Dr. Maurice Aboud - Chairman
Dr Maurice Aboud holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry with emphasis in Forensic Science and a Master of Science degree in Forensic Science from Florida International University. He has a Bachelor of Science degree, Forensic Science and a Bachelor of Science degree, Chemistry from the University of New Haven Connecticut.
Dr. Aboud has made several presentations at scientific forums which include:
- Aboud, M.; Oh, Hye Hyun.; McCord, B. 2011.; Gassmann, M. “Rapid and Direct CODIS STR screening using short channel microfluidic systems”. Poster presentation. American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) 64th annual scientific meeting, Atlanta, GA, USA.
- Aboud, M.; McCord, B. 2011. “Forensic DNA Screening using short channel microchip electrophoresis”. Poster presentation. 17th Latin-American Symposium on Biotechnology, Biomedical, Biopharmaceutical and Industrial Applications of Capillary Electrophoresis and Microchip Technology, Hollywood Beach, FL, USA
- Aboud, M.; McCord, B. 2011.; Saleem, S.; Gassmann, M. “Rapid STR Screening using short Microchip Capillary Electrophoresis”. Poster presentation. Promega twenty-second International Symposium on Human Identification, National Harbor, MD, USA
- Aboud, M.; McCord, B. 2011.; Gassmann, M. “A Rapid Pentameric STR screening using short microchip capillary electrophoresis”. Poster presentation. American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) 63rd annual scientific meeting, Chicago, IL, USA.
- Aboud, M.; McCord, B. 2011. “Forensic DNA screening using short microchip capillary electrophoresis”. Poster presentation. Florida International University 1st Graduate Week symposium, Miami, FL, USA.
- Aboud, M.; McCord, B. 2010.; Gassmann, M. “A Rapid Penta STR Screening Method by Microchip Capillary Electrophoresis”. Poster presentation. The 17th International Symposium on Capillary Electroseparation Techniques, Baltimore, MD, USA.
- Aboud, M.; McCord, B. 2010.; Gassmann, M. “A Rapid Penta STR Screening Method by Microchip Capillary Electrophoresis”. Oral presentation. The 17th International Symposium on Capillary Electroseparation Techniques, Baltimore, MD, USA.
- Aboud, M.; McCord, B. 2010.; Gassmann, M. “A Rapid Penta STR Screening Method by Microchip Capillary Electrophoresis”. Poster presentation. Promega twenty-first International Symposium on Human Identification, San Antonio, TX, USA.
- Aboud, M.; McCord, B. 2009.; “A rapid Penta STR screening method by microchip capillary electrophoresis”. Poster presentation. American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) 61st annual scientific meeting, Denver, CO, USA
Dr. Maurice Aboud is also a trained Executive Protection Agent and a Certified Protection Specialist.
Mr. Anthony C. Subero
Anthony is the founder of Stratos Cyber Inc. and Adventus Management Consulting, where he serves as CEO and Managing Director, respectively. Anthony brings over 30 years of senior and executive leadership experience. He also has over 35 years in the Caribbean banking industry, where he held pivotal roles such as Chief Internal Auditor and Chief Risk Officer at one of the region’s leading financial institutions.
Anthony’s expertise spans strategy development, corporate governance, enterprise and operational risk, internal audit, cybersecurity oversight, and executive leadership development. He holds multiple advanced degrees and professional certifications in leadership, strategy, business management, project management, and information security, enabling him to effectively bridge technical, operational, and board‑level perspectives.
An educator and thought leader, Anthony has lectured extensively and is a frequent speaker at regional and international conferences, addressing topics including the strategic role of internal audit, digital trust as a competitive advantage, leadership and governance in cybersecurity, AI readiness in financial institutions, and resilient leadership for effective enterprise risk management.
Prior to founding Stratos Cyber Inc, and Adventus Management Consulting, Anthony served as Chief Executive Officer of a global cybersecurity services provider.
Anthony currently serves on several advisory and governing boards.
Mr. James Philbert
LLB, Attorney-at-Law
Former Acting Commissioner of Police, Trinidad and Tobago Police Service
Mr. James Philbert was awarded the Chaconia Medal (Silver) in 2023 in recognition of his distinguished service to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.
He retired in 2010 as Acting Commissioner of Police of the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service, concluding a 43-year career marked by senior leadership, operational command, and regional and international engagement in law enforcement.
Mr. Philbert possesses extensive expertise in intelligence-led policing and criminal investigations, having completed advanced professional training at several internationally recognized institutions, including the Canadian Police College, the United States Department of Justice, theUnited States Department of the Treasury, theFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and thePolice Staff College, Bramshill, England.
His specialized training includes participation in the Regional Narcotics Enforcement Training Seminar (Puerto Rico), the International Criminal Investigative Training Assistance Program, the Major Case Management Course (Ottawa, Canada), and the International Strategic Leadership Programme (Bramshill, England).
In addition to his policing career, Mr. Philbert holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the Hugh Wooding Law School, St. Augustine, has been admitted to the Bar and is a qualified Attorney-at-Law.
Mr. Mervyn Salandy
Mr. Mervyn Salandy, B.A. (H), M.Ed., served honorably in the Trinidad & Tobago Coast Guard for over thirty years holding ranks such as Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief of the Defence Staff, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Commanding Officer, Welfare Fleet Chief Petty Officer and President of the Senior Rates Mess.
His career in the military is littered with excellence to include postings both at the strategic and operational levels. Further, he delivered key presentations including at the Third Annual Conference of Senior Enlisted Leaders of the US Army South, the Caribbean, Latin and Central America in 2007. Upon retirement from active duty in 2008, Mr. Salandy served in the Defence Force Reserves as the Staff Officer Personnel, J1 for the Fifth Summit of the Americas Conference, Operations Planning and Coordination Staff (OPACS). In 2009, he once again served as the Chief Administrative Officer of OPACS for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Conference.
Mr. Salandy has a Master of Education Degree from the University of Sheffield and a B.A. Honours in Human Resource Management from the University of Greenwich. Other qualifications achieved include an Associate of Arts Degree in Human Resource Management from Cipriani College of Labour and Cooperative Studies, a Diploma in Management Studies from Joint Services Staff College, an International Instructor Certificate from Transport Canada, and in 2017 he completed the NTA Training for Security at the Technical Vocational Level. He also has training in Counter Terrorism from George Marshall Centre for Strategic Studies and the Centre for Civil Military Response – Naval Post Graduate School in Civil Response to Terrorism.
In 2012, Mr. Salandy developed and delivered a training package on Organisational Development and Team Building to all ranks of the Trinidad and Tobago Air Guard and later that year he also co-partnered with another consultant to work with BOS Security in the area of Organisational Development and Strategic Support Services. From 2013 onwards, he continued to provide key support services to both private and public sector organisations.
