CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands – June 10, 2020 — The Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority (VIEDA) announced yesterday that VIEDA CEO Kamal I. Latham has resigned, effective July 20, 2020. Wayne Biggs, Jr., Assistant CEO/Chief Operating Officer, has been named as the interim CEO. The VIEDA Board of Directors has begun a search for Mr. Latham’s successor.
“The VIEDA Board of Directors, team and I appreciate Mr. Latham’s leadership and his service to the USVI community during his tenure,” said Kevin Rodriquez, chairman of the VIEDA Board. “It certainly was a privilege to work alongside him, and we wish Mr. Latham and his family the very best for the future,” added Chairman Rodriquez.
Mr. Latham served as VIEDA CEO since August 1, 2018.