Staff Directory

Dona Regis-Prosper

Secretary-General

    With an impressive career that spans more than 22 years, Regis-Prosper brings an unparalleled depth and breadth of knowledge and experience in the tourism industry to the CTO. She has lived and worked in multiple Caribbean destinations, and served as Director of Marketing and Product Development of the St. Lucia Air and Seaports Authority; Director of Business Development for Margaritaville Caribbean Group in Jamaica; CEO of the Tortola Pier Park in the British Virgin Islands; and General Manager of the Antigua Cruise Port.

    She holds a Master of Business Administration degree, and a Certified Professional Marketer qualification. This is complemented with significant experience in business development, strategy, marketing and sustainability.

    A dynamic and transformative leader, she has built and sustained a strong network of professionals in both the public and private sector (working closely with regional government officials, tourism stakeholders, and industry professionals).

    Neil Walters

    Director, Finance & Resource Management

      Neil Walters is the Director of Finance and Resource Management. He is responsible for CTO’s financial management and ensuring that the organization’s funds are properly utilized. He joined CTO in 2000 and has held the position of Director of Finance and Resource Management since November 2009. Neil is a graduate of the University of the West Indies and the AICPA. Prior to coming to CTO, he worked in different areas of accounting in local and international organizations.

      However, he maintains that to date, this has been his most rewarding job as it allows him to contribute to the development of Caribbean people.

      Faye Gill

      Director, Membership Services

        Faye joined the CTO in May 2013 as Director Membership Services.  She is responsible for ensuring continuous member satisfaction with the support and services offered by the CTO, as well as the recruitment of new members. Through ongoing member interaction, she is expected to identify opportunities for the CTO to add value to its members.

        Faye has over ten years regional marketing experience.  She has worked in the areas of Account Management, Campaign Management and Product Development in a number of CTO member states.  Faye holds a Bachelor’s degree in Media & Communications from the University of the West Indies and a Master’s degree in Interactive Marketing from Bournemouth University in the United Kingdom.

        Sharon Banfield-Bovell

        Director, Resource Mobilization & Development

          Sharon is the Director of Resource Mobilization and Development and prior to taking up this post, she served the organization in the capacity of Regional Human Resources Development Consultant for five years. She is responsible for directing, overseeing and guiding the resource mobilization and human resources functions and activities of the CTO.

          Sharon has been passionately contributing to the development of Tourism and Human Resources in the Caribbean region for approximately 20 years. She holds a Master of Science degree in Tourism Planning & Development from the University of Surrey, United Kingdom. Her strengths lie in the areas of Tourism Policy Formulation, Tourism Product Development, Human Resources Development and Strategic Planning.

          Aliyyah Shakeer

          Director of Research

            With over 15 years of experience in tourism research, strategy development, and policy analysis, Shakeer brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to further strengthen the CTO’s ability to support sustainable tourism growth across the Caribbean. In her new role, Shakeer will lead the CTO’s research initiatives, deliver actionable insights, and shape data-driven strategies that will enhance the region’s competitiveness and sustainability in the global tourism market.

            Shakeer holds a Master of Arts in Tourism Destination Management, a Master of Business Administration, and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Management. Throughout her career, she has successfully transformed complex data into strategic insights, helping shape national tourism policies.

             
            Office of the Secretary General

            Dona Regis-Prosper
            Secretary General

            Faye Gill
            Director, Membership Services

            Marvelle Sealy
            Executive Assistant & Office Manager

            Sharon Coward
            Senior Manager, Digital Transformation & Information Technology

            Adrian McCallister
            Network & Systems Administrator

            Taraneh Azimi
            Business Development & Marketing Manager

            Suzette Kellman
            Administrative Assistant 

            Hamilton Worrell
            Driver / Office Assistant

            Finance & Resource Management

            Neil Walters
            Director, Finance & Resource Management

            Patrick Alleyne
            Accountant

            Kim Jackson
            Assistant Accountant

            Human Resource Development

            Sharon Banfield-Bovell
            Director of Resource Mobilization and Development 

            Narendra Ramgulam
            Deputy Director, Sustainable Tourism

            Norris Clement
            Deputy Director, Professional Services

            Nicolas Scott
            Programme Coordinator 

            Research

            Aliyyah Shakeer
            Director of Research

            Sean Smith
            Statistical Specialist

            Paul Garnes
            Database Administrator

            Angela Maynard
            Research Officer

            Sophia Lashley
            Librarian