy aligned with Guyana’s national development priorities while supporting sustainable growth and value creation,” the company said.
Further, the lottery company said that the appointments come at a pivotal time as the company advances initiatives to strengthen its market position, increase customer engagement, and expand its contribution to Guyana’s economic and social development.
“The addition of these experienced professionals further reinforces GLCL’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and high performance.
With this new and experienced leadership team, GLCL is well-positioned to further advance its strategic priorities, drive innovation in the sector, and continue delivering reliable, high-quality services to stakeholders and the Guyanese public,” the press release said.
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