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Our Senior Leadership

Massy Distribution Jamaica

SLT Members

David Affonso

President & Group CEO

Janine Chen

Vice President & CEO

Devon Bennett

Chief Operating Officer

Mervelyn Doughorty

AVP/Head - HR, Admin & HSSE

Nicolette Casey

AVP/Head - Consumer & Marketing Division

Ava Osbourne

Operations Manager

Semone Palmer

Head, Pharmaceutical
& Healthcare Division

David Affonso

President & Group CEO

David was appointed President & Chief Executive Officer in 2024. He joined the Board of Massy Holdings Ltd. in 2019 upon his appointment as Executive Chairman, Integrated Retail Business Unit.

David’s tenure with the Massy Group spans over three decades, during which time his extensive experience and keen business acumen have been invaluable assets to the Group.

Janine Chen

Vice President & CEO

Mrs. Chen, born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, has traversed a remarkable journey blending her passion for science, business, and education into a fulfilling career.

From her early aspirations of pursuing medicine to her current role as a seasoned professional in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry, her trajectory reflects dedication, resilience, and a commitment to making a positive impact.

Devon Bennett

Chief Operating Officer

Devon Bennett is a leading mastermind in the field of Finance and Accounting with over 20 years of experience. He completed his BSc. in Accounting followed by an MSc. in Management Information Systems at the University of the West Indies, Mona. Devon is licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) from the state of New Hampshire (USA), and is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Jamaica.

He has served in the capacity of Director and Financial Controller for Caribbean Bottlers as well as Director of Finance Manager for Kraft Foods Jamaica. He now sits as the Assistant Vice President for Finance at Massy Distribution with responsibility for Finance, Accounting, Procurement, and Information Systems.

Mervelyn Doughorty

AVP/Head - HR, Admin & HSSE

Mervelyn Doughorty was born in the bread basket parish of St. Elizabeth, where she spent her formative years surrounded by the vibrant culture of Jamaica. From a young age, Mervelyn harbored dreams of becoming a nurse, fueled by her innate desire to help others and make a meaningful difference in their lives. However, as fate would have it, her journey took her on a different yet equally fulfilling path.

This multi-skilled HR Practitioner and transformational leader has served as head of Human Resources and Administration in both the Public and Private Sectors across industries including Food Manufacturing, the Service Sector, Health Care, Transportation, and the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods industry.

Nicolette Casey

AVP/Head - Consumer & Marketing Division

Nicolette Casey was born in the vibrant city of Kingston, where her journey towards a dynamic and impactful career began. From a young age, Nicolette harbored ambitious aspirations of pursuing a career in law or delving into the complexities of finance as a Minister of Finance. However, fate had other plans for her, leading her down an unexpected yet fulfilling path.

After completing her education, Nicolette attained her MBA in International Business, equipping her with a solid foundation for her professional endeavors.

Semone Palmer

Head, Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Division

Born in the vibrant city of Kingston, Jamaica, at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Semone has always been drawn to roles that merge passion with purpose. Initially dreaming of a career in Medicine, Semone was captivated by the mysteries of medical science. However, life led Semone to the bustling world of business.

Semone’s career in the pharmaceutical industry began over two years ago as a category manager for over-the-counter products. This role was the first step in a storied career that has been marked by dedication to improving healthcare through strategic marketing and impactful leadership.