Angela Byrne, Head of Visit Isle of Man manages the strategic development and operational team which is made up of eight officers and supported by a marketing team within in the Department for Enterprise. Through the formation of strong partnerships, networking and promotion the Visit Isle of Man team strive to enhance the perceptions of the Isle of Man as a special place to visit, live, work and invest, creating a shared and compelling story for our unique destination.
Angela supports the Visit Agency Board, CEO, Minister and Political Members in the strategic development and management of the Visit Isle of Man agency within the Department for Enterprise.
Mike focuses on growing events visitor numbers, bednights and spend through financial assistance schemes, advice and promotion particularly shoulder season events. Mike also develops and works with non-motorsport event organisers to attract new events to the Island.
Trish supports the Events Manager and administers the Tourist Event Development Scheme, providing guidance and support to event organisers on facilitating over 30 events on the Island every year.
Julie champions new product development, projects and initiatives to achieve growth in visitor numbers and spend, creating a positive environment for investment to make the Isle of Man an attractive visitor destination. Julie also manages the Cruise Isle of Man team.
Jade develops and fosters effective partnerships with the on-Island activity and attractions sector and off-Island trade. Jade assists businesses in the development of (bookable) products and year-round visitor experiences for the Island's key target growth markets.
Yvette generates new product research and implements actions to develop the propositions for the Island's key target markets. She is responsible for developing product areas of www.visitisleofman.com and itinerary creation, along with online support to sector businesses.
Nicola implements strategic actions for visitor accommodation and creates the programme to assist businesses with quality and service aspects, fostered through schemes and training to make it easier for visitor economy businesses to start, develop and grow on the Island.
Hannah builds relationships and maintains contact with providers in the accommodation and eateries sectors, providing introductory advisories, guidance through the registration process and future development.
Katy supports the Business Development team in different ways such as on-going support for accommodation and Taste registrations, but also provides support to the industry with any day to day queries they may have in regards to their business.
Laura is responsible for the day to day management of the marketing plan for the Visit Isle of Man strategy, managing a range of channels to reach key target markets. Key to the role is the promotion of the Visit Isle of Man brand to demonstrate the Isle of Man's extraordinary story.
Natasha provides support and delivery of all marketing plans and campaigns, with particular emphasis on monitoring and developing digital marketing assets and channels including the destination website.
The purpose of the board is to realise the fullest economic growth potential of the Isle of Man as a visitor destination. They are a strategic and key decision making and advisory body supporting the Department for Enterprise ambition for long term economic prosperity for the different sectors in the visitor economy. Find out more about the remit of the Visit Agency Board and see the Terms of Reference.
Ranald has spent 37 years in the Finance Sector, 17 years of which working internationally selling the Isle of Man as a great place to invest. Ranald worked for a UK adventure company as a qualified Leader and he now assists in cruise ship walks on the Island.
Brett is the chair of the Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce Visitor Economy Committee which represents a broad range of the visitor industry. This Committee is dedicated to working with Government to promote growth in all aspects of the visitor economy (VE).
Managing Director of Sleepwell Hotels Ltd.
Mark is the Managing Director of privately owned Sleepwell Hotels who operate a number of leisure businesses in the Isle of Man and England. With 35 years' industry experience, Mark has worked across the UK at all levels, primarily within hotels, restaurants and specialist event management.
John has had over 20 years experience with the Steam Packet Company. He also is a member of the Trustees of Manx National Heritage and a member of the Visitor Economy Committee, the Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce.
Hilary is FCCA qualified and has worked within the finance sector of the Island for many years, now running her own accountancy service. Hilary has owned a self-catering cottage in Port Erin for many years and volunteers her accountancy skills at Erin Arts Centre.
In six years Carl has created four visitor experiences contributing to a thriving outdoor activity centre in South Barrule forest. His business proposition was recently enhanced to include Quad Bike tours, shooting gallery and mountain bike hire as well as on-site café.
Ged has been a golf tour operator and private hire licence holder since 2011, handling thousands of visitors to the Island from golfers, cruise ship visitors and general tourists. Working with hotels, travel agents and numerous providers Ged also co-ordinates specialist tours including cycling and farm tours.
MaryBeth has worked as a lawyer in the US and Australia, representing hotels, ski resorts, property developers and tourism operators. She now is co-owner of a seaside winery in Port Erin that provides tours and tasting experiences.
Richard has a career background in technology and telecommunications, but outside of this he has been involved in the promotion of Cycling and Triathlon events on the Island for over 30 years.
Mark joined the Department in 2012 following an extensive 25 year career on and off the Island across financial services, technology, hospitality and construction. Mark instated a full strategic review of the Departments existing structure, introducing Executive Agencies leveraging private sector expertise to create a partnership approach.
Rob worked within the Island's finance industry for over 17 years. He was elected to the House of Keys in September 2016 and was appointed as the Political Member for Visit Isle of Man and Motorsport within the Department for Enterprise.