Celebrating 70 years of the Jamaica Tourist Board
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Lifestyle, Social
May 31, 2025

Celebrating 70 years of the Jamaica Tourist Board

Saturday Social raises one last toast to the Jamaica Tourist Board at its 70th anniversary cocktail reception on May 22. The event was a showcase of exceptional style as well as commemorating decades of work in establishing Jamaica as a premier travel destination.

Dwight Richards & Band gave an electrifying performance during their set.Naphtali Junior

Jamaica Tourist Board destination marketing officers Sade Johnson (left) and Chanice Treasure made an impression at the reception.Naphtali Junior

Going monochrome played out perfectly for VIP Attractions Director of Marketing Allison Callam (left) and Proven Wealth Assistant Vice-President Tanisa Hofer.Naphtali Junior

Master of Ceremonies Debbie Bissoon was the picture of understated elegance in a Resortwear by Eroleen fit.Naphtali Junior

Pulse Managing Director Safia Cooper commanded attention in a midriff-baring ensemble from ASOS Luxe.Naphtali Junior

Caribbean Assurance Brokers Marketing Manager Sequoia Thomas turned heads in a polka dot halter dress.Naphtali Junior

Fashion designer Tamia Carey was resplendent in an original creation from her own collection.Naphtali Junior

Jamaica Tourist Board Executive Secretary Shantinee Seymour was poised in a Clothing Finery dress.Naphtali Junior

Relishing the celebrations were minister of state in the Ministry of Tourism Delano Seiveright (left), former Minister of Tourism Dr Wykeham McNeill (centre) and his Guardsman Group director wife, Sheila Benjamin-McNeill (second left), Minister of Culture, Gender Entertainment and Sport Olivia Grange, and Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett.Naphtali Junior

The Infiniti Partnership Managing Director Kirk-Anthony Hamilton and his business development executive wife Karishma (second left) enjoyed the company of Jamaica Tourist Board Public Relations and Communications Manager Fiona Fennell (left) and Elle Creative co-principal Leisha Wong.Naphtali Junior

Among the guests marking the milestone were Jamaica Triathlon Association President Stacey Halsall-Peart (left) and C&W Business Senior Manager Tracy Richardson.Naphtali Junior

Spotted at the reception were Tourism Enhancement Fund Executive Director Dr Carey Wallace and his Great Huts managing director wife Vivene.Naphtali Junior

All eyes were on Jamaica Tourist Board Data Verification Officer Whitney O’Connor who stepped out in a chic Fashion Nova fit.Naphtali Junior

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