Lancelott Barnes and Dr. Anthony Husemann

Biography

Lancelott Barnes graduated from Northern Caribbean University (formerly West Indies College) in 1996 with an ASc. in Information Science. Later that year, he migrated to Grand Cayman and subsequently completed a BSc. (Hons) from the University College of the Cayman Islands. There, he received the UCCI Board of Governors award in 2009 and served as the Student Representative President in his final year. He is currently working as a Senior Systems Administrator in his organization while pursuing a Master's degree in Business Administration from the International College of the Cayman Islands.

A devoted father, Lancelott is committed to his religious beliefs, morals and principles that has propelled him to become an outstanding citizen in this community.

Dr. Tony Husemann attended St. Mary's College, Maryland, on a National Merit Special Scholarship in 1973, where he majored in biology and minored in mathematics, graduating with honors in 1976 with a B.Sc. degree. From there he attended Bowling Green State University’s graduate programme in biology, but fell in love with teaching and moved to California in 1978 to pursue post-baccalaureate studies in Life Science Education at Sonoma State University. He subsequently earned a Ryan Single Subject Teaching Credential in 1983, and taught in California public schools from 1980-84, and from 1984 to 1988 in a Cayman Islands high school.

Husemann continued his education at Columbia International University, South Carolina, 1988- 1990. He then transferred to the University of South Carolina to complete a masters of education in adult education, where he graduated summa cum laude in 1991.

Returning to the Cayman Islands, he served as principal of another local high school, and after several more years of teaching and school leadership, Husemann moved on to Calvary Christian Academy (CCA), Ft. Lauderdale, where he taught science from 2003-2008. He also earned a PhD in management and organizational development, graduating summa cum laude from Capella University, St. Paul, Minnesota, in 2006, following which he served as Calvary Christian Academy’s academic administrator, from 2007-08. At present he is the director of graduate studies at the International College of the Cayman Islands, where he has been since 2008.

Article Title

The Effects / Advantages of Sports on the Economic and Social Status of the Cayman Islands

Abstract

The impact of the sporting industry on economic decision making has increased dramatically, worldwide. Because of the tremendous potential earnings due to most sports having a professional league, and the significance and availability of media coverage, sports has evolved as a significant money-making venture. Tourism and advertising revenues generated by mega- sporting events have become a major boost to the economies of participating nations. In addition, globalization has placed great emphasis on the importance of foreign direct investment (FDI), especially to developing countries. Sporting competitions represent one vehicle that has certainly brought the world together. This paper seeks to examine the impact different areas of sports have on the economic and social development of the Cayman Islands. It is found that there is a positive impact on most macro economic variables, including GDP and employment. With the potential economic benefits of sporting events and post-event phases of major sports taken into account, it can be concluded with relative certainty that participating in international sporting competitions may benefit Cayman’s economic growth and development going into the new millennium.

Schedule


A detailed schedule may be found HERE
Book Fair and Cultural Exhibits 12:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Keynote Reception 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Conference Opening 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm


Morning Session 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
(Includes a 10-minute coffee break)
Luncheon & Cultural Interlude 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
Afternoon Sessions 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
4:15 pm - 7:00 pm
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Book Fair / Historical and Cultural Exhibits Continue 9:00 am – 5:30 pm


Morning Session 9:00 am – 11:15 am
Luncheon & Cultural Interlude 11:15 am – 12:15 pm
Afternoon Sessions 12:20 pm – 3:20 pm
3:40 pm - 5:10 pm
Book Fair / Historical and Cultural Exhibits Continue 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Closing Plenary and Cocktail Reception 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

*Plenaries will be scheduled during morning and luncheon sessions.

Persons whose papers have been accepted present on Day Two and Three of the conference.