Meet the Board

The Department for Enterprise is responsible for economic development and the creation of an environment where local entrepreneurship is supported and thriving and more new businesses are choosing to call the Isle of Man home.

The Department has a key role to play in the achievement of the Programme for Government's stated intention to be an Island of Enterprise and Opportunity and we recognise that supporting economic development is of strategic importance for the Island's future growth and prosperity.

The Department's mission is aligned with these outcomes and objectives: to create an environment, through innovation and collaboration, where the economy thrives.

The purpose of the Visit Isle of Man Agency 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 Caldwell

Non-Executive Chairman of Visit Agency

Ranald has spent 37 years in the Finance sector, 17 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.

ranald.caldwell@gov.im
Angela Byrne

Head of Visit Isle of Man

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.

+44 (0) 1624 687083 angela.byrne@gov.im
Rob Callister MHK

Political Representative for Visit Isle of Man

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.

rob.callister@gov.im
Mark Lewin

Chief Executive of the Department for Enterprise

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 exisiting structure, introducing Executive Agencies leveraging private sector expertise to create a partnership approach.

moira.peabody@gov.im
John Watt

Commercial Director at Isle of Man Steam Packet Company

Transport Representative

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.

john.watt@steam-packet.com
Shirley Ver Elst

Director of Edelweiss and Management Consultant for Hotel Halvard

Serviced Accommodation Sector Representative

Shirley is Manx born and trained in Hospitality Management at the Isle of Man University College. With over 20 years of industry experience, working at all levels, Shirley is now a management consultant for the 4 star Hotel Halvard promoting the high end corporate and visitor experience. She is committed to raising the level of training available and encouraging the Manx Hospitality Industry as a career choice.

shirleyverelst@gmail.com
Hilary Peterson

Owner of Surfside & The Lodge Self-Catering Accommodation

Non-Serviced Accommodation Sector Representative

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 Surfside for many years, and more recently The Lodge. Hilary volunteers her accountancy skills at Erin Arts Centre.

hilarypeterson@manx.net
Brett Martin

Chief Executive at Sefton Group PLC

Chamber of Commerce Visitor Economy Commitee Representative

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.

brett.martin@seftongroup.co.im
Sally Helwich

Travel & Tour Representative

Managing Director of Isle of Man Event Services

Sally has dedicated her entire working life to the Isle of Man tourism sector since 1992. With over 25 years of industry experience, Sally’s in-depth knowledge means she is ideally suited to share and support the industry.

sally@iomevents.com
Ged Power

Owner of Private Hire Service and IOM Golf Holidays

Attraction & Activity Sector Representative

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.

ged.power@powerwheels.im
MaryBeth Coll

Co-Owner of Foraging Vintners

Catering & Entertainment Sector Representative

MaryBeth has worked as a lawyer in the US and Australia, representing hotels, ski resorts, property developers and tourism operators. She is now co-owner of a seaside winery in Port Erin that provides tours and tasting experiences.

info@foragingvintners.com
Richard Fletcher

Senior Account Manager at PDMS

Events & Conferences Sector Representative

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.

+44 (0) 7624 329999 fletcher@manx.net