Kyle Haughton is one of two new non-executive directors appointed to Visit Jersey.
- He previously held high-profile roles in travel and hospitality, including City Cruises and First Choice Holidays.
- Haughton joins as part of a board renewal process, replacing retiring members.
- His extensive experience spans over 35 years in the industry, aiming to bolster Jersey’s tourism sector.
- The appointments aim to enhance Jersey’s visitor economy with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
In a significant move, Kyle Haughton, a seasoned professional in the travel and hospitality sectors, has been appointed as a non-executive director for Visit Jersey. With a career spanning over three decades, Haughton brings a wealth of experience from his previous roles, notably as managing director at City Cruises and a director at First Choice Holidays. His appointment comes as part of a strategic renewal of the board, replacing members who are stepping down.
Haughton’s diverse experience also includes senior positions at notable organisations such as BAA and Sunworld Holidays. His track record of leadership in tourism and transport provides Visit Jersey with strategic insights that are expected to shape the island’s tourism initiatives. Martin George, the former customer director at Waitrose, joins Haughton as a new addition, further strengthening the board’s expertise.
The latest board appointments follow the addition of Claire Bentley, managing director of British Airways Holidays, as a non-executive director last October. This series of appointments reinforces Visit Jersey’s commitment to building a robust framework for tourism development under the leadership of Tricia Warwick, who has been serving as chief executive since last April.
Lisa Springate, Chair of Visit Jersey, expressed enthusiasm for the new appointments, highlighting that Haughton and George’s combined skills and experience would be instrumental in advancing Jersey’s tourism industry. As the sector navigates a rapidly changing global landscape, their expertise is deemed vital in positioning Jersey as a vibrant and sustainable destination.
These strategic additions to Visit Jersey’s board are poised to drive the island’s tourism sector towards a sustainable and innovative future.
