When Ursula Garrett, CPA, took the stage at Bermuda’s inaugural Two Weeks of Magic Global Collaborators session, she was not there merely as a panelist; she was there as a bridge between continents.
Across two distinct settings, the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium and the Sol i Mar Restaurant at Coco Reef Bermuda, Garrett engaged in conversations that extended far beyond dialogue. She stepped into rooms where policymakers, investors, and innovators were actively discussing cross-border solutions grounded in real economic and human need.
Her exchange with the Honorable E. David Burt, JP, MP, signaled more than a moment of recognition; it opened a conversation around workforce mobility, diaspora expertise, and economic alignment. Drawing from her work across emerging markets, Garrett outlined a clear opportunity: connecting skilled labor and entrepreneurial talent with markets experiencing critical gaps.
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“My work involves training youth, supporting entrepreneurs, and developing skilled labor,” she noted. “There is a real opportunity to align emerging talent with markets that need it, creating value on both sides.”
The Premier’s acknowledgment of her contributions during his address reinforced her role not as an observer but as a strategic contributor operating at the intersection of policy, workforce development, and economic growth.
That positioning reflects Garrett’s broader body of work. As a tax strategist, ecosystem builder, and cross-border connector, she operates across multiple layers of economic development, advising businesses, structuring financial pathways, and building infrastructure that enables long-term growth. Her initiatives in Sierra Leone—spanning workforce development, women-led enterprise training, and entrepreneurial support systems—are designed not just to empower individuals, but to strengthen entire economic ecosystems.
Within Bermuda’s highly regulated and globally connected environment, that work took on new relevance. Garrett identified the island not simply as a financial center, but as a strategic testing ground for scalable global solutions: one where ideas can be refined, validated, and deployed across markets.
“Before you visit a place, you have preconceived notions,” she reflected. “Once you get there, you understand its true potential. Bermuda is not one-dimensional; it’s a place where different worlds connect.”
That connectivity is precisely what aligns with her mission. Bermuda’s position between major global markets, combined with its regulatory strength and financial infrastructure, creates a unique environment for advancing cross-border initiatives. For Garrett, the value lies not in the narrative but in the application: a place where workforce models, capital strategies, and entrepreneurial frameworks can be tested and scaled internationally.
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The Two Weeks of Magic platform accelerated these dynamics. From the Magic Mastermind Summit to The Magic of Bermuda™ Annual Awards Brunch Gala, the experience convened leaders across sectors to explore how capital, innovation, and human development intersect.
On the Global Collaborators panel, moderated by co-founder Gianluca Gibbons, Garrett contributed a grounded, execution-focused perspective shaped by decades of advising entrepreneurs and scaling businesses. Alongside voices in biotechnology and mental health, she emphasized a critical throughline: sustainable solutions require alignment between financial strategy, human capital, and community infrastructure.
Her presence extended beyond the conference stage. Through her feature on Magic 102.7 FM’s The Glenn Blakeney Show, Garrett brought these conversations directly to the Bermudian public, reinforcing a central principle of her work: insight only matters when it can be translated into practical, scalable frameworks.
The impact of her time in Bermuda is already shaping what comes next. Conversations are now underway to explore workforce exchange models and entrepreneurial training initiatives, creating pathways to connect Bermuda with emerging markets such as Sierra Leone through her philanthropic work with the Empower Her Global Foundation. This would create structured pathways for skills development, business expansion, and shared economic growth.
For Garrett, Bermuda represents more than a moment; it represents a model. A controlled, globally connected environment where ideas can move from concept to execution with speed and accountability.
Her work continues to sit at a rare intersection: tax strategy, capital allocation, workforce development, and ecosystem design. It is this combination that positions her not only to participate in global conversations but to shape them.
In a world increasingly defined by interdependence, Garrett’s approach offers a clear framework for what effective cross-border collaboration can look like: intentional, structured, and built for scale.
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