The Nassau & Paradise Island Promotion Board (NPIPB) has appointed Graeme Davis, President and CEO of Baha Mar, as the new Chairman of the Board.

The appointment comes at a time of continued growth and strong global demand for Nassau & Paradise Island, with the organisation working closely with its 19 member hotels and resorts to drive visitation and elevate the destination’s profile.

“I am honoured to be named Chairman of the Nassau & Paradise Island Promotion Board and eager to get to work as we promote what makes our destination so unique,” said Graeme Davis. “Through my time at Baha Mar, I have seen firsthand the strength and appeal of the destination. I look forward to working with our partners to build on the destination’s strong foundation, unlock new opportunities and further elevate Nassau & Paradise Island on the global stage.”

Davis succeeds John Conway, General Manager of The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, who served as Chairman for the past 10 years. NPIPB extends its sincere gratitude to Conway for his tenure of leadership and lasting contributions to the destination’s growth. The promotion board looks forward to building on this strong foundation under Davis’ leadership.

“John Conway’s leadership has helped guide the Nassau & Paradise Island Promotion Board through a period of tremendous growth and continued evolution for the destination,” said Joy Jibrilu, CEO of NPIPB. “We are deeply grateful for his years of service, steady guidance and commitment to strengthening Nassau & Paradise Island’s position in the global tourism marketplace. We are also pleased to welcome Graeme Davis as Chairman and look forward to working with him as we continue elevating the destination through strong partnerships, authentic storytelling and world-class visitor experiences.”

Additional leadership updates include:

• Vaughn Roberts (COO, Atlantis) remains Vice Chairman
• William Naughton (SVP and Managing Partner of Comfort Suites Paradise Island) remains Treasurer
• After more than 30 years of service, Michael Reckley has retired as Secretary
• Viana Gardiner (SVP Legal, Atlantis) has now taken on the role of Secretary

About The Nassau & Paradise Island Promotion Board: 

The Nassau & Paradise Island Promotion Board (NPIPB) is the organization responsible for building awareness and motivating travelers from all over the world to choose Nassau & Paradise Island as their vacation or meeting destination, directing business to 19 member hotels and resorts. The promotion board works closely with each of its partners to meet their marketing needs and drive overall tourism to the islands, promoting the range of options available throughout the island from all-inclusive offerings to small boutique resorts. NPIPB also works with a variety of organizations such as art galleries, museums and historical spots throughout the destination, showcasing the authentic culture of Nassau & Paradise Island.