Jude Scott, one of the Coalition for Cayman (C4C) leaders, has declared he will be fighting for one of the six seats in George Town in the May general elections.

Scott is a former partner of Ernst & Young and former global CEO of Maples & Calder, and will be running as an Independent, although presumably with the full backing of the C4C.

In his press release Scott said:

“We deserve an ethical and capable government that puts country first. This is our home and we have a duty to protect it. Yes, there are many issues to face but together we can build a stronger, healthier Cayman. This is not a career for me, this is a calling. I came from humble beginnings and Cayman has been very good to me. I want future generations to experience the same opportunities that I had. We can fix our country, it just takes selflessness, setting aside differences and working for the greater good of these unique islands we call home.

“The constituents of George Town can expect truthful, thoughtful, practical solutions, which will not only benefit George Town, our capital, but the country as a whole. My constituents can expect fearless but dignified representation of which they can be proud.”

Scott promises to tackle government spending, the economy and immigration, as well as addressing the most basic needs of employment, safety, cost of living and a community voice in decisions that affect the Cayman Islands.

“I have the courage, dedication and the ability to lead and I can achieve workable solutions for a better Cayman. United, we can be the change we want to see,” he said.

He advocates a collaborative approach to the best solution and the need to include ideas, knowledge and expertise from the community and a large part of his campaign will centre on community input with the goal of creating a joint vision for a healthy Cayman.

“The voices of my constituents will be heard,” he promises, hoping to represent the largest and most diverse group of voters in Cayman. “These are challenging times and every stakeholder must have their say.”

Mr. Scott served as chairman of the board of directors for Cayman Airways and on the Ministerial Council for Tourism and Development. He retired from his career at Ernst & Young in 2008 after serving 23 years with the firm.

Scott has served on various boards and committees of the Cayman Islands Baptist Church, Cayman Islands Society of Professional Accountants, Cayman Islands Stock Exchange, Cayman National Corporation, Constitutional Commission, Education Council, Financial Services Council, Hedge Funds Care and the National Recovery Fund.

He spent his early years in Cayman Brac before moving with his family to Grand Cayman.

He graduated from the Cayman Islands High School in 1985 and received his bachelor’s degree in business administration (accounting) from Baylor University in 1991. Mr. Scott then went on to obtain his Certified Public Accountant designation.

Scott is the son of Layman E. Scott, Sr. and Martha Scott and is married with three daughters.

To view the original Press Release from Jude Scott see attached