OUR PURPOSE
The Dominica Hotel & Tourism Association (DHTA) plays a crucial role in promoting and enhancing Dominica’s tourism sector. Here are the key purposes and functions of the DHTA:
Advocacy and Leadership: The DHTA advocates for the tourism industry, representing members’ interests and promoting high-quality training.
Industry Development: It contributes to Dominica’s sustainable tourism growth through continuous learning and innovation.
Information Hub: The DHTA provides centralized information on tourism trends and best practices.
Enhancing Guest Experiences: Workshops and networking events uplift service standards.
Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating with stakeholders benefits Dominica’s hospitality sector.
In summary, the DHTA’s mission is to ensure the sustainable growth of Dominica’s tourism sector, benefiting both its members and the island’s visitors.
About DOMINICA HOTEL & TOURISM ASSOCIATION
OUR HISTORY
The Dominica Hotel & Tourism Association (DHTA) is a non-profit organization providing centralized and innovative information, advocacy, and leadership for the tourism industry in Dominica. First established in 1972 and operating as a membership-based tourism development organization for over four decades, the Dominica Hotel & Tourism Association is a focal point for the tourism industry in Dominica. DHTA assumes a leadership role in the industry, and acts as a catalyst for enabling Dominica’s tourism economy to reach its full potential to the benefit of our current and future members, visitors, investors and travel partners, citizens and the Commonwealth of Dominica.
OUR GOALS
The Dominica Hotel & Association (DHTA) is governed by a Board comprised of 9 elected members, each of whom have volunteered to lead various directorships of the association for a term of one year.
There is also an office staff which includes an Executive Vice President, as well as office Admin and support positions.
About DHTA Official Website
PRESIDENT
DIRECTOR OF ACCOMODATIONS
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
Mrs. Avril Copiel
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
DIRECTOR OF ACCOMODATIONS
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
FIRST VICE PRESIDENT
DIRECTOR OF ACCOMODATIONS
DIRECTOR OF ACCOMODATIONS
Ms. Kitwanie Ferreira
DIRECTOR OF ACCOMODATIONS
DIRECTOR OF ACCOMODATIONS
DIRECTOR OF ACCOMODATIONS
Mr. Hubert Winston
DISCOVER DOMINICA AUTHORITY CEO
DIRECTOR OF FINANCING &FUNDRAISING
DIRECTOR OF FINANCING &FUNDRAISING
Ms. Marva Williams
DIRECTOR OF FINANCING &FUNDRAISING
DIRECTOR OF FINANCING &FUNDRAISING
DIRECTOR OF FINANCING &FUNDRAISING
Ms. Kimberly Alleyne
DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP
DIRECTOR OF FINANCING &FUNDRAISING
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS
Mr. David Thornhill
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS
DIRECTOR OF FINANCING &FUNDRAISING
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS
Mr. Lazare Charles
DIRECTOR OF TOURISM SERVICES
DIRECTOR OF TOURISM SERVICES
DIRECTOR OF TOURISM SERVICES
Ms. Renee Whitchurch- Aird
DIRECTOR OF RELATED SERVICES
DIRECTOR OF TOURISM SERVICES
DIRECTOR OF TOURISM SERVICES
Ms. Ayodele Andrew
MEET THE STAFF
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Ms. Ria Williams
OFFICE ADMIN
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Ms. Nelisha Chaseau
OFFICE SUPPORT
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
OFFICE SUPPORT
Ms. Gianni George