CINEX Welcomes CHICOS Delegation to Curaçao Ahead of November Conference
Willemstad, Curaçao – June 10, 2025 – The Curaçao Investment & Export Promotion Agency (CINEX) proudly welcomes the CHICOS (Caribbean Hotel Investment Conference & Operations Summit) delegation to Curaçao for a strategic pre-conference visit taking place from June 9 to 12, 2025. The visit marks an important step in the countdown to CHICOS 2025, scheduled for November in partnership with CINEX and the Curaçao Tourist Board (CTB).
The delegation, consisting of CHICOS President Mr. Parris Jordan and Nicole Roantree, will be hosted by CINEX during a packed agenda designed to align stakeholders and industry partners ahead of this major regional hospitality investment summit.
As part of the visit, CINEX has coordinated a series of high-level engagements, including meetings with key tourism and economic development stakeholders such as the Curaçao Hospitality and Tourism Association (CHATA), the Curaçao Tourist Board (CTB), and major hotel partners. These pre-conference discussions are essential in mapping out collaborative opportunities and showcasing Curaçao’s growing potential as a leading investment destination in the Caribbean.
The Minister of Economic Development, Mr. Roderick Middelhof, personally welcomed the CHICOS delegation and emphasized the national importance of the upcoming conference:
“CHICOS 2025 is more than just a hospitality event, it’s a catalyst for unlocking sustainable investments, strengthening public-private partnerships, and positioning Curaçao as a premier player in the global tourism economy. These pre-meetings are a critical step in ensuring we deliver an impactful and high-value event come November.”
CINEX CEO Miles Mercera echoed this sentiment, highlighting the organization’s role in driving strategic partnerships:
“CINEX is honored to facilitate this landmark event. As the bridge between investment and opportunity, we are proud to lead this preparatory visit, ensuring that our local stakeholders are engaged, aligned, and ready to leverage CHICOS as a transformative platform for Curaçao’s tourism and hospitality sector.”
CHICOS President Parris Jordan expressed his enthusiasm about the November event and the warm welcome in Curaçao:
“We are thrilled to bring CHICOS 2025 to Curaçao—an island with incredible potential and hospitality excellence. The groundwork laid during this visit confirms that Curaçao is ready to host the region’s top investment minds and hotel developers in an unforgettable setting.”
The CHICOS 2025 Conference will convene regional and international stakeholders in the hospitality, tourism, and investment sectors. It will serve as a dynamic platform to explore development opportunities, forge strategic alliances, and drive investment into the Caribbean region.
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