Stacey Liburd, Chief Executive Officer of the Grenada Tourism Authority, has been selected to moderate a pivotal leadership discussion at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s 2026 Air Connectivity Summit in Bermuda. The one-day gathering, scheduled for later this month, will convene tourism ministers, airline executives, airport authorities, and regional policymakers under the theme “Integrating Aviation and Regional Tourism Development.”
Liburd will facilitate the strategic panel “From Runway to Resort: Connecting Aviation & Caribbean Tourism Development,” which will examine the critical intersection of air transport planning and tourism strategy formulation. The dialogue will feature prominent representatives from aviation, infrastructure development, and private hospitality sectors, addressing practical solutions for route expansion, airport modernization, digital identity implementation, and visitor flow optimization.
“Air connectivity transcends mere aviation concerns—it represents the cornerstone of tourism development, economic resilience, and regional competitiveness,” Liburd emphasized. “The synergistic alignment between aviation strategy and tourism planning will ultimately dictate our capacity to grow, diversify, and sustain Caribbean visitor economies.”
Grenada’s prominent participation reflects the nation’s committed engagement in regional airlift negotiations and its evidence-based approach to enhancing connectivity. Recent initiatives include strengthening international air service partnerships and deploying targeted marketing campaigns to improve route performance and increase visitor expenditure.
The summit constitutes a key component of CTO’s comprehensive Reimagine Plan and the ongoing work of its Airlift Committee, which focuses on improving intra-regional connectivity, long-haul access, and sustainable aviation practices across member states. Liburd’s dual role as moderator and Airlift Committee member positions Grenada at the forefront of discussions that will shape the future of Caribbean air access and tourism integration.