A proud Bahamian from Forbes Hill, Little Exuma, Chester, is the Chairman & CEO of BAF Global Group and President & CEO of BAF Financial & Insurance (Bahamas) Ltd. Mr. Cooper is also the Member of Parliament for The Exumas & Ragged Island, and on this podcast he will share his thoughts on how we cr…
DPM Chester Cooper delivers a powerful inaugural speech in the House of Assembly.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper phylisophically agrees with the bill, but points out his concerns and other national concerns. He speaks about the unrest in country, and calls for more leadership. He also speaks about the current state of Grand Bahama, the need for repairs, and the sale of The Grand Bahama Airport.
On this episode of The Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper speaks to the importance of Majority Rule Day in The Bahamas, the people who made it possible, and how we must continue to the mission of empowering Bahamians.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper speaks about the regulations, management, and preservation of fisheries in The Bahamas, and the importance of fisheries as a means of growing our economy, becoming more food secure and empowering Bahamians.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper speaks about the extension of the State of Emergency and the effects of current restrictions on The Bahamas and Exuma.
On this episode of The Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper steps into the House of Assembly to provide some insight on the Financial Service Providers Bill and Digital Assets Bill. He re-iterates his disappointment in the recent announcement by Scotiabank that they will close their branch in Exuma and other Family Islands, then dives into the details of these bills.
Chester Cooper MP, PLP Deputy Leader encourages Bahamians to wear mask properly, social distance and avoid gatherings. Lets do this for our overburdened essential workers, for our economy and each other
On this episode of The Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper addresses the Central Bank bills and supports the modernization of the regulatory regime.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper provides a COVID-19 update at the PLP Headquarters. He addresses The Prime Ministers Economic Outlook, Political Expedience and more.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper offers his contribution to the expansion of the state of emergency. He addresses topics such as the Nassau Centric Attitude of Government, A Plan For Re-Opening Family Islands, The Suffering of The Underprivileged, Food Assistance, Rental Assistance, The Return of Bahamians Abroad and more.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper is a guest on the Dollars & Sense Podcast with Quinton Lightbourne, where he discusses COVID-19, the Bahamian economy, business, and more.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper addresses the economic hardships our people currently face, provides recommendations for the government and speaks about the importance of national unity.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast , Mr. Cooper provides an update on COVID-19 and shares information on how to access social and financial assistance from government programs.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper provides an update on the novel COVID-19 virus, what our people should expect as we progress, and how Team Cooper can be of assistance to you.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper speaks at the Exuma Youth Symposium College Fair 2020 an event sponsored by JA Bahamas and Team Cooper. Mr. Cooper shared his personal journey to entrepreneurial success, reiterated that education is the great equalizer, and talked about the future for Exuma. Full scholarships were awarded at the event. Participating institutions included Morgan State University, St. George’s University, LJM Maritime Academy, Middle Tennessee State University, University of Houston-Victoria, Georgia State University, Johnson & Wales University, BAMSI, BTVI, Lipscomb University, Point Park University, Lincoln University, and OSWEGO State University of New York.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper speaks at the National Progressive Institute and shares a vision for a vibrant Bahamian economy. He addresses key topics such as where we are now, people reform, poverty reform, technology reform, economic reform, the rescue of Abaco and Grand Bahama, ease of doing business, the orange economy, the green economy, the blue economy, marijuana industry, entrepreneurship, education and a lot more.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper speaks in the House of Assembly for the first time in the year 2020. He talks about the future of the financial services industry in The Bahamas, highlighting key issues such as the lack of financial institutions in Family Islands, the inclination of Canadian banks to diminish their presence in the Caribbean and more.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper makes it known that he has no confidence in the leadership of Prime Minister Hubert Minnis. He addresses key topics such as The Courageous Rebel Seven of the FNM, Minnis awarding a contract to Brent Symonette while he was in office, Minnis misleading with the OBAN Agreement and more. He also makes it known that he believes the rules must be for all, not just some.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper addresses the aviation industry. He speaks on topics such as how the empowerment of air ambulances for residents of the family islands can save lives, making The Exumas a healthcare and aviation hub for The South & Central Bahamas and more.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper speaks about the preoccupation of the current administration with persecuting PLP's. He also addresses the continued suffering of the Bahamian people under the current administration.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper makes a special announcement to the Bahamian people and talks about the New BPL Tax, which he opposes.
On this episode of the Team Cooper Podcast, Mr. Cooper joins Guardian Radio as a guest where he speaks about his upbringing, business life, entrance into frontline politics, how we uplift and empower our people, national disaster management and a plethora of other questions.
Mr. Cooper speaks on how the government of The Bahamas can add more action to a lot of their big announcements. He addresses topics such as Economic Growth, The Ease of Doing Business, Legitimate Foreign Direct Investment, Encouraging Domestic Investment, Financial Services Industry Issues, and The National Development Plan.
On November 20th, 2019 Mr. Cooper provided his contribution to the compendium of environmental bills. He addressed key topics such as environmental stewardship, The Oban Deal, The Equinor Oil Spill, Carnival Cruise Dumping, The Plastic Ban, Poaching of Marine Resources, Dumping on Exuma, Exuma Pride and Hurricane Dorian.
On the 6th of November 2019, Mr. Cooper provided his contribution to the Disaster Recovery Authority Bill 2019. He addressed how this bill continues to add to the bureaucracy present in our country, despite the Prime Minister's promise to slash red tape. The level of inefficiency persist with this Conch Salad Bill.
On the 16th of October 2019, Mr. Cooper provided his contribution to the Disaster Preparedness and Response Bill 2019. He addressed some of the key issues our people are dealing with Post-Dorian.