Zane Thompson

Experience

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  LIAT (1974) LTD

  Nov 2005 - Jun 2008

  Airline Pilot

  First OfficerDHC-8 100 • 300

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  Caribbean Airlines Ltd

  Jun 2008 - Apr 2021

  Airline Pilot

  CaptainATR72-600First OfficerB767-300ER • B737-800NG • DHC-8 300

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  Power Boats Mutual Facilities Limited

  Apr 2020 - now

  Director

  Attend board meetings together with senior management to collaborate and ensure continued growth and success of the business.Ensure continuity of standards being the premier marina and yachting facility in Trinidad and Tobago and the Caribbean region.Review accounting and management reports. Seek the best interest of shareholders by ensuring proper operational management of senior staff together with 70+ permanent staff. Define organizational problems to create and implement correction plans. Show less

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  PAZ Coffee

  Apr 2021 - now

  GM | Co-Owner & Director

  Restaurant and retail business oversight and managementPAZ Coffee & KitchenPAZ Bottling Lead operations for PAZ Coffee & Kitchen, establishing it as a popular,customer-focused café.Direct day-to-day management of a team of 20 staff members, includingrecruitment, training, and performance optimisation.Implement process improvements and cost-saving measures that drive profitabilityand efficiency.Develop and execute marketing campaigns that significantly increase brandvisibility and customer loyalty.Foster a collaborative and engaging workplace culture, boosting team performanceand retention.Conduct regular financial reviews to align operations with business objectives. Show less

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  Dianne Tea Shop

  Apr 2021 - now

  Co-Owner & Director

  Co-own and provide management direction for all aspects of Dianne Tea Shop,ensuring operational excellence and profitability.Oversee the effective management and utilisation of 15 employees, includingrecruitment, training, and performance optimisation.Lead strategic initiatives to expand the business, enhance customer satisfaction, andincrease sales.Regularly review financial and management reports to ensure alignment withorganisational goals.Promote a culture of service excellence, resulting in high customer retention andloyalty. Show less