Supporting since 2017
The NFG Step Forward Foundation grew out of a series of donations and sponsorships made by the NFG Group since its inception in 2017. NFG Group has contributed to numerous charities, covered educational expenses for underserved youth worldwide, and provided extra support to employees and their families as needs arose. Giving back is part of their mission. Step Forward’s purpose is to provide independent management and impartiality in donations and sponsorships as NFG Group grows their philanthropic sector.
Our Staff
Shaunte Stapleton
Corporate Manager, St.Kitt's
Shaunte Stapleton is an experienced corporate professional from St. Kitts & Nevis, known for a confident approach, strong business insight, and a touch of humor. With years of hands-on experience, Shaunte is committed to delivering value and building lasting professional relationships.
Troylin Evelyn
Secretary
With many years of experience supporting corporate teams, Troylin Evelyn keeps operations running smoothly behind the scenes. From calendar management and executive support to streamlining office processes, she brings organization, efficiency, and a proactive approach to everything she does. She lives in the tropical island of St. Kitts and Nevis and outside of the office, you’ll find her recharging at the beach.
Ambassadors
Cecilia Rague-Kaisha
Chief Executive Officer
Underwriting Africa Specialty | Nairobi, Kenya
Cecilia Rague-Kaisha is the Chief Executive Officer of Underwriting Africa Specialty, with deep expertise across law, credit risk, and insurance. Drawing on her background in banking and international finance, she has structured and delivered trade credit insurance, bonds, and guarantee solutions across African markets—combining global insight with locally grounded execution.
She also co-leads the firm’s corporate social responsibility initiative, the Lenivan Empowerment Foundation, which focuses on expanding access to quality education for children in underserved communities. Through targeted programs supporting school fees, nutrition, and essential school supplies, the foundation addresses the key barriers that prevent children from staying in school and reaching their full potential.
She holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Keele University and an MBA from the East and Southern African Management Institute.
Dr. Kathryn Devos
Executive Director
Underwriting Africa Specialty | Nairobi, Kenya
Dr. Kathryn Devos is the Executive Director of Underwriting Africa Specialty, where she leads operations, strategic partnerships, and innovation across underwriting and risk management. With decades of experience, she plays a central role in translating strategy into execution and scaling sustainable risk solutions across African markets.
She also co-oversees the Lenivan Empowerment Foundation, the company’s corporate social responsibility arm, which is dedicated to transforming the lives of children in underserved communities through access to education.
Earlier in her career, Kathryn was involved in a range of charitable and public interest initiatives, including supporting access to cancer treatment, advancing health technology during the COVID-19 pandemic, and contributing to HIV/AIDS research and advocacy
She holds a Master’s Degree in Public Health - Health Economics and Policy from the University of Liverpool.