Sharing our passion, and giving back to the world
One of the key things that helps to drive our teams forward is our passion to help and serve the communities local to us. We pride ourselves on open communication, breaking down barriers in both community and industry, treating everyone with the same values of quality of service and respect.
We feel it is vital to put back into the communities where we operate, this takes many forms from larger formal organisations such as The Princes Trust, through to low key direct action such as shipping clothing to children in Grenada, a life boat to Tortola, play equipment to Bequia, and much needed aid in the aftermath of disasters.
The King’s Trust Annual USA gala
The King’s Trust International Annual Gala WOW ! A star studded guest list at Christie’s New York - headed by global ambassador & co chair Charlotte Tilbury MBE, Lionel Richie, Edward Enninful, Christie’s CEO Bonnie Brennan & King’s Trust USA Chair Jeremy Green.
Alongside the hard working team of King’s Trust International with Victoria Gore CEO of King’s Trust USA & Will Straw CEO of King’s Trust International.
We simply can’t name everyone but supporters included Anna Winter, Donatello Versace, Martha Stewart, Imran and Karlie Kloss - the list goes on !
Celebrating their 50th Anniversary, founded by then Prince of Wales, 1976, empowering young people into work. This was the conclusion of the Royal state tour.
Engaging in the most emotive way, reaching young people in a way that makes them feel valued. Why do they succeed where others fail ?
The common theme from these wonderful you people was they felt someone truly cared. Giving hope, purpose and clear focus. Beyond question KTI achieves incredible success with the lives it touches.
Even more impactful these young people carry inside the irrefutable belief they are part of a wider movement. Shining through their speeches, to an audience predominantly of famous and wealthy strangers, yet conducting themselves with poise, eloquence and charm beyond their years.
To understand more about The Kings Trust International you need to understand the incredible feeling it bestows upon all those involved. A huge impact on donors and sponsors, and simply life changing to the young people benefitting.
The ability to cross boundaries, countries and cultures and to conduct the Trust with a sense of kindness, empowerment, empathy and jubilation can only come from those very traits that are so evident in It’s founder and the true star of the show, HM The King, assisted by Her Majesty The Queen.
Always ahead of His time, His Majesty the King is truly the most inspirational leader and we are proud to be part of such a far reaching organisation.
Exactly as depicted in their logo, The Kings Trust International has the ability to wrap its arms around all of those involved in whatever shape or form that may be.
His Majesty’s heartfelt speech encapsulated the years He has put into the Trust and its future. Commenting it was “Quite difficult to get it off the ground in the first place, but we did. And so perhaps you can imagine that after all these years of investing in your people …the greatest thing that I always hoped, but never quite believed would happen, having invested, many of the people who’ve been successful through the trust then come back to help support other young people in the future. That for me has been a wonderful virtuous circle”
Involved since its inception, Andy & Nicki Thorne on behalf of Kestrel are so proud to support the fruition of His Majesty’s dream.
The Prince's Trust
The Prince's Trust, founded in 1976, is one of the United Kingdom's most successful funding organisations. We at Kestrel never fail to be inspired by their ongoing efforts to uplift the younger generations.
In January 2017, we partnered with the Prince's Trust International, a new International arm launched in 2015, to deliver their 'Get into Logistics' programme. The 'Get into' is an employability scheme in Barbados with the aim of helping disadvantaged young people on the island gain vital sector-specific skills. Our first wave of students on the 'Get into Logistics' programme all graduated with flying colours.
Mark Davidian from Kestrel had the pleasure of giving the participants of 'Get into Logistics' their graduation certificates. He heard first-hand the benefits of the programme to the young people involved.
I was very honoured to attend the Prince's Trust International Event and to meet this first wave of students – an inspiring group of enthusiastic, energetic young people looking to find a start and hopefully building a career in logistics. As the future of their industry they need to be given a chance. The benefits from this programme are already being realised in Barbados and we look forward to seeing the programme expand across the Caribbean region.
Mark Davidian
One of the biggest success stories of the 'Get into Logistics' programme was our trainee Orian. We were so impressed with her commitment and enthusiasm, we offered her a job in our offices in Barbados. We're pleased to report that she accepted, saying:
Six weeks ago I knew nothing about shipping! In five weeks I have learnt so much. I am looking forward to finding out so much more about the shipping and logistics industry. I am particularly looking forward to seeing a product on the shelves in Barbados knowing that I played a part in importing it.
We have also had the pleasure of working with the Prince's Trust International to sponsor their very successful 'Get into Hospitality' programme. This is an intensive 12-week programme which supports 15 young people who are not yet ready to enter employment and works with them to develop not only their confidence but also other key skills they will require through a residential week, community project and work placements. This programme also boasts a high degree of success with helping young people to find opportunities within the hospitality industry.
Here at Kestrel, we owe our success to the many different communities around the globe, so we are proud to support those who support us. We remain aware of the many different issues that these communities face, and are eager to help them however we can as it is part of the Mission Statement that Kestrel is built upon.