SUMMIT PROGRAM

Special events on the Summit program will include inspiring and interactive presentations  delivered by individuals with a wide range of expertise. The program follows two tracks – “Investment in the Caribbean” and “Marketing of the Caribbean”.

Legendary Caribbean hospitality and the finest in Caribbean entertainment will be on display during the Summit’s social programs. There will be sponsored receptions in the evenings after the sessions end, a Gala Awards Dinner and Ball, and a dynamic Rum & Rhythm Celebration.

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Saturday, June 21  |  Sunday, June 22  |  Monday, June 23  |  Tuesday, June 24

Saturday, June 21
8:00A - 5:30P
Business Meetings: Click for Schedule
8:00 - 9:00a CTO Foundation Meeting
9:00A - NOON
CTO Committee Meetings
- Marketing
- Finance/ Executive Committee
CHA Meetings
12:15 - 2:15p Luncheon for CHA & CTO Boards and Committee Members
2:30 - 5:30p
2:30 - 5:30p
CTO Board of Directors Meeting
2:30 - 5:30p
CHA Committee Meetings (Meetings Are concurrent)
 -Advocacy Committee
-Membership Committee
-Marketing Committee
5:00p A “Capital Caribbean” Wedding
7:30p Cocktail Reception & Dinner
Sunday, June 22
7:00a Registration Opens
8:00A - NOON
Business Meetings: Click for Schedule
8:00 - NOON CTO Council of Ministers and Commissioners of Tourism Meeting
noon - 3:00p “Motivational” Brunch
Dr. Myles Munroe speaks
3:00 - 5:00p
3:00-5:00P
CTDC Board Meeting
3:00-5:00P
Town Hall Meetings
4:00p Exhibition Open (4:00 - 7:00P)
7:00p Opening Ceremony and Reception
Monday, June 23
7:00a Registration Opens
8:00 - 8:30a
8:00A
Breakfast Presentation for All Delegates
Sponsored by National Geographic
8:00A
Breakfast
Dr. Alan Greenspan, Governors of Central Banks, Heads of Government
9:00A Exhibition Open (9:00A - 3:00P)
9:00 - 10:00a
A Conversation with Dr. Alan Greenspan, Chairman, Federal Reserve Board (1987-2006)
Moderator: Sir Dwight Venner, Governor, Eastern Caribbean Central Bank
This Session will offer delegates an opportunity, in these tough times, to discuss the economic future of the Caribbean – a future that is largely influenced by world economies, particularly as the Caribbean is the world’s most tourism-dependent region.
10:00a - 12:30p
10:10 - 11:00A
 Outbound Travel - Outlook for Caribbean Tourism
 Panelists discuss how the Caribbean market has expanded in recent years and projections for the near future. 		10:00 - 12:30P
Summit Sessions with Heads of Governments with International Donor Agencies.
11:00 - 11:30A
Networking Coffee Break
11:15A - 12:30P
Creating Opportunity Through Sustainability
Expert panelists discuss how sustainable programs for agriculture and green business can create opportunities for success.
Moderator: Dr. Lalia Rach, Division Dean and HVS Chair, NYU Tisch Center for Hospitality, Tourism & Sports Mgmt.
  • Hemispheric Specialist in Agrotourism, Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture
  • Patricia Griffin, President and Founder, “Green" Hotels Association
  • Dr. Austin Bowden-Kerby, Senior Marine Scientist, Counterpart International
12:30 - 1:45p Luncheon for All Delegates
Speaker: Presidential Nominee (TBD)
2:00 - 5:00p
2:00 - 5:00p
Investing in Caribbean Innovation
Learn how the Caribbean is implementing innovative ideas to create new business opportunities.
Moderator: Dr. Auliana Poon, Managing Director and Senior Partner, Tourism Intelligence International		 2:30 - 4:00P
 Summit Sessions for Heads of Governments with International Donor Agencies.
2:10 – 2:35p
The Case for Innovative Healthcare
The successful Johns Hopkins Medical Center venture, Hospital Punta Pacifica in Panama, provides a blueprint for building a medical infrastructure that serves citizens as well as expands tourism markets.
  • Timothy Dentry, Managing Director - Global Services, Johns Hopkins Medicine International
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2:40 - 3:40P
Building Success through Innovative Partnerships
Partnerships are vital components of the Caribbean’s expanding infrastructure, and introduce useful innovations into the region.

Sustaining an Online Relationship
“Out-of-the-box” online ventures provide opportunities to support marketing strategies, develop new products and enhance revenues.
Creating the Future through Educational Partnerships
Fundamental to sustained economic success is a comprehensive education system that combines an integrated local training system with global educational opportunities.
  • Joseph J. West PhD, Dean - School of Hospitality & Tourism Management, Florida International University
  • Sherma Roberts PhD, Programme Coordinator - MSc Tourism and Hospitality Management, University of West Indies
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Voluntourism: the new RnR - Return and Relaxation
By encouraging volunteer opportunities for tourists to give back to a destination, the Caribbean can tap into a growing trend that expands the market and provides assistance to local communities.
3:45 - 4:00P
Networking Coffee Break
4:00 - 5:00P
Developing Innovations in Communication
Reliability, speed, flow and mobility are elements of an enhanced communications system that benefits citizens, businesses and travelers. Panelists discuss long-range strategies, opportunities and level of investment needed to effectively use current systems and incorporate new technology.
6:30p Gala Reception, Awards Dinner and Ball sponsored by Puerto Rico

Byron Lee & the Dragonaires perform.

- CTO Lifetime Achievement Award Presentation to Hon. Rex Nettleford
- CTO Special Recognition Award Presentation to the Mighty Sparrow
Tuesday, June 24
7:00a Registration Opens
8:00a Motivational Breakfast Presentation for All Delegates
9:00A Exhibition Open (9:00A - 3:00P)
9:00 - 10:00a Keynote: Investment Infrastructure Needs
10:00a - 12:30p
10:00 - 10:45A
Tourism Satellite Accounting 		10:00 - 12:30P
Congressional Briefings for Heads of Governments and Governors of Central Banks.
10:45 - 11:30A
Networking  Coffee Break
11:30A - 12:15P
Carbon Trading – Creating New Business Opportunities
Carbon offset programs can provide economic opportunities for those already invested in the Caribbean, as well as those looking to invest.
12:20 - 1:45p CTO/CHA Allied Luncheon and Awards Presentation for All Delegates
Co-Sponsored by: Jamaica and The New York Times
Speaker: Presidential Nominee (TBD)
2:00 - 5:00p
2:00 - 4:30p
Investing in Caribbean Tourism
 The baseline of a successful destination is firmly anchored in an evolving business model that blends opportunity, change and tradition. In this series, panelists will discuss current success stories.
Moderator: Dr. Lalia Rach, Division Dean and HVS Chair, New York University Tisch Center for Hospitality, Tourism & Sports Management		 2:00 - 5:00P
 Summit Sessions with Heads of Governments and US Department Secretaries, Congressional Black Caucus, Investment and Banking executives.
2:05 – 2:45p
Attractions – Differentiation through authentic experiences
The Caribbean experience blends tradition, natural resources and culture – sports, music, cuisine, history, nature. These panelists present visions of the future and provide tangible examples about the authentic, sustainable evolution of Caribbean attractions.
2:50 - 3:35P
Transportation – Far more than getting there
The base elements for getting to or around the Caribbean include ease, comfort, reliability, price, safety and hospitality. Improved passenger experiences require creative strategies to enhance infrastructure, service and the welcome accorded visitors. 		3:00 - 5:00P
Small Business Investment
Opportunities in the Tourism Sector
  • Santiago Soler, Sustainable Tourism Coordinator, InterAmerican Development Bank - Multilateral Investment Fund
  • Thomas Debass, Senior Technical Advisor, USAID
3:35 - 3:50P
Networking Coffee Break
3:50 - 4:30P
Accommodations – Turning sweet dreams into opportunity
 The quality and variety of the lodging product defines the destination. Whether a global chain or a local owner, building a strategy to attract investors and developers is fundamental to success. Panelists will discuss critical elements for a positive investment climate. 		4:30 - 5:30P
 CTDC Press Conference
6:00 - 10:00P Rum and Rhythm Celebration

Session: Mixology/Cocktail
Hosted by Jerri Banks, author and industry consultant
Sponsored by: Madras Rhums

Session: Rum: The Spirit of the Caribbean Past and Future
Hosted by Ian Williams, author and correspondent
Sponsored by: Demerara Distillers' El Dorado Rum

Special Rum & Cocktail Memorabilia Display
Philip J. Green, author and historian

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