Monday, November 25, 2024
The Bahamas is the platinum sponsor for the 2024 CMEx Awards in Miami, celebrating Caribbean leaders in tourism, media, and more.
The Bahamas is set to be the platinum sponsor for the esteemed Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) Leadership Awards and Fundraiser on December 8, 2024, at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel in Miami. The event aims to honor the outstanding achievements of key figures in tourism, media, sports, and public health from across the Caribbean.
The roster for the 2024 Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) Leadership Awards features a distinguished array of professionals from various sectors within the Caribbean:
- Kashmie Ali holds the role of Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Sailrock South Caicos.
- Tracy Berkeley leads as CEO of the Bermuda Tourism Authority.
- Latia Duncombe serves as the Director General at the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments, and Aviation.
- Laura Dowrich-Phillips is noted for her work as a Caribbean journalist and PR Manager at Experience Turks and Caicos.
- Ambassador Victor Fernandes is recognized as a seasoned broadcaster and represents Barbados as the envoy to the US and the OAS.
- Gloria and Solomon Herbert are the entrepreneurial spirits behind Black Meetings & Tourism magazine.
- Dr. Lisa Indar currently leads as the Interim Executive Director of the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA).
- Eroline and Lyton Lamontagne own and operate the Fond Doux Eco Resort in St. Lucia.
- Thea LaFond, a 2024 Olympic Champion, hails from Dominica.
- Vanessa Ledesma holds the position of CEO at the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA).
- Marc Melville directs Chukka Caribbean Adventures as its CEO.
- Marie McKenzie is the Senior Vice President of Government and Destination Affairs at Carnival Corporation & plc.
- Jennifer Nugent-Hill oversees Government and Community Affairs at Tropical Shipping.
- Simón Suárez is Vice President at Grupo Puntacana.
- Ellison “Tommy” Thompson has former roles as the Deputy Director General of Tourism for the Bahamas and CEO of the St. Kitts Tourism Authority.
- Christine Valls manages sales for Latin America and the Caribbean at United Airlines.
These professionals represent the leadership and innovation driving the Caribbean’s tourism, public health, and media landscapes, reflecting the region’s dynamic growth and commitment to excellence.
This vital annual event is a key networking opportunity for top industry and government leaders, promoting collaboration and excellence in the Caribbean tourism industry while also highlighting the commitment to sustainable tourism and corporate responsibility.
Supporting the event is a distinguished array of partners, including:
- Anse Chastanet and Jade Mountain, St. Lucia
- Blue Horizons Garden Resort, Grenada
- Brion City Hotel, BW Signature Collection, Curaçao
- along with other prominent organizations within the Caribbean’s hospitality and tourism sectors.
This initiative plays a significant role in promoting community cohesion and development in the Caribbean, showcasing the collective efforts of regional stakeholders to boost the Caribbean’s profile on the global tourism map.
