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BVI Tourist Board Names New Deputy Director

By: Caribbean Journal Staff - May 10, 2017

The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board has appointed a new deputy director, the organization announced Wednesday.

Rhodni A. Skelton has been named to the position, having previously served as film commissioner and events marketing manager for the tourist board from 2004 to 2015.

In a statement, BVI Director of Tourism Sharon Flax Brutus said she was “pleased to have the position of deputy director filled and looks forward to Mr. Skelton making a strong contribution given his background and experience.”

Skelton will “assisting the Director of Tourism with the responsibility of developing implementing and managing a series of tourism marketing initiatives including, the oversight of the development of the Board’s annual Marketing Plan; establishing and maintaining networks within the regional and international tourism industry as well as assisting in overseeing general operations,” according to a statement.

Skelton’s appointment took effect on May 8.

— Caribbean Journal Staff

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