During his service as Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) from 1995 to 1999 under the Schneider Administration and again from 2015 to 2018 under the Mapp Administration, Nellon D. Bowry provided steady and results-driven leadership that significantly enhanced the Virgin Islands Government’s fiscal management and accountability. His extensive experience in finance and economics guided OMB through two pivotal periods of modernization and reform.

Bowry was instrumental in establishing and enforcing financial management policies across all government agencies, ensuring that fiscal practices were consistent, transparent, and aligned with the government’s strategic priorities. He championed the improvement of financial systems, implementing procedures to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance with territorial and federal requirements.

Throughout his tenure, Bowry took an active role in reviewing and advising on agency budgets and legislative proposals, helping departments structure their financial plans to meet both immediate operational needs and long-term fiscal goals. His insight and analytical approach ensured that public funds were utilized responsibly and effectively, in line with OMB’s mission to support sound fiscal governance.

Under his direction, OMB strengthened its capacity for budget execution monitoring, ensuring that expenditures consistently aligned with appropriations and that deviations were promptly addressed. He also emphasized the importance of developing reliable financial forecasts to support long-term planning and sustainability, equipping policymakers with the data necessary to make informed decisions about the territory’s fiscal future.

In addition, Bowry provided key advisory support to department heads, helping agencies restructure their financial operations to improve accountability, performance, and results. His leadership fostered a culture of fiscal discipline and professionalism within the public sector, reinforcing OMB’s central role in maintaining financial stability across the Government of the Virgin Islands.

Nellon Bowry’s tenure as Director reflected his deep commitment to strong financial stewardship, policy innovation, and institutional integrity. His work helped lay the foundation for more efficient budgetary practices and greater fiscal responsibility throughout the Virgin Islands government.