USVIHTA

Update

October 13, 2023

ASSOCIATION NEWS

Tourism and Hospitality Representatives Speak at Governor's Workforce Summit

Four hospitality and tourism representatives held a panel during day two of the Governor’s Workforce Summit discussing topics ranging from the role of the Hotel and Tourism Associations in the territory to the University of the Virgin Islands Hospitality Degree Program to workforce challenges, successes and development programs. The panel, entitled Rebuilding the Tourism and Hospitality Workforce, was moderated by Samuel Rey of Host-U Training Services and Chairman of USVIHTA’s Education and Training Committee. Panelists included: USVIHTA President Lisa Hamilton, USVIHTA Chairman of the Board and Marriott’s Frenchman’s Cove General Manager Scott Derrickson, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas General Manager Arjun Channa, and University of the Virgin Islands Professor and Hospitality and Tourism Management Program Interim Director Dr. Nathan Austin. Click the read more link below to watch a video of day two of the summit, with the panel beginning at 4:19:00.

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REGIONAL NEWS

CHIEF is Back! Join Us in Miami in November

Under the theme, "A New Era of Caribbean Tourism: Balancing Tradition, Technology, and Community," CHIEF will be held Nov. 29-Dec. 1 at Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon. The conference will tackle issues and opportunities that are most important to the region, setting a course for wealth creation, business success and sustainable growth. The agenda includes topics that touch on technology and the future of tourism, people development and the next generation of tourism workers, celebrating and leveraging our rich culture to drive business, health and wellness, online marketing, ownership, purchasing, sustainability and more! Registration is open now. Looking to increase your exposure? Sponsor at CHIEF. Need more info? Email events@caribbeanhotelandtourism.com.

Other regional news:

CHTA Opens Nominations for the Prestigious 2023 CHIEF Awards

CTO’s State of the Tourism Industry Conference Opened in Turks and Caicos on Wednesday

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Catch Up

What's Going on Wednesday

Updates from the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands

Training Opportunities

Association Health Plan

Brochure Distribution Center at Airport Arrival Gate

FEATURE ARTICLE

Celebrated Chef Eric Marshall Showcases Culinary Magic at The Buccaneer Beach & Golf Resort, St. Croix

The Buccaneer Beach & Golf Resort, situated on the picturesque shores of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, recently hosted a culinary experience featuring renowned Chef Eric Marshall, Food Network’s Chopped Champion in 2021. The event offered guests an opportunity to savor the exquisite flavors of the Caribbean in an enchanting setting at The Terrace restaurant. During his visit to The Buccaneer, Chef Eric, a Caribbean Food Network Brand Ambassador Celebrity Chef, staged an exclusive food demonstration.