Success Stories

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

Where Our Alumni Excel

Military & Defence
Business & Enterprise
Public Service
Education
Healthcare
Community Leadership