Keeping Our Portfolio Diversified
Our investing strategy is the common act of allocating resources, usually money, with the expectation of generating an income or profit for limited partners or shareholders. The primary goal is to grow your wealth over time by putting your money to work in various financial instruments or assets.
Our investing strategy is the common act of allocating resources, usually money, with the expectation of generating an income or profit for limited partners or shareholders. The primary goal is to grow your wealth over time by putting your money to work in various financial instruments or assets. Here are some key aspects of investing:
Caribe Capital Management investing strategy is financially engineered and implemented with the primary purposes to grow the value of the invested capital over time, earning regular income through dividends, spreads, interest or rent, protecting the invested amount from loss by spread investments across different assets classes to reduce risks.
Investing is essential for financial growth and stability however it requires informed decision-making and a clear understanding of your financial objectives. We not only offer quarterly returns on investment, annual dividends payments however also the funding of a start-up venture or development project or a capital investment of limited partners.
Principles of Investing
Risk and Return:
Higher potential returns usually come with higher risks. Understanding your risk tolerance is crucial.
Time Horizon:
The length of time you plan to hold an investment, influencing the types of investments suitable for you.
Diversification:
Reducing risk by investing in a variety of assets.
Due Diligence:
Researching and analyzing investments to make informed decisions.
Liquidity:
How easily an investment can be converted to cash without affecting its market price.
The benefit of investing your money is that you grow your financial resources to achieve long-term financial plans, generate returns that outpace inflation to maintain purchasing power, build up a nest egg to support your lifestyle or post-retirement and be able to fund major expenses like a house, education or business ventures.
Services
Financial, Credit & Valuation Analyses
Financial, credit and valuation analyses are used to determine the profitability, efficiency, asset utilization, coverage, leverage and liquidity of an asset for investment. Valuation techniques such as asset, income and market approaches are additional required value services that aid in making precise and sound quantitative analyses.
Economic Research & Risk Management
Economic research service for capital markets investments, play a crucial role in the broader economy by facilitating the transfer of capital between investors and companies. Risk management service consists of identifying, assessing and prioritizing risks, followed by coordinating resources to minimize, monitor and control the probability or impact of adverse events.
Seasoned Professionals in Charge
Lee A. Blackman
Director | Finance & Investment Banking
Lee established Caribe Capital Management LLC in 2022 on St. Kitts & Nevis, and played an important role in re-establishing the company on Saint Martin in 2024, has led the firm as director general ever since.
He posses professional and specialist accredited certifications in Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyses, ESG integration, Leader Effectiveness and Commercial Real Estate Finance & Lending.
Fluent in English, Papiamento and Dutch.
Maëlys Laramy
Associate | Operations & Business Management
Maëlys joined CCM & Associates in 2025 and is lead pertaining to investment, real estate and ESG management teams. Maëlys is fluent in French, Spanish & English.
Attended the University of the Antilles, Guyana,
Bachelor's degree with honors from University of the Antilles, BNSSA (National School of Management) and Master's Degree (MEEF) (PE), INSPE (Guadeloupe).
First year master's degree practical internship.
Cherry Clift
Associate | Chief Market Strategist & Business Development Management
Ms. Cherry Clift joined CCM & Associates in 2024 as a key member of our executive team. Originally from the UK, she brings a wealth of expertise in real estate, property transactions, and business development across the UK, Europe, and the Caribbean.
With extensive experience as a Senior Sales and Business Development Manager, Cherry has successfully led high-performing teams, identifying new business opportunities and driving revenue growth in alignment with strategic sales objectives.
Anlucinda I. Mijdt
Associate | Banking & Credit Management
Anlucinda joined CCM & Associates in 2023 and leads the team as director of local, regional and international banking & credit operations, products and services. She is a key managing executive which brings 41 years of experience to the team. Ann is very fluent in English.
Ann was at the helm of Chase Manhattan Bank as branch manager for 15 years, head of the customer services department for Antilles Banking Corp, RBTT & RBC. She also led the international collections, swift transfers and delinquent collection departments in her tenure of banking.
She graduated in 1969 from St Leonards High, Pitman’s Training Institute in London and Grace Hill Bible University in the USA.
Serge F. Bille
Associate | Legal Counsel & Compliance
Master Serge BILLE is a lawyer registered with the Guadeloupe, Saint-Martin, and Saint-Barthélemy Bar since 2003.
With over 20 years of experience, he is based in Saint-Martin, where his firm offers a wide range of legal services. Recognized for his expertise, he works in several areas of law, including civil law, real estate law, business law, family law and criminal law.
Curtis R. Helligar
Director | Corporate & Investor Relations Management
Curtis established Caribe Capital Management LLC in 2022 on St. Kitts & Nevis, and played an important role in re-establishing the company on Saint Martin in 2024, and has led the firm as President ever since.
Fluent in English and French.
He is chairman of the supervisory board and investor relations officer on the managing board. His responsibilities range from residing over the board of directors, to managing relationships with our investors & stakeholders, corporate communications, branding and entertainment.
FAQ
What Is Investing?
Investing is basically putting your money to work for you instead of stashing all your cash away or in a savings account earning 0.5% interest. Investing allows you to grow your wealth by buying assets that can increase in value over time, as well as generate revenue at the same time. When hear the word “investing”, most people start thinking about the stock market, however there are many other options to invest your money into such as, real estate, commodities, startups, precious metals and even designer handbags or watches!
How to Start Investing in Saint Martin / Sint Maarten?
Investing in Saint Maarten & Sint Maarten is simpler than you may believe. First step is to decide your reason for investing into our island. Whether it be for retirement or purchasing real estate or just to grow your wealth, make Caribe Capital S.C. (limited partnership) your trusted and reliable partner.
When is The Best Time to Start Investing?
The best time to start investing was actually yesterday, however your second-best time is today. The sooner you start, the more time your investments have to grow and also compound, where your earnings start earning their own earnings creating your wealth. Don’t let the fear of “not knowing enough” stop you, start small and learn as you go with trusted capital managers.
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