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Last Updated: Dec 29, 2011 - 2:18:31 AM |
Islands of The Bahamas Chief Aviation
Specialist named Chairman Elect for IFP Federal Pavilion
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL –
The Chief Aviation Specialist for The Islands of The Bahamas has been named
chairman elect of International Federal Partners (IFP) Federal Pavilion
for the premier aviation event, EAA Air Venture Osh Kosh, which takes place
this year in Osh Kosh, WI, July 25-31, 2011.
Leader of the Aviation Department for The
Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation, Mr. Greg Rolle, has accepted
the position to chair the prestigious aviation group that includes, The
United States, Canada and The Bahamas. When Mr. Rolle commences his chairmanship
at the conclusion of this year’s show, he will serve in the post for two
consecutive years. He will assume the reins from current IFP chairman,
Aaron Sauer, a Senior Air Safety Investigator with the U.S. National
Transportation Safety Board.
“It will be my privilege to serve as the
chairman of the IFP,” Rolle said on acceptance of the position, adding,
“I will do my utmost to use my skill set, abilities and talents to ensure
that the Federal Pavilion continues to prove to be an effective arena for
the private pilot to be educated, enlightened and provided with up-to-the
minute procedural and other information necessary for a seamless crossing
of the borders.” The aviation executive further noted that, “over
the years, The Islands of The Bahamas have benefited greatly from our mutual
relationship, and it is my belief that acting in the capacity as chairman
of the IFP, will add depth to our partnership.”
The prestigious honor being placed on Rolle,
means that he will be the chair of a body that plays
a major role at the Annual EAA Air Venture Expo, which attracts hundreds
of thousands of aviation enthusiasts annually from across the globe.
“We (International Federal Partnership)
are honored to have you representing The Bahamas to serve as Chairman for
the upcoming years,” chairman Sauer said while welcoming Rolle to his
position. “We appreciate your service and all the years you have
dedicated to the IFP and The Bahamas representation at Air Venture!”
U.S. Federal Agencies and Canadian Government
departments in 1990 began participating together at the EAA Air Venture
in Osh Kosh, Wisconsin and came to be known as the International Federal
Partnership. In 1998, The Islands of The Bahamas with its Civil
Aviation departments joined the group. The IFP annually contracts with
EAA for a massive 21, 000 square foot hanger - The International Federal
Pavilion - and from this space the member countries with their various
government agencies and departments, display exhibits as well as provide
booths with information.
The Chairman of the IFP is responsible
for facilitating the collective efforts of the members in achieving the
Partnership’s goals. Duties of the chair include, facilitating meetings
and teleconferences of the group; facilitating staff meetings and special
engagements during the week of Air Venture and mediating differences that
may arise between the members to the extent that the differences affect
the Partnership.
Mr. Rolle is a veteran Ministry of Tourism
employee who has been with the organization for some 25 years. During
his years with this important ministry of the Bahamas Government, he has
served in various capacities including Director of Bahamas Sports Tourism.
A licensed private pilot, Mr. Rolle returned to the leadership position
of tourism’s aviation department in 2008. Under his recent leadership,
The Bahamas has stepped up its marketing initiatives against the lucrative
aviation market. Signature programs include Bahamas Preferred (FBO) Gateways,
Bahamas Flying Ambassadors, and Bahamas Day. The inventive strategies
being undertaken by the country’s aviation department, has thrust The
Islands of The Bahamas into the spotlight of the International aviation
arena.
About The Islands of The Bahamas:
Life in The Islands Of The Bahamas is
as culturally diverse as it is vibrantly beautiful, from the carefree Out
Islands to exciting Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island. With
world-class diving and fishing, gorgeous turquoise water and miles of picture
perfect beaches the 700 islands of the Bahamas offer visitors the opportunity
to do everything or nothing at all. For more information on travel packages,
activities and accommodations, call: 1-800-Bahamas or visit
www.Bahamas.com
.
To purchase one-of-a-kind items and mementos from the Bahamas, visit
www.eshopbahamas.com
.
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