CMEx would like to thank the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism for hosting the 20th edition of the CMEx conference

Welcome Reception

USVI Governor John P. deJongh Jr. hosts CMEx delegates at Government House.

Round Table Discussions

Delegates discuss potential solutions on a topic assigned to their table.

CMEx Gives Back . . .

A sample of donations brought by CMEx 20 delegates for the Family Resource Center in St. Thomas. An additional $1,000 check was presented by Dr. Joan Parker of Counterpart International.

CMEx Gives Back . . .

Vivian St. Juste of the Family Resource Center (third from the left) with CMEx 20 delegates in St. Thomas.

Sailing

CMEx 20 delegates had an opportunity to relax and enjoy a leisurely late afternoon catamaran sail.

USVI hotelier and president-elect of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) Richard Doumeng delivered a thought-provoking address at CMEx. Here, CMEx journalists pose questions after his keynote presentation.

Island Tour

CMEx 20 delegates also had an opportunity to tour St. Thomas with its spectacular views and charm.

Journalism Excellence Award Winner

Athneil "Addie" Ottley, a popular radio personality in the US Virgin Islands, received a CMEx Excellence in Journalism award for his widely received broadcasts of major issues in the islands.

Journalism Excellence Award Winners

Anika Kentish of Observer Radio in Antigua, for leading a team of Caribbean journalists to the earthquake-devastated Haiti.
Patricia Meschino, Caribbean Correspondent for Billboard Magazine was recognized for her championing of regional musicians.

World Leadership Award Winners

Mrs. Leona Bryant, former USVI director of tourism, for pioneering the development of tourism in the US Virgin Islands.
Peter Dolara, Senior Vice President for Mexico, the Caribbean and Latin America of American Airlines.
Dr. Joan Parker, President and Chief Executive Officer NGO of Counterpart International.

CMEx Gives Back . . .

An estimated US$650 in school supplies was awarded to the Kingston, Jamaica Maxfield Park’s Children’s home.

CMEx Gives Back . . .

Miriam Milashut shown here with local Maxfield Park Children's Home staff presented over US$600 in school supplies donated at a Canadian daycare center.

CMEx Gives Back . . .

An additional US$250 cash donation was awarded to the Kingston, Jamaica Maxfield Park’s Children’s home.

CMEx Gives Back . . .

CMEx Secretary & Treasurer Pete Mansel presents Dr. Paul Rhodes of Great Huts Resort, Port Antonio, Jamaica $200 in school supplies for local Port Antonio students.