FIJI, 22 MAY 2026 – The Trustees of the FDB Fiji Excellence in Tourism Awards (FETA), are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Paresh Pant, Chief Executive Officer of Tourism Fiji, as the new Chair of FETA.
Dr. Pant succeeds Ms. Debra Sadranu, who has led FETA with distinction over the past four years.
During her tenure, Ms. Sadranu played a pivotal role in strengthening the stature and credibility of the Awards as Fiji’s premier platform for recognising excellence across the tourism sector.
She was also instrumental in securing the Fiji Development Bank (FDB) as the naming rights sponsor, further enhancing the profile and sustainability of the Awards. Sponsors remain central to the continued success of FETA, and Ms. Sadranu has expressed her sincere appreciation to all partners whose contributions have helped shape the Awards into the flagship event it is today.
Ms. Sadranu steps down to focus on the continued growth of her business, Nama Fiji, including preparations to host the prestigious CIDESCO conference in Fiji later this year.
The Trustees look forward to working closely with Dr. Pant as FETA continues to celebrate and showcase excellence within Fiji’s tourism industry. His appointment reflects a strong commitment to maintaining the integrity, relevance, and impact of these important Awards.
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