Alumni Achievements
TTCF alumni have gone on to excel in the military, business, public service, and communities across Trinidad and Tobago and beyond.
Alumni by Field
Our alumni have achieved excellence across every sector of society, demonstrating the lasting impact of cadet training.
Rose from cadet to highest military position, leading national defence force with distinction and implementing modernisation programmes.
General Marcus Williams
Chief of Defence Staff, TTDF
First female to command Coast Guard, pioneering maritime security operations and regional anti-drug trafficking coordination.
Rear Admiral Lisa Chen-Mohammed
Commander, Coast Guard
Led multiple UN peacekeeping missions in Africa and Middle East, awarded international service medals for humanitarian operations.
Colonel David Singh
UN Peacekeeping Commander
Built regional banking empire from startup, credits cadet leadership training for executive success and strategic thinking abilities.
Samantha Persad-Lee
CEO, Caribbean Banking Group
Created Caribbean's leading technology incubator, mentoring hundreds of startups and driving digital transformation across region.
Andre Thompson
Founder, Tech Innovation Hub
Leads major oil and gas operations, pioneering renewable energy initiatives and sustainable development projects nationally.
Michelle Wong
Managing Director, Energy Corporation
International steelpan performer, learned through TTCF Steel Orchestra, now cultural ambassador promoting Trinidad's music heritage globally.
Marcus Baptiste
National Artist, Steelpan Virtuoso
Award-winning mas designer, credits cadet discipline with mastering intricate costume production and managing large creative teams.
Kimberly Joseph-Grant
Carnival Designer & Producer
Published acclaimed novels on Caribbean identity, attributes storytelling skills to cadet public speaking and communication training.
Richard Mahabir
Author & Playwright
Gold medalist at London Olympics, developed athletic discipline and competitive mindset through TTCF physical training programmes.
Keshorn Walcott-Johnson
Olympic Javelin Champion
Led national women's team to regional championships, learned teamwork and leadership as cadet platoon commander.
Janine Richards
National Football Captain
Coaches West Indies youth teams, applies cadet leadership principles to develop next generation of cricket talent.
Kevin Mohammed
International Cricket Coach
Led national COVID-19 response, credits cadet first aid training with inspiring medical career and emergency response expertise.
Dr. Patricia Ali-Charles
Chief Medical Officer
Pioneering heart surgeon trained abroad, returns regularly for medical missions, learned precision and discipline as cadet.
Dr. Ryan Maharaj
Cardiac Surgeon, International Specialist
Manages national health programmes, developed organisational skills and service ethic through cadet community outreach projects.
Dr. Sarah Thompson-Lee
Public Health Director
Leading academic administrator, applies cadet leadership training to educational reform and student development initiatives.
Professor Michael Chen
Vice-Chancellor, University of Trinidad
International development economist, attributes analytical skills to cadet map reading and strategic planning exercises.
Dr. Jennifer Williams-Singh
Rhodes Scholar & Economist
Transformed underperforming school into national model, credits cadet discipline and mentorship experience for educational success.
Principal David John
Award-Winning School Principal
Senior government minister overseeing national security and public service, developed public speaking skills as cadet leader.
Hon. Maria Gonzales
Cabinet Minister
Leading parliamentarian advocating youth development, established scholarship fund for current cadets pursuing higher education.
Senator Richard Baptiste
Opposition Leader
Represents Trinidad and Tobago internationally, learned cultural sensitivity and protocol through cadet exchange programmes.
Ambassador Karen Thompson
Diplomatic Service Head
Leading software innovation across Caribbean, developed national e-government platform. Attributes systematic problem-solving skills to cadet map reading and tactical planning exercises.
Dr. Kevin Maharaj-Chen
Chief Technology Officer, Regional Tech Company
International expert on Caribbean climate adaptation, published groundbreaking research on coastal resilience. Developed research discipline through cadet fieldcraft and data collection training.
Professor Amanda Singh-Baptiste
Environmental Scientist & Climate Researcher
Leads regional aerospace development programmes, mentors youth in STEM fields. Aviation cadet training sparked lifelong passion for flight technology and engineering excellence.
Dr. Jason Williams-John
Aerospace Engineering Director
Presides over major criminal and constitutional cases, known for fairness and integrity. Credits cadet training with developing analytical thinking and ethical decision-making abilities.
Justice Michelle Thompson-Lee
High Court Judge
Successfully defended landmark civil rights cases, established legal aid clinic for underserved communities. Public speaking skills honed as cadet platoon commander proved invaluable in courtroom.
Marcus Ali, Senior Counsel
Leading Criminal Defense Attorney
Oversees prosecution of major criminal cases, champions justice system reform. Leadership experience as Company Sergeant Major prepared her for managing complex legal teams.
Sarah Chen-Mohammed
Director of Public Prosecutions
Manages nationwide child welfare and family support programmes, transformed social services delivery. Community service ethic developed through 500+ hours of cadet volunteer projects.
Jennifer Baptiste-Williams
National Social Services Director
Created award-winning at-risk youth intervention programme reaching 1,000+ young people annually. Applies cadet mentorship principles to guide troubled youth toward positive pathways.
David John-Singh
Youth Development Programme Manager
Pioneered trauma counseling services for disaster survivors and violence victims. First aid training as medical unit cadet inspired career dedicated to healing and community wellness.
Dr. Lisa Thompson-Maharaj
Clinical Social Worker & Trauma Specialist