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Clive McCoy appointed Director of Tourism

- appointment effective August 13, 2020
Clive McCoy has been appointed Director of Tourism at the BVI Tourist Board. Photo: Team of Reporters
Mr Rhodni A. Skelton had acted in the position of Director of Tourism, following the resignation of Sharon P. Flax-Brutus. Photo: Facebook/File
Mr Rhodni A. Skelton had acted in the position of Director of Tourism, following the resignation of Sharon P. Flax-Brutus. Photo: Facebook/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- After some two months without a designated Director of the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB), its Director of Product and Film Commissioner, Mr Clive McCoy, has been appointed to the post, effective August 13, 2020.

Since the controversial resignation of Mrs Sharon P. Flax-Brutus on May 15, 2020, Deputy Director Mr Rhodni A. Skelton has been performing the duties of director.

It is said Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Andrew A. Fahie (R1) recently approved Mr McCoy for the post and has since given his blessings at the level of Cabinet.

'Right fit'

According to the Chairman of the Board, Mrs Kenisha A. Sprauve, “The Board is confident that Mr McCoy is the right fit for the role, Director of Tourism.”

She explained, “Based on his qualifications and leadership and business development experience in the tourism industry, Mr McCoy brings an unique perspective to this role of providing strategic leadership in the development and implementation of strategies and programmes that promote the BVI. The Board looks forward to him providing his expertise and experience to help the BVI’s tourism industry realise its fullest potential.”

'Humbled'

McCoy commented, “I am humbled by the opportunity to serve my Territory with tremendous focus and energy in this important position and recognising the immense potential and possibilities of our tourism industry.”

McCoy, who has been with the BVITB for some 14 years, has a Master of Science degree in E-Business Management; and Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing from Notre Dame de Namur University, Belmont, CA.

16 Responses to “Clive McCoy appointed Director of Tourism”

  • Blak Morningstar (14/08/2020, 14:40) Like (26) Dislike (2) Reply
    Good Good well educated brother and not at some easy universities either.
  • yessssss (14/08/2020, 15:12) Like (31) Dislike (2) Reply
    Congratulations Bro!! Lord knows that you DESERVE it!!! So excited for you!!! YASSSSSSSS!!! Who JAH bless, no man can curse!! Now let us get these borders OPEN!!!
  • STX (14/08/2020, 15:42) Like (20) Dislike (12) Reply
    Ra! Whey yo dey! If you would only lay low, that could’ve been you. You too pumpous! Good choice TB!
    • hater (14/08/2020, 18:45) Like (21) Dislike (4) Reply
      What does pompous have to do with it? Hating much? Crab in bucket house slave?
  • Aunty (14/08/2020, 16:03) Like (21) Dislike (2) Reply
    Congratulations and God's blessings my nephew! May the Lord continue to bestow favour upon you in your new position. Let Proverbs 3: 5-7 be your guide and you will be fine. The BVI is depending on you. Muah!
  • Sam T (14/08/2020, 17:11) Like (23) Dislike (2) Reply
    Congrats to you Clive, I am sure you will do a great job
  • Congratulations (14/08/2020, 18:09) Like (20) Dislike (1) Reply
    Since it wasn't posted on one of the other sites....here it is! CONGRATULATIONS Clive! Wishing you EVERY success in your new post. What you need now is a team of people around you that you can TRUST. If history repeats itself where others who undermined and fought hard for the same post you now hold by maligning the character of others remain, how will the ship be successfully steered forward? Get your operations within CLEANED up first.
  • rattie (14/08/2020, 19:42) Like (1) Dislike (26) Reply
    I still thing zeo was the best person for this hands down
  • Roots from Gem of the Virgin Islands (14/08/2020, 21:35) Like (13) Dislike (1) Reply
    Congrats to Mr McCoy. I pray that God will guide you and give you direction in this new post. You will do great just like Mrs Flax-Brutus. Clive go out there and make your VG community proud. Your family over here are rooting for you.
  • VG forever (14/08/2020, 22:19) Like (9) Dislike (1) Reply
    Best thing to happen to TB now in these times,very humble,straight lace dude.Juzt be urself at all times &it'll all fall in place bro

    Now Hon.Fahie pls.deliver on ur promise of ur full extensive investigation on Ms.Sharon's termination we are waiting with a hog's breath as to ur findings
    • VG (15/08/2020, 02:27) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
      Yes, We are patiently waiting on the Investigative report on Sharon Flax Brutus termination. You all disrespect our Sharon to the fullest!
  • A's basketball members (14/08/2020, 22:30) Like (13) Dislike (1) Reply
    Congratulations Flooper. You've always been the one who was willing to put in the extra work to be successful. We saw that in you from childhood days up until now. You're a natural born leader and we know you will encourage your team. Together, you all will do a great job.
  • bad (15/08/2020, 10:50) Like (3) Dislike (10) Reply
    Y'all did my boy Rhodny bahd mehn.now he will be lil shame in public.
    • hmm (16/08/2020, 04:05) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
      No he won't. This has nothing to do with him. This is all about politics and personal agendas. Not a reflections on him. The country is who losses and will be shamed


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