{"id":334700,"date":"2024-12-27T12:01:20","date_gmt":"2024-12-27T16:01:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/?p=334700"},"modified":"2024-12-27T12:01:20","modified_gmt":"2024-12-27T16:01:20","slug":"discover-dominica-authority-announces-new-festivals-and-events-manager","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/homepage\/homepage-carousel\/discover-dominica-authority-announces-new-festivals-and-events-manager\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover Dominica Authority announces new festivals and events manager"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_334706\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-334706\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-334706\" src=\"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Image-of-Ayodele-Andrew-642x963.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-334706\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ayodele Andrew<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Discover Dominica Authority has officially appointed Ayodele Andrew as the new Festivals and Events Manager, starting from December 18, 2024. With a background in event management, tourism, and hospitality spanning over 20 years, Ayodele is poised to elevate the island&#8217;s notable festivals and promote Dominica as a premier cultural tourism destination.<\/p>\n<p>Ayodele holds a Bachelor\u2019s degree in Business Administration and Marketing from George Brown College in Toronto, Canada, along with a diploma in Hospitality Business Management from the University of Derby in the United Kingdom. Her extensive experience includes coordinating some of the Caribbean&#8217;s most esteemed festivals, such as the World Creole Music Festival, Mas Domnik, Antigua &amp; Barbuda Carnival, and the St. Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival. Her diverse skill set encompasses hospitality management, project oversight, and sustainable tourism practices.<\/p>\n<p>In her new role, Ayodele will manage the strategic planning, execution, and promotion of Dominica\u2019s key events. Her leadership is anticipated to boost the international profile of these festivals, further enhancing the island\u2019s tourism landscape while preserving its cultural legacy.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;I am truly honored to take on this role at Discover Dominica Authority,&#8221; Ayodele Andrew remarked. &#8220;Festivals and events are integral to Dominica&#8217;s identity and tourism sector. I look forward to collaborating with our stakeholders to create memorable experiences that highlight our rich heritage and solidify Dominica as a leading destination for cultural tourism.&#8221;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_334705\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-334705\" style=\"width: 215px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-334705 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Image-of-Benoit-Bardouillejpeg-215x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"215\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Image-of-Benoit-Bardouillejpeg-215x300.jpeg 215w, https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Image-of-Benoit-Bardouillejpeg-642x895.jpeg 642w, https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Image-of-Benoit-Bardouillejpeg-768x1070.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Image-of-Benoit-Bardouillejpeg-1102x1536.jpeg 1102w, https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Image-of-Benoit-Bardouillejpeg-344x480.jpeg 344w, https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Image-of-Benoit-Bardouillejpeg.jpeg 1148w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 215px) 100vw, 215px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-334705\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Benoit Bardouille<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Benoit Bardouille, Chairman of Discover Dominica Authority, shared his thoughts on the appointment: &#8220;Ayodele&#8217;s extensive experience and deep passion for tourism make her the ideal fit for this role. Her leadership will contribute to the continued success of our festivals, enhancing Dominica&#8217;s presence on the global stage and strengthening the island&#8217;s tourism sector.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Ayodele\u2019s arrival is timely as the Discover Dominica Authority gears up for what the organization anticipates to be an exciting year of events, with Mas Domnik on the near horizon. Under her stewardship, the Authority aims to draw tourists and showcase local talent through innovative programs and sustainability-focused initiatives.<\/p>\n<p>For further information about future events and activities, visit the Dominica Festivals. <a href=\"https:\/\/dominicafestivals.com\/\">www.dominicafestivals.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Listen to Ayodele Andrew&#8217;s audio statement:<\/p>\n<audio class=\"wp-audio-shortcode\" id=\"audio-334700-1\" preload=\"none\" style=\"width: 100%;\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"audio\/mpeg\" src=\"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Soundbite-Ayodele-Andrew-FEM-DDA.mp3?_=1\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Soundbite-Ayodele-Andrew-FEM-DDA.mp3\">https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Soundbite-Ayodele-Andrew-FEM-DDA.mp3<\/a><\/audio>\n<p>Listen to Benoit Bardouille audio statement:<\/p>\n<audio class=\"wp-audio-shortcode\" id=\"audio-334700-2\" preload=\"none\" style=\"width: 100%;\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"audio\/mpeg\" src=\"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Soundbite-Benoit-Bardouille-on-FEMs-Appointment.mp3?_=2\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Soundbite-Benoit-Bardouille-on-FEMs-Appointment.mp3\">https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Soundbite-Benoit-Bardouille-on-FEMs-Appointment.mp3<\/a><\/audio>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"&nbsp; The Discover Dominica Authority has officially appointed Ayodele Andrew as the new Festivals and Events Manager, starting from December 18, 2024. 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