Jullisa Dujon of The Manning’s Faculty has secured her spot within the second and last spherical of the Junior Minister of Tourism competitors, after topping a subject of 11 contestants on the Sandals Ochi Seashore Resort, St. Ann, on June 20.
Montego Bay Excessive Faculty’s Kiara Bowman, and Hampton Faculty’s Caleader Lewinson, additionally superior, organising an all-girls last showdown.
The competitors, which goals to encourage younger leaders in tourism and hospitality, will culminate in a last contest scheduled for mid-July 2025, on the similar location, with the last word winner representing Jamaica on the Caribbean Tourism Group’s Youth Congress in Barbados.
Younger Jullisa, hailing from the Westmoreland-based highschool, which has the excellence of profitable the previous three Junior Minister of Tourism titles, expressed her pleasure about advancing.
“I got here in a bit nervous, however now that the nerves have calmed, I’m ecstatic. I like assembly new folks, and I’m desirous to proceed this journey,” she shared.
She additionally revealed her ardour for tourism and her want to be extra concerned within the sector, regardless of her future profession pursuits mendacity in radiology.
Instructor, Shalia Lewis, praised her scholar’s achievement, describing her as a ready-made winner, highlighting her intelligence, sociability, and modern spirit.
The competitors, which goals to develop management expertise amongst Jamaica’s youth, is coordinated by the Jamaica Vacationer Board (JTB), together with Sandals. Some 45 college students participated within the competitors nationwide.
Director of Tourism, Donovan White, in praising all of the contestants, stated the competitors has been rising from power to power, including that it permits younger minds to delve into important trade themes and develop artistic options for “our sector’s future”.
“Our tourism success is determined by nurturing the modern spirit of our youth, who will in the end form and strengthen the methods that maintain Jamaica aggressive globally,” he added.
Sandals Ochi Common Supervisor, Carol Bourke, stated it was a pleasure for the organisation to host the occasion for the third consecutive yr.
“Tourism is among the cornerstones of our nation’s growth, and at Sandals Ochi we’re proud to help initiatives that educate and encourage our youth. Internet hosting the Junior Minister competitors and welcoming college students from a number of faculties was actually an honour,” she stated.
Tourism Data Centre Supervisor on the Jamaica Vacationer Board, Lucretia Inexperienced, expressed her satisfaction with the calibre of displays delivered by college students in spherical one of many competitors.
“I’m immensely pleased with how properly the scholars represented themselves and their faculties right this moment. There’s a sure diploma of bravery that’s required for public talking, and I commend every scholar for his or her braveness,” she stated.
Regional Public Relations Supervisor for Sandals Ochi Seashore Resort, Lyndsay Isaacs, expressed enthusiasm about supporting the initiative once more.
“Investing in younger expertise aligns completely with our dedication to Jamaica’s tourism future. Understanding tourism’s multifaceted nature – from hospitality to agriculture, transportation to leisure – is essential for our nation’s continued success,” she stated.
