HRMATT | Human Resource Management Association of Trinidad & Tobago

The Voice of T&T’s HR Profession

HRMATT is Trinidad and Tobago’s leading HR association, offering community, education, resources, and events for professionals and students nationwide.

OUR SERVICES

Explore Our Opportunities

Explore our wide range of opportunities for growth, learning, certification, and wellness support for HR professionals

MEMBERSHIP

Our membership offers networking, events, and resources to enhance HR professionals’ careers and growth

LEARNING

Join our training programs, workshops, and seminars to enhance HR professionals’ skills and knowledge

CERTIFICATION

HRMATT offers globally recognized certifications in partnership with leading organizations to enhance HR expertise

BENEFITS

Omni provides 24/7 wellness support via Live Chat, connecting users with health professionals across platforms

Established In

1989

WHO WE ARE

HRMATT Empowering HR Professionals for a Thriving Workforce

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LATEST EVENTS

Outstanding Events
Built For You!

HRMATT hosts a variety of events designed to empower HR professionals with valuable insights, industry trends, and networking opportunities for growth and development.

Professional Development Programme

HRMATT Workshop Calendar

2026 – 2027

Explore HRMATT's upcoming professional development workshops, designed to help HR professionals strengthen their leadership, digital, legal, analytical and workplace-management capabilities.

July 2026
Strategic Leadership

From Seat to Suite: Strategic HR Leadership That Drives Organisational Impact

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August 2026
AI in HR

The AI Advantage: Smarter Hiring, Sharper Analytics and Ethical HR in the Age of Automation

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September 2026
Digital Confidence

Digital Agility: Leading Seamless Change and Technology Adoption in the Modern Workplace

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October 2026
Retention & Wellbeing

Building High-Retention, Wellbeing-First Cultures in Public Service

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November 2026
Employment Law

Risk-Proof Your Organisation: Employment Law Essentials Every HR Professional Must Know

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December 2026
Networking

Your Network Is Your Net Worth: Business-Building Strategies for HR Consultants and Recruiters

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January 2027
Strategic Leadership

The Agile Boardroom: Leading Corporate Governance and Culture Transformation

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February 2027
AI in HR

Predictive People Analytics: Using Data and AI to Forecast Talent Trends

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April 2027
Employment Law

Industrial Relations Masterclass: Dispute Resolution, Collective Bargaining and Grievance Handling

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May 2027
Networking

HR Redefined: Shaping the Future of Work – An International HR Day Celebration

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June 2027
Digital Confidence

Level Up: The Digital Skills Early-Career HR Professionals Need to Compete and Lead

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SHRM

HRMATT-SHRM Partnership Highlights

Globally Recognized Certifications and Training

· SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP: HRMATT offers SHRM-CP (Certified Professional) and SHRM-SCP (Senior Certified Professional) certification programs, giving local HR professionals access to globally recognized credentials. This elevates the standard of HR expertise in the country.

· SHRM People Manager Qualification (PMQ): HRMATT also promotes the SHRM PMQ, which is an interactive, self-paced qualification designed specifically for people managers (new, aspiring, or current leaders) in any role, not just HR…click here to read more

Access to Global Events

· SHRM Annual Conference: The partnership facilitates the participation of HRMATT members in SHRM’s Annual Conference and Exposition, one of the world’s largest gatherings of HR professionals. This allows the T&T delegation to:…click here to read more

Resource and Best Practice Sharing

· The collaboration provides HRMATT members with access to current, international best-practices regarding issues affecting the profession, enabling the local HR community to remain at the forefront of industry developments and strengthen the HR field in Trinidad and Tobago.

OUR BLOG

HRMATT SAYS BLOG

Stay updated with the latest HR trends, insights, and expert advice

Unlocking Corporate Innovation with ISO 56001

We know innovation is important, but we just don’t know how to do it!

Emerson John-Charles

Importance of Information Management for HR Professionals

In the contemporary business landscape, records and information management (RIM) is not merely a best practice;….

Alicia Knights

Data Collection Survey

A study to explore trends and developments within the HR space. Complete the survey and you can win a US $100 Amazon Gift Card!

National Productivity Survey Launched

The National Productivity Council (NPC), launched a comprehensive National Productivity Assessment Survey

Strategic Partnerships: A Mechanism for Survival

In the Caribbean, working together is key to our survival. Having experienced similar challenges that affect us all….

Danica Williams

Wellness at Work—The Role of the Leader

Today’s workplaces should be safe spaces. Cultures of empathy and understanding are critical for employee well-being as well as business success….

Lara Quentrall-Thomas

Operation Spanning Across Trinidad & Tobago

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TEAM MEMBERS

Meet Our Leaders

The Board of Directors
The Human Resource Management Association
Trinidad and Tobago

Cavelle Joseph-St. Omer

President

Kimberly Chan

Vice President

Joel Basanta

Treasurer

Rhonda Matthew-Garcia

Secretary

Adesia Orie

Assistant Secretary | Assistant Tresurer

Allsha Long

Membership Officer

Kifaaya James

Education Officer

Cindy Wilson

Advocacy Officer

Desmond Lawrence

Public Relations Officer

HALL OF FAME

Hall of Fame Inductees

Discover the inspiring achievements of our Hall of Fame inductees, who have made significant contributions to the HR profession in Trinidad and Tobago

Diana Mahabir-Wyatt is currently the Chairman of the Board at the consultancy firm PMSL. Her portfolio includes the development of performance management systems, managing the human resource aspects of organisational change, assessing training needs, and developing training programs appropriate to the culture of individual companies and industrial sectors….read more

Diana Mahabir-Wyatt

Chairman of the Board | PMSL

Gloria Eastman is one of the founders of Eastman and Associates Limited (EAL) and has been the Managing Director since its inception in 1983. EAL is currently one of the leading employment agencies in Trinidad and Tobago, fostering career development by assisting corporations in locating talented professionals. Prior to her role at Eastman & Associates, Gloria worked at Real Life Communications and BWIA as part of their human resources teams…..read more

Gloria Eastman

Managing Director | Eastman and Associates Ltd

Hollick Rajkumar has over 40 years of experience in management consulting. Before starting HRC Associates in 1990, Hollick spent 10 years with KPMG and PwC, where he developed and led the respective HR and organization consulting practices. He is widely acknowledged as one of the leading executive search, compensation, and organisation consultants in the English-speaking Caribbean and is recognized as a thought leader in these areas of consulting….read more

Hollick Rajkumar

Founder | HRC Associates

Grace Talma is the founder and CEO of Grace Talma Associates (GTA), a leading organisational development, strategy consulting, and corporate training firm in Trinidad and Tobago that was established in 1981. Since then, the organisation has provided cutting-edge solutions to clients both regionally within the Caribbean and internationally….read more

Grace Talma

CEO | Grace Talma Associates

Ulric Warner’s legacy remains deeply etched within the halls of academia and the corridors of corporate excellence. As a distinguished human resource executive, his leadership illuminated the paths of countless professionals. From his pivotal roles as Vice President of Human Resources at Atlantic LNG to his chairmanship at National Quarries Company Limited…..read more

Ulric Warner

Human Resouce Executive

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