The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) has announced the appointment of Stacey A. Liburd as its new CEO, effective June 15, 2025. A highly regarded tourism professional with more than 15 years of experience in destination marketing, stakeholder engagement and tourism development, Liburd brings a strong record of leadership, innovation and regional expertise to the role.
Prior to her appointment, Liburd served as director of tourism at the Anguilla Tourist Board, where she led award-winning marketing campaigns, expanded international airlift and championed sustainable tourism growth. Her career spans strategic market expansion, brand positioning, aviation partnerships and the execution of large-scale events across prestigious platforms including Virtuoso Travel Week, ILTM Cannes and IMEX Americas.
Liburd has also held senior sales and marketing roles in the private hospitality sector, where she successfully launched luxury property campaigns and established key partnerships with global travel consortia.
Randall Dolland, chairman of the GTA, welcomed Liburd’s appointment, noting, “Stacey Liburd brings a wealth of knowledge and a strategic mindset that is essential to the continued growth and evolution of Grenada’s tourism industry. Her regional leadership experience and marketing expertise align perfectly with our goals of strengthening destination visibility, forging impactful partnerships, and enhancing the visitor experience.”
Adrian Thomas, minister for tourism, the creative economy and culture, added “We are excited to welcome Mrs. Liburd to Grenada. Her accomplishments within the tourism sector speak for themselves, and we believe her leadership will guide our industry into its next phase of innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth. We also extend heartfelt thanks to Ms. Petra Roach for her exceptional contribution during her tenure, which has elevated Grenada’s global profile, increased airlift and visitor numbers, and inspired confidence in our tourism future.”
Roach will now transition to a senior leadership role in the private sector with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.
For more information, visit www.puregrenada.com.
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