The United States Embassy in Barbados has introduced Karin B. Sullivan as the new Deputy Chief of Mission, joining Ambassador Roger F. Nyhus. Together, they will oversee U.S. priorities in Barbados and six other independent countries in the Eastern Caribbean. Sullivan, who previously served in Barbados, brings over twenty years of experience in the U.S. Foreign Service to her new role.
Before her assignment in Barbados, she held a key leadership position as the Executive Director in the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs, managing 34 U.S. diplomatic missions from Canada to Argentina. Sullivan’s expertise includes strategic planning and problem-solving on critical issues including the situation in Haiti, and embassy expansion in the Eastern Caribbean.
She has also served in various roles, such as Director of the Office of Overseas Employment and Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Bureau of Global Talent Management, and Deputy Management Counselor for the U.S. Mission in Iraq, showcasing her commitment to advancing American interests globally.
The embassy, in an official statement, listed Sullivan’s extensive experience which “encompasses executive leadership, management, economic policy, trade, and border affairs, reflecting her versatility and expertise in diverse areas of diplomacy.”
Ambassador Nyhus praised Sullivan’s leadership and highlighted her role in strengthening the partnership between the United States and the Eastern Caribbean. As Deputy Chief of Mission, Sullivan will collaborate with Ambassador Nyhus to advance U.S. interests, promote regional stability, and foster cooperation on security, economic development, and democracy.
“Karin Sullivan will not only be an indispensable business partner for me, but she will be an incredible advocate for the United States, our embassy community and our partner nations,” U.S. Ambassador Roger Nyhus stated. “Karin’s extensive, varied and proven leadership will supercharge our work in the region to strengthen the partnership between the United States and the Eastern Caribbean.”
The embassy’s key priorities include addressing climate change, enhancing regional security, and promoting economic prosperity. At a welcome ceremony, Deputy Chief of Mission Sullivan expressed her enthusiasm for returning to the Eastern Caribbean and working with Ambassador Nyhus to advance shared interests. Sullivan will oversee internal embassy operations, while Ambassador Nyhus will focus on engaging with governments and external stakeholders.
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