Seprod CEO conferred with Honorary Doctorate by UTech

November 15, 2026

Seprod Group Chief Executive Officer Richard Pandohie has been conferred with an Honorary Doctor of Technology degree by the University of Technology (UTech), Jamaica.

The honour was bestowed on Saturday, November 14, in recognition of his more than three decades of contributions to engineering, business and Jamaica’s economic development.

Pandohie, who holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from The University of the West Indies and an MBA in Corporate Finance and Operations Management from McGill University in Canada, has led the Seprod Group since 2015.

Under his leadership, the company has expanded its regional operations and strengthened its position as one of the Caribbean’s leading manufacturing and distribution groups.

His professional contributions also include serving as President of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association, where he advocated for the advancement of Jamaica’s productive sector.

In 2022, Pandohie was awarded the Order of Distinction in the rank of Commander for his contribution to the manufacturing sector.

Addressing graduates at the UTech ceremony, Pandohie reflected on his career and the importance of making a meaningful contribution to national development.

He said his journey had been shaped by a relentless drive to make a difference, make his family proud and leave a legacy of high performance and contribution to nation-building.