Whether you’re just starting to understand your finances or you’re a budding entrepreneur, we all work hard every day. But how can you make sure that your money is working for you?
At the Lumina Financial Literacy Summit, Bermuda’s best financial minds will equip you with the tools, strategies, and insider knowledge you’ll need to take control of your finances, build wealth, and secure your financial future.
This game-changing event will illuminate a variety of financial literacy topics that everyone needs to achieve financial freedom.
Hear directly from local financial experts, entrepreneurs, and professionals who speak your language.
Keynote Interview
The Honorable Curtis L. Dickinson, JP, MP, is a respected leader and accomplished financial executive whose career spans over 25 years across the private sector, government, and international finance. Currently serving as the elected Member of Parliament for Constituency 21 – Pembroke South East, Curtis is recognized for his disciplined approach to fiscal management, strategic insight, and unwavering commitment to Bermuda’s long-term prosperity. Appointed Minister of Finance in November 2018, Curtis guided Bermuda through a period of economic uncertainty, implementing prudent debt management strategies, navigating the fiscal challenges of the global pandemic, and championing responsible financial policy. His tenure was marked by a steadfast dedication to transparency, sustainability, and protecting Bermuda’s international reputation as a premier financial jurisdiction. Before entering public service, Curtis built a distinguished career in global banking and finance. Most recently, he served as Executive Vice President and Group Head of Private Banking at the Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited, where he oversaw the bank’s global private banking, wealth management, and treasury operations. His leadership experience also includes senior investment banking roles at Donaldson Lufkin & Jenrette, Credit Suisse First Boston, and Wells Fargo Securities, where he specialized in capital raising for major corporations in the media, telecommunications, consumer, and retail sectors across the United States and the United Kingdom. Curtis has made significant contributions to Bermuda’s civic and corporate landscape, having chaired the Bermuda Hospitals Board and the Bermuda Board of Education, and served as a director for the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation and the Bermuda Land Development Company. In the private sector, he is currently an Independent Director for Somerset Reinsurance Ltd., Somerset Holdings International Ltd., Hiscox Insurance Company (Bermuda) Limited, and Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA). A proud alumnus of Morehouse College (B.A. in Finance, cum laude) and Columbia University Graduate School of Business (MBA), Curtis combines strong academic foundations with a proven record of results-driven leadership. His work has consistently demonstrated the ability to bridge complex global finance with practical, community-centered governance. Curtis is married to Lisa Lee Dickinson, and together they are the proud parents of three children. His role as a husband and father grounds his commitment to building a Bermuda where families can thrive, communities can prosper, and opportunities are accessible to all. Curtis remains deeply connected to his Pembroke South East constituency, advocating for economic empowerment, educational opportunity, and community development. He is widely regarded as a principled leader whose career reflects integrity, competence, and service to Bermuda.
Keynote Speaker
19Keys is pioneering the cognitive renaissance in the age of AI, merging ancestral frameworks with cutting-edge innovation to empower communities to not just survive the future—but architect it. Through platforms like Crownz Society and SuperMind Labs, he offers a uniquely sovereign lens on technology, sovereignty, and consciousness—leading international efforts to equip Black and underrepresented communities with both the literacy and spiritual alignment to thrive amidst exponential technological shifts. Keys' mission focus is equipping Black & underrepresented communities with AI literacy and spiritual alignment to thrive in exponential technological shifts.
COO, Ocean Tree Limited
Jason Lowe serves as the Chief Operations Officer at Ocean Tree Limited, where he brings over a decade of leadership and expertise from the financial services industry. A graduate of Morehouse College with a bachelor’s degree in Business, Jason combines strategic acumen with a commitment to operational excellence. Beyond his professional career, Jason is a dedicated husband and proud father of two daughters. He is deeply involved in his community through his passion for basketball. Jason is the Assistant Head Coach of the Bermuda Men's National Basketball Team and also leads the Wolfpack Basketball Academy, where he mentors and develops young athletes both on and off the court. Jason’s unique blend of corporate leadership and community engagement reflects his dedication to making a lasting impact in both business and youth development.
IT Professional/Media Personality
Terri K is a dynamic IT professional and seasoned media personality who knows how to balance brains with passion. Armed with a Master of Science Information Systems from Georgia State University and Bachelor of Science in Economics from Spelman College, Terri has built a robust tech career, currently working as a System Application Analyst at Liberty Bermuda, where she manages and maintains the company’s critical software systems. She’s also sharpened her tech chops at Spelman, where she led a service desk team of student employees, and at ConnecTech Bermuda, where she facilitated coding classes and delivered tech seminars. Outside the world of IT, Terri K shines on the airwaves. She got her start at DaFlavaRadio, later becoming an On-Air Personality at Inter-Island Communications and supporting the station’s digital presence as a Frontend Web Developer. Today, she hosts the Cash Cafe, where she breaks down financial literacy topics with a relatable, engaging voice, and co-hosts Monday Night Hype with DjiBreeze, bringing electric energy to Monday nights on Irie 98. Terri’s career is a true testament to following both your professional path and your creative passions — proving you really can have the best of both worlds.
CEO, Signature FX
Mandela Fubler is a professional trader, specializing in US indexes and commodities, with a diverse background spanning US equities, foreign exchange, and commodities. Born in Bermuda, and now based in London, he practiced law for 7 years before transitioning into financial markets. His curiosity for trading began in his second year of high school, when he first started trading US equities. Over the years, he expanded his expertise into foreign exchange and later transitioned to US indexes, refining his strategies to capitalize on intraday price movements. Now a full-time trader, he focuses primarily on the S&P 500, NASDAQ, and key commodity markets, applying a systematic approach to identify high-probability trading opportunities. Beyond his trading career, Mandela is committed to giving back to the trading community. In October 2017, he launched a YouTube channel to share his experiences, insights, and lessons with aspiring and fellow traders. Through educational lessons, live trading sessions, and market analysis, he aims to demystify trading and help others develop the skills needed to succeed in financial markets. With a disciplined approach, a deep understanding of market correlations, and a dedication to continuous learning, Mandela remains a respected member of the trading community, both as a professional trader and an educator.
Full-Time Investor
Dockyard, Bermuda
Email: support@luminafest.com
9 AM – 5 PM
5 PM – 7 PM
