Meet The Team

As a marine biologist I was drawn to Belize for it's reef and fell in love with the people and Placencia. When I asked my brother if he wanted to partner on something he suggested Bird Island and off I went to make it happen.

A commercial pilot by profession, Belize wasn’t even on my radar until my sister purchased a property there. When she approached me about buying something together, I mentioned Bird Island, and she ran with the idea, turning it into a reality. And here we are.

As the partner of co-owner Judy McVeigh I didn't have much choice than to join the team LOL. Joking aside Judy and I own a hotel in Placencia Village and Bird Island was a great addition to the portfolio allowing us to elevator our guest experience greatly. 

Dora joined us four years ago and has done an exceptional job managing our village hotel, making her a natural choice to also manage Bird Island. With all the moving parts involved in organizing guest stays on the island, Dora is highly organized, incredibly helpful, and consistently ensures everything runs smoothly. Our guests absolutely rave about her.

Winston has been with the team for two years and is a true jack of all trades. He plays a key role in keeping both our village hotel and Bird Island well maintained. His skills also extend to serving our boat captain, so there’s a good chance you’ll meet him during your stay.

Where would we be without Estellita. Without Estellita the house would fall apart. She ensures that you rooms are ready to the highest standard when you arrive and is around to answer questions, directions or simply extra pool towels. 

Sarra is our newest member of the team, and we are grateful to have her. 

We are lucky to offer guests the opportunity to contract a Belizean trailblazing Chef. We are honored to call Chef Minor a friend. He is known for his commitment to healthy living, wellness and offer our guests a great experince. He is the mastermind behind Fuzed Bistro Organic Products, where he offers a premium line of products made with authentic Belizean spices and ingredients.

Thurman offers our guests a fantastic day out on the water fishing. We consistently hear nothing but great things about him, and let’s just say, guests who have tried other tours often come back empty-handed. With Thurman, a fresh fish dinner is almost always on the menu, and during lobster season, he makes sure you enjoy a true seafood feast. His wife also prepares a delicious Belizean lunch, which our guests rave about.