Caribbean Airlines (CAL) and the University of Guyana (UG) have announced that CAL has been designated the Principal Airline Partner for the upcoming Diaspora and Entrepreneur Conference being hosted by UG.
A CAL release yesterday stated that the conference will run from July 21 to 25 under the theme, “Cultural Diversity and Innovation: Engaging the Diaspora for an Enhanced Caribbean Competitive Landscape.” It aims to touch on many timely issues including best practices in leadership, technology, entrepreneurship, innovation, economic growth, diversity and inclusion as well as the role of the Diaspora, the release added.
In making the announcement, the airline’s CEO, Garvin Medera stated, “Caribbean Airlines is about connecting the Caribbean and this goes beyond the thousands of people we transport daily. It extends into the communities we serve, and the diaspora is one of the most important. We are happy to support this conference which will see aspiring and established entrepreneurs from the diaspora meet in Guyana from July 21 to 25 to collaborate and innovate, which is critical to the development of our entire Caribbean region.
UG Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ivelaw Griffith, in commenting on the partnership noted, “Our partnership with Caribbean Airlines will help diaspora members to participate in this important Diaspora and Entrepreneurship Conference when they take advantage of the special fare being offered for conference travel.” He added, “This conference will facilitate dialogue and spark innovate collaborations and discussions as we engage with the diaspora. As an authentic Caribbean air carrier with strong links to the diaspora, Caribbean Airlines is a natural partner for the University of Guyana.
CAL also announced that it will provide special concessions to customers who wish to attend the conference and register through the conference website https://diaspora-entrepreneurship. uog.edu.gy/
