Governance

Dennis is Joint Managing Director of D&J Construction Co. Ltd. He is a second-generation construction professional and previous President of the Chamber of Commerce. With more than 20 years in the construction industry, Dennis has developed deep expertise in business development, negotiation, government relations, information technology, contract issues, and equipment. He has a certificate in Company Direction from the Institute of Directors and runs a successful in-house mentoring program. He joined the board in 2013.

Polina is the Chief Executive Officer of Tü.Ō Collective. With an MBA from Ivey School of Business at Western University, she brings a wealth of experience working in several startups and publicly listed companies. Her career shows demonstrated experience in efficiency optimization, process mapping, strengthening company culture, and revenue diversification strategies. She serves on several boards in her capacity as a governance, strategy, sustainability, and JEDI voice. Polina is fluent in English, Spanish and Bulgarian and loves to spend time with family, traveling and learning about different cultures. She joined the board in 2022.

Jamie is the Chief Accounting Officer at Renaissance Re Holdings Ltd. He brings over 20 years of experience from the financial services industry. Jamie’s career reflects a demonstrated track record in management and oversight of forecasting, planning and analysis activities across the company, financial reporting and controls, tax reporting and compliance. As a chartered professional accountant (CPA Canada), Jamie is a member of the Finance Committee. He joined the board in 2019.

Daina Casling is Partner and General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Aeolus Capital Management Ltd. She has over 20 years in the legal industry and brings experience in legal compliance, strategy and solutions, policy and procedure, and financial risk. She also serves on boards for the Chamber of Commerce and Bermuda Government Immigration. Daina believes that the “Somersfield Magic” is firmly attributed to its special teachers and sense of community. She joined the board in 2022.

Adrian is Deputy General Counsel at Validus Reinsurance, Ltd. He has cultivated 15 years of experience within the reinsurance, investments/treasury, and charity sectors and brings valuable perspectives to the Somersfield community. He is a religious Bermudian gay dad who loves to challenge the status quo. He serves as Chair of OUTBermuda, Bermuda’s only LGTBTQ+ focused charity. Adrian’s favourite jobs are husband to Shane and Papa to their son Grayson. He joined the board in 2023.

Mary is the President and CEO, North America (Life and Health) for Munich Re. She oversees a business with premiums under management of approximately $4Bn and 1,400 employees. Under her leadership, Munich Re has become the largest mortality risk taker in the Canadian market and a market leader in the United States. Mary is an experienced and well-known member of the reinsurance community and in her role at Munich Re she has held board positions (past and present) including Chair of the Board for Munich Re, Bermuda, Chair of the Munich American Reinsurance Company Board, Director of the Munich Reinsurance Company of Canada, and Director of Temple Insurance Company. She has served as Chair of the Board of the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association (CLHIA). She joined the board in 2023.

Lisa is currently the Chief of Staff at Mosaic Insurance and a senior strategy officer in the Insurance Industry. Having launched two successful startup insurance companies from the ground up, Lisa brings a wealth of experience in topics of acquisitions, capital management, rating agency management, and strategic growth. Lisa received the Business Insurance Women to Watch Award and was named one of Insurance Business Magazine’s Elite Women in 2016. She is currently the Chair of the Development Committee at Somersfield and regularly volunteers for Keep Bermuda Beautiful and Big Brothers, Big Sisters. She joined the board in 2021.

Richard is currently CEO of Park Indemnity Ltd. and has worked in the Insurance/Reinsurance industry for 37 years, including 20 years in a variety of leadership positions at AXIS Capital. Over the last 14 years, he has supported the school as previous Vice Chair of the Board and through various development projects. He joined the board in 2018.

Maamoun Rajeh is a prominent figure in Bermuda, known for his exceptional contributions to the local community. As an entrepreneur and philanthropist, he has made a significant impact through his innovative business ventures and dedication to social causes. Rajeh's commitment to fostering education and sustainable development has earned him widespread admiration. With his visionary leadership, he continues to inspire others and create positive change in Bermuda.