By Samuel Peters
The former Media Officer for the West Indies Cricket Team, Dario Barthley, has embarked on a new journey as CEO of BMP Sports Caribbean and the Americas, while maintaining his commitment to regional cricket development.
Despite departing Cricket West Indies (CWI) in early 2024, Barthley remains deeply invested in Caribbean cricket’s progress through his new role with the Dubai-based boutique sports agency, which is behind the innovative Max 60 competition in the Cayman Islands.
Speaking with Observer media, Barthley reflected warmly on his time with CWI.
“Thanks to the players, management, coaching staff, Cricket West Indies, the board – everyone –for giving me an opportunity to play such an important role in West Indies cricket. It has really shaped my career, providing first-hand experience of a high-performance environment within our Caribbean context,” he said.
The transition, though challenging given his strong ties to CWI, came after productive discussions with CWI President Dr Kishore Shallow, who recognized the potential for broader regional cricket development.
“All of my work will always aim to enhance the Cricket West Indies product,” Barthley emphasized. “Whether at local, regional, or international level, what matters is creating opportunities for athletes to develop their skills, compete against world-class talent, and potentially enter professional leagues.”
The opportunity arose through his connection with Carlos Brathwaite, a longtime business associate who introduced him to BMP Sports’ key stakeholders.
“After collaborating on various projects, it naturally evolved into taking on the CEO role for this region,” Barthley explained.
In his new position, Barthley aims to create opportunities both on and off the field.
“I see a path for growth and a chance to develop administrative talent from Antigua and the wider Caribbean. This move represents an opportunity to build regional capacity while potentially partnering with Cricket West Indies on projects beneficial to both grassroots and high-performance cricket,” he said.
