Welcome to
Charlotte Knowles-Thompson Agency LTD.
Mission
CKT Agency Ltd. is committed to helping students identify the most affordable, accredited, and best-fit universities for their academic and career goals. Through personalized university placement guidance, scholarship research, admissions support, and professional advising, we empower students and their families to make informed decisions about higher education while delivering exceptional service with integrity, transparency, and excellence.
Vision
To be the leading education consultancy in The Bahamas and a trusted global partner in higher education, empowering students to achieve their academic and career aspirations through expert guidance, strategic university partnerships, and access to quality educational opportunities around the world.
Core Values
At Charlotte Knowles-Thompson Agency Ltd., we believe every student deserves the opportunity to pursue higher education and reach their full potential. Every student is treated with respect, care, and individualized attention. Our work is guided by the following core values:
- Student-Centered Service: We place each student's goals, aspirations, and best interests at the heart of every recommendation and decision.
- Excellence: We are committed to providing accurate, professional, and high-quality university placement, scholarship, and admissions guidance.
- Integrity: We conduct our business with honesty, transparency, fairness, and accountability, building relationships based on trust.
- Empowerment: We encourage students to dream boldly, pursue ambitious goals, and recognize that their potential is limitless.
- Equity and Inclusion: We provide the same level of support, encouragement, and opportunity to students from all backgrounds, cultures, and circumstances.
- Ethical Leadership: We promote ethical decision-making, personal responsibility, and respect for others throughout the educational journey.
- Achievement: We celebrate our students' accomplishments and remain committed to supporting them from their first inquiry through university admission and beyond.
- Lifelong Learning: We inspire students to embrace continuous learning, personal growth, and leadership as they prepare to make meaningful contributions to their communities and the world.
ABOUT THE CEO & FOUNDER
Charlotte C. Knowles-Thompson, BA
CEO & Founder
Charlotte Knowles Thompson Agency Ltd.
Charlotte Knowles-Thompson is a distinguished administrative professional with over two decades of experience in Corporate Bahamas. Her career has been shaped by her work alongside influential leaders who inspired her relentless pursuit of excellence. Under the mentorship of her former Executive Vice President, Frank Comito, she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from Edinburgh Napier University in Scotland.
In 2008, Charlotte was honored with the Administrative Professional of the Year (APOTY) award by the International Association of Administrative Professionals® (IAAP) Bahamas Chapter. This recognition followed a nomination from her peers under the leadership of President Yvette Johnson, CPS/CAP. The following year, IAAP® Kansas City conferred upon her the distinction of Member of Excellence for her dedication to the organization’s mission of fostering growth through education, community building, and leadership development. In 2018, she received the Distinguished Administrative Professional of the Year (DAP) award, nominated by her past Executive Vice President, Suzanne Pattusch, and presented by Island Human Resources.
Charlotte is also celebrated for her philanthropic initiatives that empower young people to achieve their educational aspirations. She collaborates year-round with high school counselors to organize virtual college fairs for public and private school students. In 2021, she partnered with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, to conduct college readiness seminars. In 2022, she hosted a session for over 100 members of The Bahamas All-Star Band.
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Charlotte hosted a series of virtual college fairs in August 2020, ensuring continued access to higher education opportunities. By September 2022, she successfully launched the 1st Annual College Fair at the Holy Trinity Activities Centre, which drew over 2,500 students from Nassau and the Family Islands.
Through her agency, Charlotte partners with corporate sponsors and universities to provide scholarships and financial assistance to Bahamian students. She awards a $500 scholarship to the reigning Miss Teen Bahamas and has received a $5,000 grant from the Government of The Bahamas to expand her outreach. Her collaborations with the Honorable Leonardo Lightbourne have also helped support students in North Andros and the Berry Islands.
To ensure a wide range of options for higher education, Charlotte has established partnerships with universities across the United States (including HBCUs), Canada, Jamaica, and Grenada. These partnerships offer Bahamian students free applications, financial incentives, and scholarships. Several universities have introduced scholarships through her agency, covering 50% to 100% of tuition costs.
Charlotte also founded the nonprofit Facebook page Say Yes to Scholarships & the Best Accredited Universities, which connects students with partner institutions, provides resources for scholarship opportunities, and guides them through college preparation for local and international studies.
Charlotte was married to the late Brentwood Thompson, and they share two accomplished adult children, Blaine and Blaire, who have completed a combined five degrees on full scholarships:
- Blaine Thompson began his studies at the College of The Bahamas before transferring to The Bahamas Technical & Vocational Institute (BTVI), where he earned an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Network Engineering with CompTIA and A+ certifications in 2022. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information Systems at the University of West Alabama in Livingston, Alabama.
- Blaire Thompson is a classically trained chef who earned an Associate Degree in Culinary Arts and a Bachelor’s Degree in Food Service Management from Johnson & Wales University in North Miami. She later earned a Master’s Degree in Student Affairs and Higher Education Administration from Kent State University in 2021 on a full scholarship. Blaire is currently the Associate Director of Education at Portland State University in Portland, Oregon.
Charlotte Knowles-Thompson’s unwavering dedication to education, community building, and professional excellence continues to leave a lasting impact on Bahamian students and families.
Contributing
to realizing so many dreams
I think we have added a brick to the nation’s strength. We are using all the resources available in and outside the country to achieve the goal of providing better opportunities for Bahamian students.
Threshold to
International Universities/Colleges
The choice of the university/college and course will have a decisive influence on students' future career. It Is obvious that they must choose....
Be Trustworthy with Relevant and
up-to-date Information
Charlotte Knowles Thompson Agency is committed to giving students all relevant accurate information about life at college, room & board and 20-hour jobs on campus. After learning students’ preferred area of study, we give them every detail about the institution they
Be One with Eminent Services to
Guard People from Misleads
Crowds always make a noise and it can be misleading to some extent. Such is the case with education consultancies in The Bahamas. Parents and the students are often misled by such consultancies for the sake of quick money. This causes not only a loss of money and time for the victims but a matter of disrepute for education consultancies too.
Be a Visa Preparation Resource
We prepare students for their visa interview, the most crucial part of the college process and help them with documentation to fulfill the requirements needed by the US and Canadian Embassies.
Goals &
Objectives
Charlotte Knowles Thompson Agency Ltd. with a team of enthusiastic and dedicated professionals is committed to delivering excellent services to meet the needs and requirements of students seeking to study abroad.
Core Values
Achieve their Dreams
To enable students to achieve their dreams and reach their full potential.
Excellence Guidance
To provide unparalleled academic excellence guidance.
Develop Social Awareness
To promote ethical practices and the development of social awareness and responsibility in all students.
Aim High
To encourage all students to aim high and to impose no limits on ambitions.
