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2025-2026
DISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL (DAC)
SHEILA MCPHEE
Governor
BARBARA WILLIAMS
Governor Elect
ASENATH CARTWRIGHT
Treasurer
YASMINE MILLS-STRACHAN
Secretary
DISTRICT COORDINATORS & APPOINTEES
Anitha Cooper
Anchor Coordinator
Keesha Bethel Compass Coordinator
Micah Knowles Fundraising Coordinator
Dorian Cox Leadership Coordinator
Nikia Forbes
Membership Coordinator
Eloise Whyms Projects Coordinator
Selva Sawyer
Pick Me Up Coordinator
Sophia Walker PR &Communications
Antoinette Carroll Parliamentarian
Stephanie Ferguson
Inspirational Leader
Denise Smith
PI Foundation Fund
Representative
Dellareese Wilson
Convention Chair
Lesia Sands
Convention Registration Chair
M. Laverne Nixon
Audit Committee Chair
Serethea Clarke
Awards Jury Chair
Toni Hudson Bannister
AsIwelcomeyoutothisnewPilotYear2025-2026underthetheme "InspiredtoCreateanImpactfuljourneythroughFriendshipand Service”,Iwishtoremindyouthatwe,yourDACmembers,are committedtotakingontheresponsibilityofguidingthisDistrict towarditsgoals.Aswetogetherseektoinfluencepositivechangein ourvariouscommunities,letusbesteadfastandresoluteinour commitmenttoPilotthisyearandbeyond. Oneofourmainareasoffocusthisyearistobringmoreawarenessto "BrainSafety"andthetenetsthatwillhelpusinthisquest BrainsafetyisacriticalaspectofourOrganization andassuchwehopetobemoreproactiveinthis areabyintensevisibility. Additionally,wewill continuewithourtraininginitiativesthereby developinga"MentoringProgram"aswebloom justwhereweare. WewillfocusonIntentional LeadershipasweencourageourPresidentsand Coordinatorstodevelopapositiveattitude byinspiringandempoweringtheirteamto encourageandsupporteachotherthereby providingopportunitiesforotherstogrow. WewillencourageandsupportourAnchors andCompassmembersaswebuildonthe foundationsthathavebeenlaid Wewill embraceeveryopportunitytolistenand supportwhereverandhoweverwecanaswe journeytogether.Wecongratulateandsay "WellDone"toPIPNickieDawkinsand IPGToniHudson-Bannisterfortheirstellar Leadershipduringtheyear2024-2025. WecongratulateVicePresident KarenFerguson-Bainonherelevationand DirectorTarezCurryonherappointment. AheartythankyouisextendedtoallPilots whoattendedthisyear'sConventionin Charlotte,NC,especiallyourFirstimers. MayalltheknowledgegainedatPIConvention beputtogooduse,asweseektoDoMore, CareMoreandBeMore
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Sheila McPhee
Sheila McPhee
GOVERNOR
Barbara Williams
GOVERNOR-ELECT
Barbara Williams Asenath Cartwright Asenath Cartwright
Yasmine Mills-Strachan Yasmine Mills-Strachan
SECRETARY
WHAT’S IN THIS ISSUE
Club Presidents, Appointees &Officers
Job Well Done
TREASURER
BAHAMAS DISTRICT PILOT CLUBS
PILOTCLUBOFNASSAU(Chartered1974)
PILOTCLUBOFFREEPORT(Chartered1979)
PILOTCLUBOFLUCAYA(Chartered2002)
Congratulations to PI Officers
Dates to Remember PI Updates
Highlights District Goals
International Convention First Timers
International Convention Superstars
International Convention Highlights
Bahamas District Awards
Member Birthdays
District Business Directory
SUNSHINEPILOTCLUBOFNASSAU(Chartered2009)
PILOTCLUBOFABACO(Chartered 2010)
SUNSETPILOTCLUBOFGRANDBAHAMA(Chartered2022)
BAHAMAS DISTRICT ANCHOR CLUBS
Patrick J Bethel Anchor Club (PCOA)
Agape Christian School (PCOA)
Anchor Club of Lucaya (PCOL)
Anchor Club of Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Academy (PCOL)
Anchor Club of Alternative Learning Institute (PCON)
Anchor Club of Anatol Rodgers High School (PCON)
Anchor Club of Central Eleuthera High School (PCON)
Anchor Club of C.V. Bethel High School (PCON)
Anchor Club of Queen’s College (PCON)
Anchor Club of St. Augustine’s College (PCON)
Anchor Club of Sunset Grand Bahama (SPCOGB)
Anchor Club if Aquinas College (SPCON)
Anchor Club of Hope Academy (SPCON)
BAHAMAS
DISTRICT COMPASS CLUBS
Compass Club of the New Providence (Chartered 2014)
Compass Club of Grand Bahama (Chartered 2022)
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PILOTCLUB OFNASSAU PILOTCLUB OFFREEPORT
PILOTCLUB OFABACO
PILOTCLUB OFLUCAYA
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SUNSET PILOT CLUBOFGRAND BAHAMA
SUNSHINE PILOTCLUB OFNASSAU
Anitha Cooper AnchorCoordinator
Nikia Forbes
Dorian Cox LeadershipCoordinator
Micah Knowles Fundraising Coordinator
Keesha Bethel CompassCoordinator
Selva Sawyer Pick Me UpCoordinator
Eloise Whyms ProjectsCoordinator
Sophia Walker PR &Communications
Stephanie Ferguson Inspirational Leader
Denise Smith PI Foundation Fund Representative
Dellareese Wilson Convention Chair
Antoinette Carroll Parliamentarian
Lesia Sands Convention Registration Chair
M. Laverne Nixon Audit Committee Chair
Serethea Clarke Awards Jury Chair
Toni Hudson Bannister Nominating Committee Chair
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on your appointments to higher leadership in Pilot International
The Members of the Bahamas District
PROUDOF YOU PROUD OF YOU ARE ARE
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VISION FOR 2025-2026 VISION FOR 2025-2026
We have a lot of workfor this year's team to do, but we are up to the tasks.
1) We need tofind an executive director
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2) We need tofocus on developing our vision as we continue through the next several years
3) Growing our reach and impact a legacy that outlives us, not just one that shines in the here and now.
4) We have to continue in our stewardship of our dollars and how we utilize them to server our membership and grow our services
5) We will also continue analyze our leadership structure and make changes and recommendations as we see fit. We may have to change how we do conventions. We may have to shorten or skip years, but for now we will start the process of evaluation and lead our delegation forward.
GBED Getting Better Every Day
Keep in mind this doesn't mean something was wrong or broken, but it does mean we are always striving to make things better, get a little bit faster, more efficient, and overall smarter than the average bear. However, we do have to be able to take a breath sometimes and step back and check ourfeelings at the door If we can use this lens tofind ways to make things better, we often stumble across better processes, easier systems, and ways to save us all time and money.
I also think we do have to have quantitative goals, and I have 3:
First, increase in membership is paramount. Second, Engage in different ways is our second measure. Last is Partnerships. Finally, one last acronym.They help me keep things in mind. At work, my current favorite is SWAN, SleepWell At Night. I tell clients, if it does not help them SWAN, then maybe we need to reconsider our plan! For Pilot, it is BLOOM I created this in 2020 and it still drives a lot of what I do!
B - Be present where yourfeet are (Dr Kevin Elko)
L - Lookfor ways to help in big and small arenas (Mister Rogers taught us this)
O - Open yourselfto growth in your Pilot, personal, and professional life
O - Orchestrate opportunities to help others grow
M - Make a difference as you continue to Do More, Care More and Be More
I believe these goals will help us continue to grow and develop our organization so we can continue to be a positive impact in the communities where we live and serve Together we can grow and watch as“hana ga saku”which means, flowers bloom, just as we enter a season of Pilot In Bloom.
~~Excerpt from Speech at the Pilot International Convention (July 2025) Beverly Hager, President, Pilot International (2025-2026)
BAHAMAS DISTRICT DATES TO REMEMBER
Sunday, August 17, 2025 - DISTRICT MEETING FOR DAC, OFFICERS AND APPOINTEES
Thursday, August 21, 2025 - Virtual District Motivational TALK ‘Spring Into Leadership’
Saturday, August 23, 2025 - Anchor Clubs Back to School Pep Rally
Saturday, September 6, 2025 - Anchor Club Advisors Workshop
Saturday, September 20, 2025 - FALL COUNCIL (New Providence)
Saturday, September 27, 2025 - FALL COUNCIL (Grand Bahama)
Saturday, October 4, 2025 - FALL COUNCIL (Abaco)
Saturday, October 18, 2025 - FOUNDERS DAY
Saturday, October 18, 2025 - Anchor Leadership Training Workshop
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FROM THE PILOT INTERNATIONAL E-NEWSLETTER
(you should have received this via email. If you did not please contact your club secretary and ensure that PI has your email address.)
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OVERALL DISTRICT OBJECTIVES
To increase Membership by 8% so as to reach the targeted amount of 250 members strong overall for the district. To grow the Bahamas District with the addition of 1 new club The Membership Coordinator will meet with all Presidents to attain this goal Ongoing training will be provided to retain members.
Leadership will seek to have in person as well as virtual meetings with all clubs so as to keep them abreast of new Pilot trends and seek to establish an ongoing Mentorship plan as a means of succession planning.
The Projects Coordinator will seek to create ways and means to establish Projects that will benefit the entire district. There will be at least two major projects planned for each island
It is anticipated that there will be at least two Pick Me Ups this year per island
In an ongoing effort to maintain the District funding, the Fundraising Division will seek to have at least three to four Events to sustain the District.
Anchors/ Compass- we will seek to build on the foundations that have been laid in an ongoing effort to keep the Anchors and Compass members work alive and to develop the Mentoring program.
COMPASS
(Led by Keesha Bethel)
Increase membership of the Compass Club Members in New Providence & Grand Bahama
Improve training for Compass Club members
FUNDRAISING
(Led by Micah Knowles) Fun, Run, Walk & Souse Out (October 2025)
District Fashion Extravaganza (TBD)
Bahamas District Raffle (February 2026)
INSPIRATIONAL LEADERSHIP
To keep the members ofthe District Inspired through Friendship and Service
Ensure that Communication of Cares, Condolences and Celebrations throughout the District are shared among Pilots throughout the Pilot family.
PICK ME UP
(Led bySelva Sawyer)
6 for 6 - encourage all 6 clubs in the Bahamas District to have at least 6PMUsfor caregivers
Provide tips, inspiration and encouragement to Club coordinators to share with their PMU recipients
(Led byStephanie Ferguson)
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ANCHOR
(Led byAnitha Cooper)
My goal as District Anchor Coordinator is to positively influence our youth. To help them realize their full potential and guide them toward becoming responsible, compassionate, and productive members of our society.
Anchor Coordinators throughout the District and I are committed to:
Provide Mentorship and Guidance: We will serve as role models and provide mentorship that helps our Anchors make informed decisions and develop good character
Personal Growth: We will foster leadership, responsibility, and self-awareness among Anchor activities, discussions, and service opportunities.
Community Engagement: We want to ensure that the community is aware of our Anchors evolvement throughout our Bahama land. We will inspire our Anchors to actively participate in community service, social issues and positive changes throughout the community.
Building Future Leaders: My team and I will nurture the next generation of responsible citizens and leaders who can contribute meaningfully to society
Creating a Supportive Environment: We will provide a space where our Anchors can be heard, valued and motivated to pursue their individual goals.
Ourevents will include:
1.Back to School Pep Rally – August 23, 2025
2.Club Advisors Workshop – September 6, 2025
3.Anchor LeadershipTraining Workshop – October18, 2025
4.Public Speaking Workshop – November 8, 2025
5.Anchor Speech Competition – December18, 2025
PROJECTS
(Led by EloiseWhyms)
Under the theme “Inspired to Create an Impactful Journey through Friendship and Service”The Bahamas District Pilot International Projects Division is poised for the exciting journey ahead.
1 To create and encourage strong communication with all club ProjectsCoordinators in Abaco, Grand Bahama and New Providence. We are “One Family”
2.To Ensure that all PROJECTS are in compliance with the “FOCUS” of Pilot International
3 Discuss and execute all PROJECTS goalsfor the Bahamas District Pilot International.
4.To encourage shared vision and involvement.
PILOT INTERNATIONAL FOUNDERS FUND (PIFF)
6.Career Fair in Nassau, Grand Bahama and Abaco – February 2026 (Led by DeniseSmith)
Notify and encourage members to participate in PIFF Initiatives such As Giving Tuesday
Timely Communication and remainders related to scholarships and grants
5.Three proposed projects being suggested are: Distribution of blankets to children in hospital/children’s homes Presentation oftechnical devices to special needs education centers Organizing the showing of a movie that places emphasis on brain related challenges, to be shown in a local community theatre.
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LEADERSHIP
(Led by Dorian Cox)
Virtual District Motivational TALK ‘Spring Into Leadership’ –August 21, 2025
Hosting in person Fall Council Workshops on New Providence - Sept. 20. 2025, Grand Bahama - Oct. 4. 2025, Abaco - Oct. 25, 2025
Monthly –‘EFFECTIVE
LEADERSHIP STRATEGIES’
Encourage Club’s to include Leadership training &Club Development program meetings on each club’s calendar District will provide continued Training of Membershipfor higher office
Facilitate a Mentoring & Succession Planning Forums
Certificate of participation to attendees of Leadership training
MEMBERSHIP
(Led by Nikia Forbes)
Growth Goal
Grow District membership by at least 8% in an effort to attain district requirements by the end ofthe Pilot year.
Encourage each club to recruit at least 3 to 6 new members. Retention Goal
Achieve a 98% retention rate byfocusing on member engagement, mentorship, and recognition.
Implement quarterly check-ins with members to maintain connection and address concerns early.
Member Engagement
Ensure100% of clubs host at least one membership-focused event per quarter (e g , share pilot, invite-a-friend day, or community service)
Training & Education
Conduct membership training on quality member selection and retention tips.
Share quarterly membership tips to support clubs in their recruitment and retention efforts.
Recognition
Recognize clubs that meet or exceed membership goals at the District Convention.
PUBLIC RELATIONS
(Led bySophia Walker)
Review all communications platforms used to ensure distribution of consistent content related to the Bahamas District - Social Media, Messaging & Website. Create a content calendar for publication of content across platforms to ensure priority matters receive highest visibility
Encourage members to engage with all media platforms to increase following and boost visibility. Ensure timely and consistent publication of Governor’s Bulletin to disseminate information related to the Bahamas District. Create needed marketing materials (flyers, notifications, tickets, booklets, etc) to showcase the Bahamas District and communicate with members.
Create a Bahamas District PR Group including all PR Coordinators to ensure consistent communication and adherence to Marketing Standards.
Assist PR Coordinators and Club leadership with marketing campaigns and official communications where needed and applicable.
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Convention Superstars Convention Superstars
QUITE A FEW MEMBERS OF DIFFERENT CLUBS PLAYED ROLES IN ORGANIZING, SUPPORTING AND COORDINATING MANY ACTIVITIES BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION. LET’S CELEBRATE AND HIGHLIGHT THEIR COMMITTMENT TO “DOING MORE”. IT IS A TESTAMENT TO THE WILLINGNESS OF BAHAMAS DISTRICT PILOTS TO STEP UP AND PROUDLY GO ABOVE AND BEYOND WHILE ENJOYING THE CONVENTION FESTIVITIES.
abaco
freeport
KeoraArcher,BarbaraWilliams, TininciaAdderley,AnithaCooper, LaKristaStrachanassistedwithsetupoftheroomforSaturdayBrunch
MarleneKnowlesworkedontheReceptionCommittee forPIPresidentNickolaDawkins
ImmediatePastGovernorToniHudson-Bannistermoderatingthe BahamasDistrictLuncheon
KarenFerguson-Bainco-facilitatedaworkshoponbeingaClub Secretary
SuezetteassistedwithticketsalesonSaturdaymorning
DorothyandSuezettehelpedtosetuptheroomonFridayevening
JoyeRitchie,DeborahPrattandShaunaTaylorworkedatthe registrationdesk.
DebbieStrachanconductingPilotInternationalPresident’sBannerhandover
BethBurrowsasPersonalAssistanttoPIPresidentNickolaDawkins
TerahSweetingasPersonalAssistanttoPIPresidentNickolaDawkins AnthiaButlerperformedtheflagceremony CandiseGomezperformedtheflagceremony DebbieSmith,DonnaTurnquest,VictoriaDemeritte,PamelaLightbourne, BethBurrows,TerahSweeting,TerezCurry,VirginiaHall-Campbell,Paula Reckley,EuniceJohnsonandClaudineStubbsassistedwithsetupof decorationsfortheSaturdayBrunch
TerezCurryfacilitatedaworkshoponFundraising
KaylaLightbourneandShamikaassistedwiththesettingupofthe roomforthePresident’sBreakfastandalsowiththepackagingfor theserviceprojectinaidoftheRonaldMcDonaldHouse
JoaquinMissicksupportingGovernorSheilaasflagbearerduringthe openingceremony
DeanneJohnson-presentinginspirationalmessageattheBahamasDistrictLuncheon, sellingraffleticketsonSaturdayandperformingasflagcarrierforNewProvidenceinthe Culturalparade
SophiaWalker-asChairpersonofDonorPerfectCommitteefacilitatedaworkshopon DonorPerfect
LaverneThompson-FloorTeller
M.LaverneNixon-FloorTeller,DoorkeeperandActingDistrictTreasureratBahamas DistrictMeeting
DorianCox-PersonalAssistanttothePIPresident-electBeverlyHager
TyrellFarquharson-participatedintheculturalparade
LesiaSands,AliciaSmithandIngridSmith-RoomArrangementsCommittee,Registration committeeandassistedwithsetupfortheSaturdayBrunch.
GovernorSheilaMcPhee-LeadingtheBahamasDistrictLuncheonwithImmediatePast GovernorToniHudson-Bannister
AmandaBethell-PersonalAssistanttoPIVPKarenFergusonBainansassistedwithsetup fortheSaturdayBrunch
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BAHAMAS DISTRICT MEMBERS BIRTHDAYS
JULY
9MikalaMoss(PCOL)
AndurahDaxon(PCOL)
PatriciaCulmer(SPCON)
GidgetBullardTurnquest(PCON)
AUGUST
1AsenathCartwright(PCON)
EarlineBastian (SPCON)
JamilaCarroll-Thompson(PCOL)
StephanieFerguson(PCON)
NicoleColebrooke(PCOL)
LesiaSands(SPCON)
TrixieHuyler(PCON)
TyrellFarquharson(SPCON)
DeborahBarry (SPCON)
OpheliaBelle(SPCON)
MarshaHepburn(PCOL)
LinaMortimer-Reyes(SPCON)
DiannaWhylly(SPCOGB)
DorianCox(SPCON)
GlendaKemp(PCOL)
TeorahFerguson(PCON)
LaverneThompson(SPCON)
KaylaBurrows-Dennis (SPCON)
SEPTEMBER
RhodniaJohnson(PCON) 3AndreaFountain(SPCON)
Linda Wright-Patrick(SPCOGB)
BeverlyNairn(SPCON)
EthlynMorley (SPCON)
OCTOBER
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NOVEMBER
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
DECEMBER
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MARCH
BeverlyBethel (SPCON)
HazelJupp(PCON)
MarieRoach-Hepburn(PCOL)
SueMunroe(PCON)
AshleyButler(PCON)
CrystalBethel(PCON)
WachenellaMortimer (SPCON)
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
PILOT MEMBERS HAVE A DIVERSE BACKGROUND AND A WEALTH OF EXPERTISE AND SHOULD BE CONSIDERED YOUR GO-TO FOR SUPPORT AND INFORMATION WHERE NEEDED. THIS BUSINESS DIRECTORY WILL HIGHLIGHT SERVICES THAT ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH YOUR VERY OWN PILOT MEMBERS SO THAT YOU CAN REACH OUT AND PATRONIZE AND SUPPORT THEM.
Contact: Pilot Sophia Walker (Sunshine Pilot Club of Nassau)