Tribute for former Crimestoppers President
Ian McLeod
The Board of Directors and Members of the Turks & Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association mourn the loss of TCHTA and industry stalwart, Ian McLeod.
McLeod, a former Director at the Ocean Club Resorts from 2003 – 2019, was a champion for Turks & Caicos tourism and a fundamental figure in the association. He was a dedicated Board Member of the TCHTA and served as the association’s President for four years. He remained active and was an integral part of the TCHTA’s Sustainable Tourism Committee until he retired in 2019. His commitment extended to the entire region, serving on Boards with the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association.
Hailing from Montreal, Canada, McLeod was an accomplished hotelier having managed hotels in locations such as Dubai and Auckland. He made Turks and Caicos his home and ran the Erebus Inn before taking a position with Ocean Club Resorts.
In 2020, the TCHTA awarded McLeod the Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his dedication to the industry and the organization. After his tenure with Ocean Club Resorts he started McLeod Consulting, lending his expertise to investors and stakeholders in the tourism space.
Beyond his professional contributions, Ian was committed to community safety and welfare, serving as President of Crime Stoppers Turks and Caicos. In this role, he championed innovative approaches to encourage confidential information-sharing, enhancing local efforts to assist police in maintaining peace and security in the islands.
Ian’s impact on Turks & Caicos tourism and community safety will be remembered as a cornerstone of his legacy.