Press Release: ANGUILLA, BRITISH WEST INDIES, Thursday, 4th February, 2010 

The Anguilla Hotel and Tourism Association (AHTA) grasped the opportunity to thank long standing, and outgoing board member Mr. Fred Thompson, for his valuable dedication to the board, at their recently held board meeting, first for the year 2010. 

Mr. Delroy Lake, Vice President of the AHTA, who was standing in for Mrs. Sherille Hughes, President of the Association, presented a beautiful engraved trophy to Mr. Thompson.

Mr. Thompson, who is also the Manager of Carimar Beach Club, and a past Hotelier of the year, was quite taken by surprise, and said he was honored and humbled by the recognition. 

Mrs. Janine Edwards, board member of the AHTA said, not often does one have the distinguished opportunity to work alongside a professional and gentleman of Fred’s caliber. She further described Mr. Thompson, as a man of textured wisdom, measured temperament, stellar integrity, analytical genius, unselfish stewardship, and commitment to excellence in all areas.

Members of the AHTA, said they appreciate him, as well as his extraordinary contribution, not only to the Association, but also to the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association and Anguilla overall.

Mr. Thompson has served on the AHTA, for a total of 14 years; 3 years as President, 5 years as Vice President, and 6 years as a Board Member. He has also sat on the board of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association for the past 6 years, and currently represents the AHTA on the Anguilla Tourist Board. 

Anguilla continues to benefit from the committed community work of this outstanding Hospitality Professional.