In the photo:
Seated Left to Right: Deryck Richardson – President, EPA and Brent Mc Fee – CEO (Ag), TTMB
Standing Left to Right: Andre Atwell – Trustee, EPA, Sham Bassant, Manager Commercial and Corporate Credit, TTMB and Marsha Rae Leben, Manager, Marketing and Corporate Communications, TTMB

Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago — The Trinidad and Tobago Mortgage Bank (TTMB) and the Estate Police Association (EPA) of Trinidad and Tobago signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on November 7, 2025, that establishes a strategic partnership to provide members of the Association with enhanced access to mortgage financing, project development support, and investment opportunities.

The signing ceremony took place at TTMB’s Board Room, Albion Court, 61 Dundonald Street, Port of Spain, and was attended by senior representatives from both organizations. Signatories included Mr. Brent Mc Fee, Chief Executive Officer (Ag) of TTMB, and Mr. Deryck Richardson, President of the Estate Police Association.

This MoU sets the framework for collaboration in several key areas:

• Tailored mortgage packages with preferential terms for eligible EPA members
• Project financing for housing developments, including incentives for EDGE-certified sustainable projects
• Financial literacy workshops and home ownership planning sessions
• Investment products aligned with members’ long-term financial goals
• Dedicated liaison support to guide EPA members through the financing process

Mr. Mc Fee emphasized TTMB’s commitment to inclusive financial empowerment, stating, “This partnership reflects our shared vision of building generational wealth, expanding access to home ownership, and creating sustainable development opportunities for those who serve and protect our communities.”

Mr. Richardson echoed the significance of the agreement, noting, “The Estate Police Association is proud to collaborate with TTMB in delivering meaningful financial solutions to our members. This MoU is a step toward greater equity, dignity, and opportunity.”

The partnership will be reviewed annually and remains in effect for five years, with the potential for renewal and expansion into binding agreements for specific initiatives.

TTMB continues to build its market presence through strategic alliances that promote financial inclusion, resilience, and national development.

About EPA:

The Estate Police Association of Trinidad and Tobago is the sole legally recognized body responsible for representing Estate Police Officers in matters of discipline, industrial negotiations, and proceedings before the Special Tribunal of the Industrial Court. Since its establishment in 1951, the Association has remained steadfast in its advocacy for the rights and welfare of its members.

In addition to its representative role, the Association provides a range of benefits to its membership and actively pursues strategic partnerships to expand these offerings. Its members serve across both state enterprises and private security firms, forming a vital part of the national security framework.