14:00 PM - 14:45 PM

Music Tourism and Identity

Panel discussion: Strengthening Music  Tourism in the  Caribbean
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Join a dynamic panel of cultural leaders and industry stakeholders from Anguilla, Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, St. Vincent and the Grenadines and Bahamas as they explore the power of music tourism across the region. This discussion will examine how music shapes destination identity, drives economic development, and creates sustainable opportunities for local artists. This session will also explore common challenges and opportunities in Caribbean islands to do regional musical tourism and generate development across the region.​​

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• Moderator: Joleyne Robin-Williams, Tourism Planner, Ministry of Health, Sports and Tourism (Anguilla)

• Melissa Jimenez, General Manager, MusicTT (Trinidad and Tobago)

• Erika K. Smith, Executive Director,  Intellect Management Services (Barbados)

• Marvo Morgan, President, SVGAMP (Saint Vincent and the Grenadines)

• Joseph Boschulte, Commissioner, U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism (USA Virgin Islands)