NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (January 20, 2022) — As he prepares to take on his new role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the Nevis Tourism Authority (NTA) on Monday January 24, 2022, Mr. Devon Liburd of Gingerland says he has always aspired to hold that position. “I’ve always aspired to one day be able to lead the charge of the promotion of Nevis as a Prime Destination. Nothing happens before its time and I accept and embrace the opportunity at this time,” he said.
“It’s an honour to help continue sharing our culture with visitors from all over the world. I’m thrilled to take on this role during this exciting next chapter for Nevis and help further elevate our island as travellers increasingly seek premium travel experiences,” Mr. Liburd said. He succeeds Ms. Jadine Yarde, whose tenure ends on January 21, 2022.
Mr. Liburd has been working with the NTA for more than 20 years. At the time of his appointment he was serving as Director of Sales and Marketing since 2008. He holds a BSC in Tourism Management from The University of the West Indies and an MSC in Strategic Tourism Management from CERAM European School of Business in France. He has led the delivery of the annual Nevis Mango and Food Festival, coordinated the Nothing like a Nevisian Holiday event, and helped implement the Caribbean Tourism Organisation Management Information Systems for Tourism (CTO MIST). Mrs. Pamela Martin, Chairperson of the NTA Board of Directors, said: “We warmly welcome Devon to this role and have every confidence he will succeed.”