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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Gordon Shirley
Chairman
Gordon Shirley has a lifetime of experience in the petroleum
industry on the retail side of the business where he has
been involved with his family’s gasoline service station
operation. In 2003 he also formed a company called G.A.S.
Investments which sells wholesale fuel and today supplies
approximately 7% of the total volume of fuel to the retail
fuel industry in Jamaica; supplying over forty (40)
independently owned retail fuel stations and several large consumers of fuel products.

Charles Chambers
CEO
Gerald Charles Chambers wealth of experience in Investment Banking,
finance and the fueling sector has created a natural flow
and segued into the provision of supplementary services to
the maritime industry and now a leading player in the retail
fuel business locally. Charles spent most of his career
working as an investment banker with major regional
banks graduating from the Wharton School with an MBA in
Finance in 2001.
In his current position as Director and Chief Executive
Officer of West Indies Petroleum, Charles Chambers leads a
team that boasts the largest fuel bunker capabilities in
Jamaica, while also supplying the region with petroleum
products and lubes. West Indies Petroleum was established
at a time when its presence would be intrinsically
connected to Jamaica's economic development. The
company's success under his stewardship has been widely
recognized.
His hallmark of excellence and success, and that of his
team, allows for the delivery of integrated solutions on a
foundation of reliability, quality and competitive pricing.

Tarik Felix
Commercial Director
Tarik Felix has over 17 years of experience in commodity
trading & 10 years in petroleum trading. He, therefore,
possesses a wealth of knowledge in logistics, trading,
business development in emerging markets as well as clean
fuels. Mr. Felix also has a BA in psychology which he relies
on daily in his work at West Indies Petroleum. This
foundation in psychology has played a large role in his
ability to build strong long-term business relationships.
EXECUTIVE TEAM

Wayne Fraser
General Manager
Wayne Fraser brings over 30 years of extensive experience in the petroleum and construction industries to West Indies Petroleum. Known for his strong leadership skills, he has successfully managed large teams and complex operations throughout his career.
Wayne's career has been marked by significant roles at leading companies such as RUBiS Energy Jamaica Ltd, IGL Ltd, Texaco Caribbean Inc., and Jamalco. His expertise spans logistics, facilities management, and project management.
At previous positions, Wayne spearheaded critical logistics for fuels, chemicals, and lubricants, ensuring seamless supply chain operations. His leadership encompassed comprehensive facilities management, maintaining compliance with industry standards, and guiding health, safety, security, and environmental initiatives. He has played pivotal roles in major government and private sector projects, including the Northern Jamaica Development Project and Jamalco’s Mining and Resettlement Housing Projects , where he supervised the construction of resettlement housing units and managed complex mining and infrastructure designs. His leadership extended to the Northern Coastal Highway construction, where he successfully coordinated land acquisition, utility relocation, and contractor supervision.
Wayne holds a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from the University of Florida and has received extensive training in project management, health, environment, and safety, which have further enhanced his professional capabilities.
Outside of work, Wayne spending quality time with his family, is an avid football and cricket fan and also values community engagement.

Troy Thompson
Head of Retail, Commercial & Industrial
Business
Troy Thompson is a proactive and commercially minded professional with over 18 years of experience in business development in the Caribbean and LATAM markets. Specializing in the Information Technology Industry and almost a decade in the Oil & Gas Industry, Troy brings a wealth of expertise to the table. He has a proven track record of customer-driven management and entrepreneurial leadership. Throughout his career, Troy has demonstrated a knack for driving growth and cultivating lasting client relationships. Passionate about innovation and strategic partnerships, he is dedicated to navigating complex business landscapes and delivering impactful results.