Ascendant Group Limited announced that Bermudian Zehena Davis is the group’s new vice president, human resources.

The appointment was made after what a spokesman described as “an extensive search.”

Ms Davis has lived in the US since 1996. Walter Higgins, president and chief executive officer, said: “We are confident that Ascendant Group will benefit from Ms Davis’ broad experience, which includes developing strategies for change management and linking strategic plans to business results, relationship building, process improvement and increased efficiencies. We are pleased to welcome her to Ascendant Group, and will provide her with full support as she learns about the company and our staff.”

Ms Davis was with Crowne Office Suites, Atlanta, Georgia, where she served as centre manager. Prior to joining Crowne, she was managing partner of Atlanta International Consulting Group, a full-service marketing and merchandising company. Ms Davis also worked for Marriott International as director of human resources for their Chateau Élan Winery and Resort in Braselton, Georgia and also at the Castle Harbour Resort in Bermuda.

Ascendant’s new VP holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Health Administration from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and a Master of Public Administration degree in Human Resources Management from Clark Atlanta University.

The operating companies of Ascendant Group Limited are Bermuda Electric Light Company, Bermuda Gas, Air Care, iFM Limited, PureNERGY Renewables, iEPC Limited and Ascendant Properties.