On December 8, 2024, Teri Helenese attended the Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) Leadership Awards and Fundraiser at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel in Miami. This prestigious event celebrated the Caribbean’s brilliance, honoring individuals whose outstanding contributions have advanced the region through tourism, sustainable development, community engagement, and economic progress.

The evening was particularly meaningful for the U.S. Virgin Islands as Jennifer Nugent-Hill, Director of Government and Community Affairs at Tropical Shipping, was among the esteemed awardees. Teri was proud to witness Mrs. Nugent-Hill’s heartfelt recognition of Beverly Nicholson-Doty, former U.S. Virgin Islands Tourism Commissioner, for her enduring impact. A memorable highlight of the ceremony was Mrs. Nugent-Hill’s symbolic presentation of signature Tropical Shipping coins to CMEx President Bevan Springer and Dona Regis-Prosper, Secretary General of the Caribbean Tourism Organization—an elegant tribute to unity and appreciation that embodied the day’s celebration of Caribbean excellence.