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Peter Murcott Bunting (born September 7, 1960), the fifth National Security Minister of Jamaica and Member of Parliament representing Central Manchester, is the General Secretary of the People’s National Party, widely regarded as the more popular of Jamaica’s two major political parties. He is considered one of the brightest stars of the new generation of Jamaican politicians, who is giving back to the society through representational politics. He is a highly successful investment banker, reputed for creative thinking and strategic action, central tenets in his political philosophy, and the foundation upon which he has built an effective system of representation on behalf of his constituency of central Manchester as a Member of the Jamaican Parliament.
Contents
1. Early life & education
2. Political Career
3. Political vision & Platform
4. A balanced life of service to the Jamaican public and private sectors
5. Investment Banker and Entrepreneur
6. Family and personal life
7. Articles
8. Contact Info
'''Early Life and Education'''
Bunting was born September 7, 1960 in a rural district in Clarendon, Jamaica, to farmers, Juan and Pauline Bunting. He attended a Catholic high school, Campion College (1971-1979) in kingston Jamaica, after which he completed undergraduate studies in Mechanical Engineering at McGill University in Canada in 1983, receiving the James McGill Award & Quebec Iron and Titanium Scholarship for academic achievement. Two years later, he graduated from the University of Florida with an MBA (Finance). He was named Matherly Scholar for outstanding academic achievement.
'''Political Career'''
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Peter’s first stint at representational politics in 1993 saw him challenging a former Prime Minister of Jamaica, The Most Honorable Hugh Shearer to win the South East Clarendon seat, which was historically a JLP stronghold. Peter served as the Parliamentary Secretary with special responsibility for mulatilaterally fundedprojects, in the Ministry of Health in 1993. After serving the people of South East Clarendon for four years, Peter took a brief respite from representational politics only to re-enter the arena in 2007, where he defeated the JLP representative Sally Porteous and secured the Central Manchester constituency for the People’s National Party. Peter retained his Central Manchester seat, this time defeating the JLP’s Danville Walker in the December 2011 general elections. Since January 2008, Peter Bunting has been the Peoples National Party’s General Secretary,responsible for the strategic and operational management of the Party and implementation of it’s aims and objectives at national, regional and local levels as laid down by the annual conference and the National Executive Committee (NEC).
'''Political Vision and Platform'''
An investment banker and politician, Bunting is a firm believer in the role of technology and entrepreneurship in the development of his country. His ultimate aim is to engineer Jamaica’s path to being noted for its state of the art technological base, powered by a strong network of educational facilities.
The future of central Manchester will be in knowledge based industries away from primary extractive industries such as mining and farming. Though unpopular due to the dominance of those industries, Peter believes that Manchester’s prosperity lies in it equipping itself to take advantage of the demand for tier three level, skilled professionals. With its low crime rate, thriving construction industry, and moderate climate, the parish is perfect for knowledge-based expansion. With the right training, Peter envisions Mandeville becoming Jamaica’s technology park and hub for health professionals, medical labs, medical technologists, chiropractic practitioners especially trained to service the retirement community.
A Balanced Life of Service to the Jamaican Public and Private Sectors
Bunting is a highly successful entrepreneur and investment banker. He co-founded Dehring Bunting & Golding (now ScotiaDBG) - - Jamaica's first private sector investment bank which quickly developed a track record of innovation and successful deal making.
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Notwithstanding his stellar achievements in the Jamaican private sector, Peter Bunting has made exemplary contributions in the public sector, having served as Chairman of the National Water Commission, Parliamentary Secretary in theMinistry of Health, President and CEO of National Investment Bank of Jamaica, and Chairman of Jamaica Trade & Invest).
DEHRING BUNTING & GOLDING LTD. 1992- 2007
Co-founder and Chairman of Jamaica’s first private sector investment banking firm.
Chief Executive Officer 1997- 2007
NATIONAL WATER COMMISSION 1998- 2001
Chairman with responsibility for the overall operation of the Water Commission. Also responsible to set policies and give guidance for the efficient running of a modern utility.
JAMAICA PROMOTIONS CORPORATION (JAMPRO) 2006-2007
Chairman with responsibility for providing policy advice on investment and trade promotion to the Minister of Development, as well as to develop strategies and lead Board level supervision for Jamaica’s principal investment and trade promotion agency.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES (JAMAICA) 1993-1997
Member of Parliament for the constituency of South East Clarendon.
Ministry of Health 1993 - 1994
Parliamentary Secretary with special responsibility for multilaterally funded projects.
NATIONAL INVESTMENT BANK OF JAMAICA LTD (NIBJ) 1991 - 1993
President& CEO of the public sector institution responsible for the implementation of Jamaica’s privatization programme.
MANUFACTURERS MERCHANT BANK LTD. 1988 - 1990
Vice-President & Managing Director
CITIBANK N.A. 1985 - 1987
Manager - Specialized Finance
Previously Account Officer – Corporate Banking Group1
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1http://www.eoj.com.jm/content-140-172.html
'''Investment Banker and Entrepreneur'''
Peter began his career as a Manager of Specialized Finance, responsible for investment at City Bank NA. He later co-founded and chaired one of Jamaica’s most successful indigenous investment banks, Dehring Bunting and Golding, with partners Christopher Dehring and Mark Golding. “Dehring Bunting & Golding Ltd. (DB&G) opened its doors in 1992 as an investment firm which grew to become an extensive Financial Service provider. DB&G created history in being the first Jamaican financial entity to be listed as well as licensed on the (International) stock exchange.”
Having managed Jamaica's first private sector investment banking firm with a track record of innovation and successful deal making - Peter earned a reputation for creative thinking and strategic action. “DB&G [was] a strong brand in the Jamaican financial industry, its experience in Jamaica's privatization programmer is unmatched by any other Jamaican financial firm.” By the end of 2006, at the peak of its success, DB&G was acquired by Scotiabank and was subsequently renamed ScotiaDBG.
In 2010, Peter re-entered the financial services sector with the launch of “Proven Investments Limited, an investment company with a portfolio of regional and international securities.” Peter served as Chairman of the Board, which subsequently acquired Guardian Asset Management and was renamed Proven Wealth Limited (PWL). Peter resigned his position after being sworn in as Jamaica’s Minister of National security January 2012.
'''Family and Personal Life'''
Peter is the father of two children, Brent and Emma Bunting.
'''Articles'''
As Opposition Spokesperson on National Security, Peter has outlined various measures to counter crime and has been very vocal against the delinking of politics and gangs.
'''Contact'''
Address: Shop #34, 5 ½ Caledonia Road, Mandeville, Manchester
Website: www.Bunting.org.jm
Facebook: www.facebook.com/PeterBuntingMP
Twitter: www.twitter.com/PeterBuntingMP
Telephone: 1-888-BUNTING (1-888-286-8464)
Email: info@bunting.org.jm
