STATE OF THE ISLANDS
Global tensions and volatile economic, social, and environmental conditions are now of real long-term concern. As island communities are generally less resilient than mainland countries in responding to negative external factors beyond their control, this increasingly unstable situation is already presenting challenges for island jurisdictions and those organisations based in them.​
RESEARCH MODEL
Taking account of these external pressures and three core objectives (below), our research model constantly reviews and analyses island financial, economic, social, and environmental trends specifically to inform and enhance client strategy and operational decision-making. This model is supported at all times by work which identifies:-
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latest global and regional conditions of relevance to island communities,
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resultant economic, social, and environmental impact and risk scenarios on island administrations and businesses, and
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the degree of resilience and vulnerability of key island functions.
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​Full details of the research framework adopted are set out on the (Services) page or (contact us) for further information.
EXPERTISE
Many years of island research and analytical experience globally enables the identification of island best practice, wherever it is being applied, to be a primary component of our work.
Chris (Principal Advisor) has worked at the highest level of island government in strategic planning, economics, tourism, and utilities.
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In the private sector, his primary aim over a number of years has been the development of a unique research capability which not only benchmarks island economic, social and environmental strategies but also identifies best practice and resilience. He has given presentations on these subjects at several international events and to a number of global organisations.
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​Chris is a Member of the Royal Institute of International Affairs (Chatham House).
CHRIS BROCK
ANGUS KEMP
Angus is a qualified Chartered Accountant and has been deeply involved in island accounting, financial planning, and training issues for over thirty years. Many of his clients are wholly dependent upon the economic success of an island and, therefore, Angus has to be very conscious of the impact that any changes to an island’s legislative and economic framework can have in the short, medium and long term.
Angus' academic credentials include Master’s degrees in Business Administration, Economics and Politics, and Education. He also holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Accountancy together with a Teaching Certificate.
CORE OBJECTIVES
Offering a unique and flexible research and advisory service is essential. This is why the following three core objectives are key to ensuring clients meet their specific needs and are aware of possible risk scenarios.
Objective 1
Enhancing the client’s own internal data and information used to determine Board level strategy, operational direction, and risk management.
Objective 2
Providing key research as an outsourced service freeing up the client’s internal resources to focus on core activities and business development.
Objective 3
Generating data and information to realise cost efficiencies/savings in areas such as marketing, procurement, recruitment, and public relations.