Type Of Business:
Construction company
Marketing Area:
International
Expertise:
Contract management and negotiation
Major Product/SVS:
Commercial and marine construction
Hobbies/Sports:
Cooking; Gardening
Education Degrees:
Coursework in Business Studies, Pitman's College, London
Affiliations Awards:
Match Race Committee, International Sailing Federation
Place of Birth:
Epsom Surrey
Industry:
Construction Management
State/Country of Origin:
England
Children's Names:
Danielle, Max
Date of Distinction:
12/30/2011
Career Achievements:
Expansion into Honduras and Saint Kitts, Correia Construction Company Limited
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of her career was being awarded a contract to design, build and tender the cruise ship deck at Coxen Hole, Roatan, Honduras for the world's largest cruise ship, launched by Royal Caribbean International in 2010.
Charity:
Trustee, Cedarbridge Academy; Trustee, Historic Buildings Advisory Board; Former Chairwoman, The Montessori Education Trust, Bermuda (2002-2003); Board of Governors, The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club (1999-Present); The Bermuda Civic Ballet (1998-2006); Chairwoman, Back to Work Committee; Former Chairwoman, Airport Advisory Committee; Construction Association of Bermuda; Meals on Wheels Association of America
Number Of Years In Profession:
16
Number Of Years In Current Position:
16
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her mentor Diana Kempe who started her journey, and to her husband Dennis who helped her continue this path.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through her husband's influence.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mrs. Correia was the first female commodore of the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club. She also developed a program called Back to Work.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing office operations, cash flow and projects; Ensuring quality
Awards/Honors:
Certificate in Grateful Appreciation for Leadership and Commitment in Bringing Freedom Schooner Amistad to Bermuda, Amistad America, Inc. (2005); Certificate of Appreciation in Recognition of Outstanding Contribution to Bermuda Hospitals (1983); Government Appointee, Consumer Affairs Board
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mrs. Correia intends to experience professional growth.