KINGSTON — Anne Palardy has been named BDM, Quebec and Eastern Canada for the Jamaica Tourist Board.

The Montreal-based and trilingual Palardy has 30+ years of experience in the travel industry. Prior to joining the JTB Canada team, she was a Business Development Representative for Sandos Hotels & Resorts in eastern Canada. She has also worked in roles with Transat, Air Canada, Tourisme Montérégie in Québec, and CAA Québec.

Angella Bennett, Regional Director, Jamaica Tourist Board Canada, says: “Anne is a great fit for this role as she is armed with a wealth of experience and holds deep knowledge of Canada’s Quebec and Atlantic markets, hospitality and the tourist industry.”

Bennett added: “Anne also has her finger on the pulse of the current global climate and how to navigate tourism during this unprecedented time. We are pleased to welcome her to our team.”

Palardy is filling the role of former JTB Canada BDM Louise Paquette, who recently retired after 26 years with the Jamaica Tourist Board.

“I am thrilled to be joining such a dynamic and enthusiastic team,” said Palardy. “I am well versed in this industry and look forward to leveraging my relationships and expertise to help elevate Destination Jamaica in the Québec and Eastern Canada markets.”

Palardy can be reached at (514) 231-1968 or apalardy@visitjamaica.com.