The University of the West Indies (UWI) St. Augustine Campus in Trinidad held its annual graduation ceremony on Friday, October 26, 2018. While the event itself is a staple in the academic calendar, this particular ceremony was marked by a moment of exceptional pride—not just for the university, but for Grenada.
Among the sea of graduates, Marline Baptiste, a humble and brilliant student from Loretto, Gouyave, St. John, stood tall and shone the brightest. Her name is still echoing through the halls of academia for her extraordinary performance and historic achievement at UWI.
Marline Baptiste graduated with First-Class Honours in Accounting Special, an impressive feat on its own. But her academic excellence didn’t stop there.
She was the recipient of several prestigious awards, including:
🏆 ACCA & ICATT Award for Most Outstanding Student – Accounting Special, Graduating Class of 2018
🏆 Deloitte & Touche Trinidad & Tobago Award for Most Outstanding Student in Accounting 2017/2018
🏆 Faculty of Social Sciences Award for First-Class Honours
These accolades were presented to her at UWI’s annual “Evening of Excellence”, held just days before the graduation ceremony. It was a night where top-performing students were celebrated, and Marline was indisputably among the elite.
Her achievements are especially significant considering the diversity and competitiveness of her graduating class, which included students from across the Caribbean and around the world.
Marline’s academic journey at UWI was nothing short of exceptional. From her first year, she consistently earned top grades, with over 90% of her courses marked with an A grade. Her remarkable GPA earned her a full scholarship, covering tuition, accommodation, books, and meals, a rare honor reserved for students with truly outstanding academic records.
Despite receiving multiple lucrative job offers from major firms such as KPMG and Ernst & Young in Trinidad, Marline made the heartfelt decision to return home to Grenada—choosing to contribute her talents and passion to the development of her homeland.
Today, Marline Baptiste is a key part of the team at JD Consulting, one of Grenada’s premier accounting and management consulting firms. As an Assurance Partner, she plays a pivotal role in delivering high-level financial and advisory services across sectors such as construction, tourism, state enterprises, and consumer services.
Backed by global credentials (ACCA) and grounded in strong local insight, Marline exemplifies JD Consulting’s core principles of Precision, Integrity, and Financial Clarity. Her leadership and expertise are helping to elevate the firm’s client service offerings and shape the future of finance in Grenada and beyond.
Marline’s journey is a powerful inspiration—not only for aspiring accountants and consultants but for all young Grenadians. She represents what is possible through discipline, humility, and academic excellence.
In an era when talent often migrates, Marline chose to bring hers back home. Her story is a reminder that Grenada’s brightest stars can shine both abroad and right here on our shores.
JD Consulting and the entire Grenadian community salute you. Your achievements are nothing short of historic, and your commitment to excellence continues to pave the way for future generations.
We are proud to call you one of our own.
We are proud to announce that JD Consulting has been officially listed as a partner agency with Grenada Co-operative Bank Limited under its MSME Support Services Program. This recognition highlights our continued commitment to empowering micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) with the tools, expertise, and advisory support they need to thrive in today’s dynamic business environment.
The MSME Unit of Co-op Bank was launched to provide not only financing solutions but also professional guidance to help MSMEs strengthen their operations. Through its MSME Partner Agencies, the bank connects entrepreneurs with trusted professionals across various sectors who can provide specialized services.
JD Consulting has been listed under the Accounting sector, offering businesses expert financial management support, including:
Accounting and bookkeeping services
Financial reporting and analysis
Tax planning and compliance
Business advisory and growth strategies
As part of this initiative, JD Consulting will continue to provide practical solutions tailored to the needs of MSMEs, ensuring that business owners can make informed decisions, improve compliance, and plan effectively for long-term success.
We are honored to join Co-op Bank’s panel of MSME Support Service Providers and look forward to collaborating with entrepreneurs across Grenada to strengthen financial foundations and contribute to the growth of the MSME sector.
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At JD Consulting, we are committed to supporting the growth and sustainability of Grenada’s business community. On May 22, 2025, our Managing Partner, Johnson Dion, facilitated a Financial Recordkeeping Seminar hosted by Grenada Co-operative Bank Limited at Coyaba Beach Resort. The seminar marked the first in a series of workshops aimed at equipping micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) with the tools to better manage their finances and strengthen their operations.
During the session, Mr. Dion emphasized the importance of proper recordkeeping and the preparation of timely financial reports. These practices are not only essential for regulatory compliance but also critical for informed decision-making, resource allocation, and long-term business sustainability.
Participants—representing diverse sectors such as trucking, construction, agriculture, auto sales, pharmaceuticals, pest control, and tourism—gained practical strategies to improve their financial management and planning.
Attendees left the seminar with actionable insights to apply directly in their businesses.
Kesmond Boatswain, owner of Verdant Auto and B’s Equipment Rental and Sales, remarked: “We are able to take home a lot of information that will aid us in being better businessmen and businesswomen.”
Paris Fraser, owner of Kloud Rivere, added: “This session impacted my intentions for the future growth of my business. I learned how I can use financial records to plan, not only for me, but also for my stakeholders, and to see where I can tap into additional resources.”
Through collaborations like this with Co-op Bank, JD Consulting continues to deliver on its mission to provide advisory support that helps businesses thrive. By combining technical expertise in accounting, taxation, and compliance with practical training, we empower MSMEs to build stronger foundations and pursue sustainable growth.
As Grenada’s business landscape evolves, JD Consulting remains a trusted partner for entrepreneurs and organizations seeking to enhance their financial management and achieve long-term success.
Andersen Global signed a Collaboration Agreement with St. George’s-based tax firm, JD Consulting, marking the debut of Andersen Global in Grenada as the organization continues to strengthen its growing presence in the Caribbean.
Established 19 years ago, JD Consulting, a full-service tax firm, has three Partners and more than 10 professionals on staff. Johnson Dion, Office Managing Partner, and the team provide tax services to private clients, owner-managed businesses and SMEs. They specialize in an array of sectors including corporate tax, personal tax, VAT, tax planning, tax controversies and arbitrations and offer a full range of accounting services.
“We pride ourselves on providing our clients with best-in-class solutions that enable them to thrive in today’s competitive business world,” Johnson said. “Collaborating with Andersen Global will allow us to be a one-stop shop for our clients and offer them the breadth and quality of a global firm while still providing them with a personal focus and tailored solutions that have been our service delivery signature over the years.”
“We are rapidly expanding our global platform in the Caribbean and have aligned ourselves with high quality firms in the region that complement our existing member firms and collaborating firms globally,” Andersen Global Chairman and Andersen CEO Mark Vorsatz said. “Johnson and his team demonstrate stewardship, transparency and independence when handling client matters and set the standard for tax services in Grenada. The addition of JD Consulting is another key addition as we continue our rapid growth in the region.”
Andersen Global is an international association of legally separate, independent member firms comprised of tax and legal professionals around the world. Established in 2013 by U.S. member firm Andersen Tax LLC, Andersen Global now has more than 6,000 professionals worldwide and a presence in over 181 locations through its member firms and collaborating firms.
Andersen Global Continues Caribbean Expansion with Addition of Grenadian Tax Firm
SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Andersen Global signed a Collaboration Agreement with St. George’s-based tax firm, JD Consulting, marking the debut of Andersen Global in Grenada as the organization continues to strengthen its growing presence in the Caribbean.
Established 19 years ago, JD Consulting, a full-service tax firm, has three Partners and more than 10 professionals on staff. Johnson Dion, Office Managing Partner, and the team provide tax services to private clients, owner-managed businesses and SMEs. They specialize in an array of sectors including corporate tax, personal tax, VAT, tax planning, tax controversies and arbitrations and offer a full range of accounting services.
“We pride ourselves on providing our clients with best-in-class solutions that enable them to thrive in today’s competitive business world,” Johnson said. “Collaborating with Andersen Global will allow us to be a one-stop shop for our clients and offer them the breadth and quality of a global firm while still providing them with a personal focus and tailored solutions that have been our service delivery signature over the years.”
“We are rapidly expanding our global platform in the Caribbean and have aligned ourselves with high quality firms in the region that complement our existing member firms and collaborating firms globally,” Andersen Global Chairman and Andersen CEO Mark Vorsatz said. “Johnson and his team demonstrate stewardship, transparency and independence when handling client matters and set the standard for tax services in Grenada. The addition of JD Consulting is another key addition as we continue our rapid growth in the region.”
Andersen Global is an international association of legally separate, independent member firms comprised of tax and legal professionals around the world. Established in 2013 by U.S. member firm Andersen Tax LLC, Andersen Global now has more than 6,000 professionals worldwide and a presence in over 181 locations through its member firms and collaborating firms.
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