Host:

Mr. Kennedy Pemberton, Founder & Lea Tourism Strategist, Simply City Solutions – St. Kitts & Nevis.

Presenters:

• Mrs. Laura Dowrich-Phillips, PR Manager for Experience Turks & Caicos
• Dean David A. Edwards, Gus Machado Collage of Business, St. Thomas University
• Ms. Alicia Edwards, Project Management Professional

Highlights & Topics:

• The importance of product development and skills development in tourism education.
• The role of social media and travel advisors in the tourism industry.
• The importance of integrating practical experience such as internships and work studies into tourism education
• The need for early education about the tourism industry, from primary school level, was emphasized.
• The panelists discussed the importance of destination marketing and promoting local culture.
• The importance of adapting to the changing landscape of the industry.

Overall, the discussions explored the theme of sustainability excellence in hospitality and tourism education, highlighting the need for innovation and interdisciplinary training to prepare professionals for the future.