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ISSUE NO.5 | JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2025
EXPERIENCE TURKS AND CAICOS WELCOMES NEW MINISTER OF TOURISM EExperience Turks and Caicos is pleased to welcome the Honourable Zhavargo Jolly as the new Minister of Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, and the Environment for the Turks and Caicos Islands. Hon. Jolly was appointed to the Cabinet on February 12th, 2025, following the General Elections on February 7th, in which the Progressive National Party (PNP) secured a decisive victory. A seasoned entrepreneur, financial expert, and dedicated public servant, Hon. Jolly brings a wealth of experience to his ministerial role. Before entering politics, he served as the Managing Director of Turks and Caicos Islands Capital, a private investment and lending firm. His background in finance, business strategy, and economic development has equipped him with the expertise to drive sustainable growth in the country’s tourism industry. Hon. Jolly is a graduate of the University of South Carolina, where he earned a degree in Business, and later obtained an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business. His leadership skills were further sharpened through his service in the Turks and Caicos Islands Marine Regiment, where he was awarded the Governor’s Award as the most outstanding recruit. A dedicated advocate for the economic empowerment of Turks and Caicos Islanders, Hon. Jolly is committed to ensuring that the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands are the primary beneficiaries of the nation’s thriving tourism industry. His vision aligns closely with Experience Turks and Caicos’ pillar of inclusive growth, ensuring that all communities across the islands share in the economic benefits of the sector. Hon. Jolly is widely recognised for his entrepreneurial acumen, strategic thinking, and commitment to community-driven development. His leadership is expected to usher in a new era of tourism growth, ensuring that the success of the industry translates into tangible benefits for the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
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