Apr 1, 2021
Karen Bevans
In March, the Ministry of Tourism and Diaspora Relations announced the departure of Tourism Director Karen Bevans from the Belize Tourism Board. Bevans had a lucrative one point two million-dollar five-year contract which was otherwise considered ironclad. The B.T.B. has been quiet on the details of the separation, although it was confirmed that an investigation into the misuse of pension fund was underway. In the interim, B.T.B. Chairman Evan Tillett has been named acting Tourism Director. But is there conflict since Tillett is now answerable to himself? Here’s how Tourism C.E.O. Nicole Solano responded to questions from News Five.