Shinelle Jamie Smith

Ms Shinelle Jamie Smith, based in Trinidad and Tobago, holds the esteemed position of Chair of Education at the College of Science, Technology and Applied Arts of Trinidad and Tobago (COSTAATT). With a profound commitment to inclusive teaching and a fervent dedication to advancing sustainable tourism practices, Ms. Smith's professional journey reflects a diverse blend of academic excellence and practical application.
Possessing a distinguished educational background, Ms Smith's credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism, a Master of Science in Tourism Development and Management, a Master of Science in Innovation, Management and Entrepreneurship, a Master of Arts in Digital Teaching and Learning, a professional certificate in University Teaching and a CELTA certificate from the University of Cambridge. Ms Smith was also the recipient of the prestigious Chevening scholarship where she obtained a partner award to pursue postgraduate qualifications at the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom.

Foremost, Ms Smith is a tertiary-level educator. Her illustrious career spans a spectrum of impactful roles over the past fifteen years, largely as a facilitator of course design or delivery at a plethora of academic institutions.

A staunch advocate for sustainability in the tourism sector, Ms Smith is the visionary founder of The Travel Taxi Ltd., a pioneering consultancy firm focused on promoting Caribbean-centric tourism practices that prioritise environmental stewardship, education and community engagement. Through this medium, Ms. Smith extends invaluable hospitality training and mentorship to small and medium-sized enterprises. Additionally, she is passionate about making education more accessible via virtual delivery, particularly for neurodivergent learners and women who reside in rural communities.