CIMA Pays Tribute to Judiann Myles: A Colleague, Mentor & Friend

It is with profound sadness that the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) reflects on the passing of our colleague and beloved friend, Judiann Myles.

For more than 25 years, Judiann has been a highly valued member of CIMA. She was a vibrant, compassionate individual whose warmth, kindness, and unwavering commitment left a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of working with her. Her passing is a significant loss to the CIMA family and the wider regulatory community.

Throughout her career with the Authority, Judiann proudly served in four key divisions. She began her journey in 1999 in the Investments Supervision Division, then transitioned to the Policy & Development Division where she served as Chief Policy and Development Officer and later as Deputy Head. Judiann also served as Deputy Head of the Compliance Division for four years. Most recently, she was appointed Head of the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Division on 1 June 2024, where she also played a critical role in the formation and development of the division’s strategy, having served as a Deputy Head previously.

Judiann’s professional journey was further defined by her commitment to strengthening CIMA’s regulatory framework. She was instrumental in shaping regulatory policies, fostering engagement with industry stakeholders, and ensuring that the Authority remained responsive to both domestic and international financial regulatory changes. Her strategic guidance helped drive critical decisions and initiatives across the AML/CFT landscape.

Beyond her exceptional work at CIMA, Judiann was highly respected by her peers in the regional and international financial community. As Co-chair of the Financial Action Task Force Joint Group of the Americas, she represented the Cayman Islands and the entire region with grace, professionalism, and integrity. Her vast knowledge, collaborative approach, and leadership were unmatched. Judiann was also a generous mentor to many in the field, always willing to share her expertise, offer guidance, and invest time in the growth and development of others, especially young professionals.

On behalf of the entire Authority, we extend our deepest condolences to Judiann’s family and loved ones. May they find strength, comfort, and peace in the legacy she leaves behind.

Judiann will be greatly missed, but her memory will forever live on in our hearts.