The Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) on Friday elected new leadership to serve for the period 2023-2024, during its 30th Annual General Meeting (AGM).
At the Guyana Marriott Hotel, General Manager of Herdmanston Lodge, Omadele George was elected as the new President.
She replaces Harrinand Persaud, the Chief Financial Marketing Officer of King’s Hotel and Residences.
Under the leadership of George, THAG shared in a press statement that the newly elected executive committee will work towards advancing the tourism and hospitality industry in Guyana. The executive committee comprises experienced professionals from various sectors of the industry, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to their roles.
The incoming President expressed her commitment to continuing the excellent work of the previous executive committee. She emphasised the importance of leveraging THAG’s existing partnerships while actively seeking new collaborations to enhance the association’s brand and drive further growth in the industry.
“Our main objective will be to work tirelessly for the betterment of our association’s members. By collaborating with our partners and fostering new alliances, we aim to elevate the tourism and hospitality sector in Guyana, promoting its unique offerings to a global audience,” said George.
General Manager of the Guyana Marriott Hotel, Eduardo Reple has been appointed as the Vice President, and will be responsible for supporting the President and assisting in driving the association’s initiatives forward.
Manager of Tourism and Hospitality for Evergreen Adventures and Baganara Island Resort, Salvador de Caires will serve as the Treasurer for this term.
The committee members elected are General Manager of Bimichi Eco Resort, Abigail Ally; General Manager of Wilderness Explorers, Carla Vantull; Sales Executive of Caribbean Airlines: Guyana and Suriname, Dion Inniss; and Business Development Manager of Ansa Motors Guyana Incorporated, Lorenzo Persaud.
“THAG, as the leading association representing the tourism and hospitality industry in Guyana, remains dedicated to providing valuable support and advocating for the interests of its members. Through fostering partnerships, promoting sustainable practices, and facilitating the development of tourism-related initiatives, THAG continues to contribute to the growth and success of the sector,” the statement said.
The Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) is a non-profit organisation representing the interests of the tourism and hospitality sector in Guyana. THAG works to promote the development of tourism, drive industry growth, and ensure the sustainability of the sector while supporting its members’ businesses.
