Lawmakers Approve Matarangas-King’s Nomination as Tourism Commissioner After Vision-Focused Testimony

The Committee on Rules and Judiciary has approved the Governor’s nomination of Jennifer Matarangas-King as Commissioner of the Department of Tourism. Ms. Matarangas-King appeared before the Committee on Thursday, where she told lawmakers about her academic achievements and professional experience. Along with roles in marketing, communications, government, and community relations, Matarangas-King spent nearly 30 years at Innovative, Viya, and now One Communication. These experiences provided her with the “expertise and transferable skills necessary to lead our tourism strategy with both creativity and discipline.”  As commissioner, Ms. Matarangas-King intends to “bring a global perspective and a deep local understanding.” She says that policies and campaigns must “ultimately benefit the people who call the Virgin Islands home.” The commissioner-nominee envisions a tourism industry that is “resilient, inclusive and future focused.” She has also promised to maintain “a balance between p...