BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Former Barbadian diplomat Mackie Holder has assumed the role of Chief of Staff in the Office of the Prime Minister, with responsibility for coordinating operations, supporting government policy implementation and strengthening public engagement.
Mackie HolderHolder, who brings extensive experience in diplomacy, communications and political strategy, most recently served as Deputy High Commissioner at the Barbados High Commission in London, where he was responsible for diaspora affairs.
He previously spent approximately five years as Barbados’ Consul General in New York, working closely with Barbadian communities across the United States.
His career also includes senior positions in the public and private sectors, serving as Hansard Editor and working closely with three prime ministers.
Holder has also worked as a political strategist in Barbados, St. Kitts, St. Lucia and Bermuda, alongside extensive involvement in communications, cultural production and event management.
A longstanding contributor to Barbados’ Crop Over Festival, he has produced the Wednesday 2000 band for approximately two decades and is also an author, playwright and songwriter.
Holder holds a Master’s degree in Communications from the University of Wales and has received the Pride of Barbados Award and the Gold Trident of Excellence.
The Government says his appointment is intended to strengthen effective governance, improve communication with citizens and the diaspora, and advance national development priorities.
