Trini appointed Jersey Commissioner

A prominent Trinidadian businessman, Mike Sims, formerly of Kelly Village Caroni, has been appointed as Commiss-ioner of New Jersey Commission of Eco-nomic Development and in so doing has become the first Caribbean-American to hold that title.

Sims was appointed to the position because “he is a successful entrepreneur”, according to a release. “He is a businessman of exceptional ability who rose from poverty to prominence”, added the release. Sims commands enormous respect among Jersey politicians and was recommended for the position by the Hudson County Executive because of “his strong relationship with the business community.” The Governor of New Jersey accepted the recommendation and made the appointment.