Basseterre, St. Kitts – Monday 31st March, 2025 Deputy Prime Minister of St. Kitts & Nevis, Dr. The Honourable Geoffrey Hanley, has hailed the launch of Kreston Eastern Caribbean as a “proud and defining moment”—not only for the firm but also for its partners, clients, and the broader business community.
Dr. Hanley delivered these remarks at the official launch ceremony on Saturday, March 29, 2025, marking the strategic partnership between Maitland Maitland & Associates and Kreston Global. Kreston Global is one of the world’s leading accounting networks, with only one other Caribbean branch—located in The Bahamas.
With this partnership, Kreston Eastern Caribbean now succeeds Maitland Maitland & Associates, a firm that has been a pillar of financial expertise since its establishment in 2013. The firm will continue operating from its headquarters in Lime Kiln, Basseterre, with an expanded range of services and global resources.
Managing Partner, Mr. Franklyn Maitland, described the moment as a “new chapter” in the firm’s journey.
“Today, we officially join Kreston Global—a respected network of accounting and consulting professionals headquartered in London. We couldn’t be more thrilled to share this milestone with you and to celebrate the exciting opportunities ahead,” said Mr. Maitland.
He emphasized that this partnership unlocks unprecedented opportunities for both the firm and its clients.
“Joining Kreston Global provides access to a vast knowledge library and the collective expertise of over 25,000 professionals worldwide. It also enables us to introduce new services such as internal auditing and data analytics, which are essential in today’s data-driven business environment,” he added.
Furthermore, Maitland highlighted the extensive training opportunities now available to the firm’s team, ensuring they remain at the forefront of industry trends and continue to deliver world-class solutions.
Deputy Prime Minister Hanley noted that this milestone aligns seamlessly with the government’s vision for national development.
“At the heart of our national vision is the Sustainable Island State Agenda, which recognizes that to build a resilient, inclusive, and prosperous future, we must partner with professionals and institutions that are rooted locally but connected globally. Your transition embodies that very principle,” he stated.
Hanley further commended the firm’s longstanding reputation for excellence.
“For nearly 15 years, Maitland Maitland & Associates has upheld the highest standards of quality, integrity, professionalism, and timeliness. These values remain unchanged. What is changing, however, is your reach, your resources, and your ability to meet the evolving needs of your clients,” said Maitland, in response to the Deputy Prime Minister.
The launch event, held at Palm Court Gardens in Basseterre, was a grand celebration themed “A New Beginning.”
Distinguished guests included:
• Former Prime Minister, Dr. Timothy Harris
• President of the Chamber of Industry & Commerce, Mr. Trevor Blake
• Prominent bankers, business leaders, parliamentarians, and accounting professionals
The event underscored the significance of strategic global partnerships in advancing the financial sector in St. Kitts & Nevis and the wider Eastern Caribbean.
As Kreston Eastern Caribbean embarks on this new journey, its leadership said it remains committed to excellence, innovation, and client-centered solutions, ensuring the firm remains a trusted partner in financial and business advisory services.
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