KRALENDIJK – Ronnie Pieters, the first director of the Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB), passed away last week.

As the first director of the newly independent tourism office, Pieters played a significant role. Under his leadership, sustainable tourism plans were introduced, along with important marketing strategies and international tourism offices. After leaving Bonaire, he worked for many years as a Senior Marketing lecturer at Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningen.

Inspiration

According to TCB, Pieters’ legacy remains an inspiration for Bonaire’s tourism sector.