Tourism leaders and stakeholders will gather on September 15, 2025, at the Methodist Church Hall in Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, for the State of the Tourism Industry Address and Stakeholders’ Conference, under the theme “Strength in Unity: Advancing the Vincentian Visitor Experience.”
The event will feature top voices from aviation, cruise tourism, finance, and hospitality, with discussions focused on connectivity, cruise growth, and destination partnerships.
Trevor Sadler, CEO of InterCaribbean Airways, will highlight the role of air connectivity in expanding market access and driving sustainable growth for St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Under his leadership, the airline has expanded regional links, improving travel ease across the Caribbean and boosting visitor arrivals.
Abigail Crossley, Director of Strategic Sourcing OBR at Carnival Corporation, will speak on cruise tourism’s evolving impact. With more than 25 years of experience in the industry, she oversees the sourcing and development of shore excursions, pre- and post-cruise services, and destination partnerships across Carnival’s global brands. Crossley’s participation underscores Carnival’s commitment to sustainable tourism and community collaboration in destinations such as St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
Other confirmed panelists include Tourism Minister Carlos James; Finance Minister Camillo Gonsalves; Isola Giddings, president of the SVG Hotel and Tourism Association; Carl James, CEO of the SVG Port Authority; and representatives from Sandals St. Vincent and Young Island Resort.
The conference will immediately follow the keynote address by Minister James.
