The Clinton Global Initiative Action Network on Post-Disaster Recovery
As the 2018 hurricane season approaches its peak months, President Bill Clinton convened the second formal meeting of the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Action Network on Post-Disaster Recovery at the University of Miami, bringing together more than 350 leaders from government, business, and civil society. In attendance were Patricia Affonso-Dass, CHTA’s President; Karolin Troubetzkoy, CHTA’s […]
Marketplace 2019 Registration Opens August 22nd
Your chance to meet buyers and tour operators from around the world under one roof is just around the corner! CHTA will be rolling out Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2019 in Jamaica with more surprises, more buyers and exciting new activities that will strengthen the connectivity between all industry stakeholders. Registration Opens August 22, 2018 – Take […]
Managing the Art of Being Local
The rise of vacation rental platforms like Airbnb has revealed a desire among travelers to live like a local and have personalized travel experiences. Certainly technology and lower price points have played a large role in the rise of the share economy, as well as a push back against the homogenization of the hotel industry. […]
Congratulations to the Newly Elected CHTA Officers 2018 – 2020
President Patricia Affonso-Dass, Group General Manager, Ocean Hotels, Barbados Immediate Past President Karolin Troubetzkoy, Executive Director, Marketing & Operations, Anse Chastanet & Jade Mountain, St. Lucia Treasurer Jim Hepple, Tourism Analytics, Aruba 1st Vice President Karen Whitt, […]
CHTA President Reflects Upon Past… Looks to Future
(Following are inaugural remarks given by CHTA President Patricia Affonso-Dass during the opening of CHIEF in Miami, July 22, 2018) Good evening, Immediate Past President Karolin, Past Presidents of CHTA, Directors, Members, Industry colleagues, friends, ladies and gentlemen. I stand here this evening proud and extremely humbled to have been elected to serve as the […]
How To Create A Great Corporate Culture
By Tatiana Milan, OBMI Human Resources Director People often underestimate how important culture is in the workplace. If you don’t actively recognize this culture, your corporation could be missing out on a valuable opportunity to provide a positive impact on your employees and your bottom line. What is a corporate culture and what are the […]
CHIEF’s Virtual Exchange Hub Promotes Hospitality Innovations
CHTA’s Caribbean Hospitality Industry and Exchange Forum (CHIEF) brought together key players in the hospitality and tourism industry throughout the Caribbean to enhance their sustainability and profitability. This year’s CHIEF featured 38 companies showcasing products and services catered to the hospitality industry. Out of the 38 exhibitors 19 participated in a new featured benefit offered […]
New MOU’s in the Works
Looking to expand its outreach to other international organizations, CHTA has signed Memorandums of Understanding with the following organizations: CGM Gallagher The CGM Gallagher Group is the Caribbean’s largest insurance broker. It has offices in Jamaica, Barbados, St. Vincent and St. Lucia. CHTA is working with CGM Gallagher to offer pan-regional Health Insurance Options for […]
CHTA Membership Outreach to Belize
On July 3rd the Belize Hotel Association held its Annual General Meeting at the Black Orchid Resort in Belize. Guest Speaker at the AGM was Ms. Martha Valdivia, CHTA’s Director of Membership Development. Ms. Valdivia shared her in-depth knowledge of online sales and marketing, and her experience in cultivating and maintaining partnerships in the Caribbean. […]
New Student/Academia Membership
In an effort to further strengthen CHTA’s ties with academic institutions and holding fast to its commitment to people development in the region, CHTA is pleased to announce its New Student/Academia category of membership to be rolled-out over the summer and ready for the 2018-2019 academic year. Dues: • Students – $75/year; Academics – $100/year […]