First launched in November 2011 by Gillian Wall and Catherine Kumar, Powerful Ladies of Trinidad and Tobago (PLOTT) was officially incorporated in 2013. PLOTT is a network of concerned women established to support and empower each other and future generations across career, professional and business development endeavours. As an advocate for the underserved, PLOTT fosters and encourages a culture of inclusion, diversity and equity as we build our sisterhood from members across all industries and sectors of the local landscape and diaspora.
PLOTT seeks to develop and maintain an environment of support and a culture of sisterhood among women and girls for future sustained progress and development. PLOTT is committed to and always seeking to implement novel and substantial ways in which to support and develop our membership. We are always eager and open to discussing and creating new initiatives to benefit and add value to the lives of our membership as we strengthen our relationship with the community and solidify our position in shaping national policy.
Shared but singular outcomes
Encourage and embrace individuality
Ongoing positive transformation
Shared interests and
support among sisters
Commitment & devotion to achievement of the outcome
Welcome fresh new ideas,
perspectives & processes
Established to create a safe and organic safe space for women to engage and interact with each other
PLOTTers also enjoy preferential prices and discounts from a wide array of businesses and affiliate organisations
PLOTT seeks to submit official positions on issues and matters of national importance
Instantly increase your net worth by joining the PLOTT network.
Tracy Farrag is an independent Producer and Writer who has worked in Film and Video Production for more than a decade. She also holds a Bachelor of Education with a specialization in Guidance and Counseling. Her passion for children and her experience in the classroom led this one-time flight attendant to co-produce the first feature length, award-winning children’s film in Trinidad and Tobago, Sally’s Way. Most of her work in video production however is centred in the corporate, cultural and sporting arena, writing and producing short documentaries and profiles. She has also worked on music videos, conceptualized and written copy for television ads and co-produced shows for the Marionettes Chorale for television broadcast. Tracy also holds a Certificate in Project Management and has worked on international projects with CBS as location manager for The Amazing Race in Trinidad and as a Project Coordinator with Coachella for their feature on Calypso Rose. She is a business development manager for a regional publication with extensive experience in marketing and sales and was a founding member of the publishing team that created the Caribbean’s first-ever Architectural Resource book. She is also a founding member of the Caribbean Association for Film and Television Professionals.
In her capacity as Chief PLOTTer, Tracy’s leadership has facilitated the re-ignition of the PLOTT network after the dormancy of the Covid-19 Pandemic. Her vision, foresight and governance continue to be integral, in adapting PLOTT for long-term sustainability as the network enters a bold, new and exciting era.
Ms. Natalie Maharaj is an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Executive with over twenty-five years’ proven expertise in the local ICT landscape. Her experience spans various industries in both the private and public sectors, including insurance, airline, energy, and manufacturing.
Natalie currently holds the position of Director ICT Services Division at the Ministry of Public Administration. She actively contributes to the National Technical Committee for ICT, led by the Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards, supporting the development of National ICT Security Standards tailored to the Trinidad and Tobago environment. Natalie is also a mentor and volunteers in her spare time as the Director of Academic Relations on the Board of the Trinidad and Tobago ISACA Chapter.
Natalie is highly accomplished, having earned a First Class Honours Bachelor of Science Degree in Computing. She further strengthened her knowledge and skills by earning Distinctions while completing a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration, and she is currently finalizing postgraduate studies in Operational Cybersecurity (award pending).
A champion for Digital Citizenship, Natalie passionately advocates for Cybersecurity Awareness, volunteering to educate others on Child Online Protection and encouraging a safe online environment for all. Leveraging her expertise in ICT Governance and Cybersecurity, Natalie aims to empower PLOTTers with the digital skills required to be successful in today’s ICT-driven world.”
Maria Joseph (MJ) is a dynamic, resourceful entrepreneur with a refreshing perspective and spirited personality. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from the University of Sunderland in 2008. In 2010, she established eMpower Administrative Services and positioned it as the premier provider of administrative services in Trinidad and Tobago, through its diverse service offering and membership to the Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce.
Upon the attainment of her Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of the West Indies in 2013, as part of the first ever-graduating legal cohort of the St. Augustine campus, she added corporate-legal consultancy to her already impressive repertoire. eMpower has since flourished into a Management Consultancy specialising in inter alia; written content creation, system and process optimisation and training and development.
MJ is extremely passionate about shaping future leaders through mentorship, innovation, entrepreneurship and small business development. In addition to being a civil society advocate for many notable causes, MJ is also a Civil Mediator, a Caribbean Development Educator (CaribDE) and the holder of a Diploma in Labour Laws of Trinidad and Tobago. The holder of certificates in Customer Service, Quality Management, Conference Planning & Protocol and Event Management, she serves PLOTT in the capacity of Director of Events and Engagements. She uses her diverse knowledge base, youth, energy, enthusiasm and commitment to lifelong learning to ensure the longevity of the PLOTT brand and membership network.
Supreme Creator, as I stand among my sisters,
I pledge that our skills & talents will be used
to make a positive difference in the lives of many.
I accept that challenges are gifts in disguise.
Moreover, that my attitude affects outcomes.
I accept that today is a blessing to be enjoyed,
And that each person is unique & important.
I will always value this opportunity to serve
Because in serving others I serve you.
Almighty Creator,
We acknowledge your presence in our midst today.
We ask you, to lead our sisterhood.
Help us to recognise and to follow the plan you have for us.
Thank you for giving us all the tools we need to accomplish and fulfil our earthly mission.
Grant that we may use them wisely.
May we respect one another as sisters and through your divine inspiration,
may we be guided by your will in all that we do.
Amen
First launched in November 2011 by Gillian Wall and Catherine Kumar, Powerful Ladies of Trinidad and Tobago (PLOTT) was officially incorporated in 2013.
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