Nov. 9, 2001 – Edward Thomas, president and chief executive officer of The West Indian Co. Ltd., will discuss "The Cruise Industry in the New Economy" at the next monthly meeting of the Ad Club of the Virgin Islands.
Thomas will address how the cruise industry is dealing with the aftermath of Sept. 11 and how they are handling the challenge of dealing with the new economy. What was the reality of a soft economy the cruise industry faced before the tragedy has now become a challenge to restore consumer confidence in a world that has changed. Thomas will speak on how the cruise industry is overcoming these new obstacles.
The meeting will be at 12 p.m. Tuesday Nov. 13 at The Point at Villa Olga. Luncheon is $25 for members, $30 for non-members and reservations must be made by Mon., Nov. 12, no later than noon. For reservations call 774-8478 or e-mail [email protected].