Brian T. Mullis is a destination management specialist with more than 25 years of experience in sustainable development, conservation and tourism. Prior to assuming the role of Director of the Guyana Tourism Authority, he founded and led Sustainable Travel International, a global leader in the responsible tourism movement. Mullis also owned and operated an international ecotourism and adventure travel company. He has held leadership positions on the World Economic Forum Future of Travel and Tourism Council, UN 10YFP Multi-stakeholder Advisory Committee, and the U.S. Department of Commerce Travel and Tourism Advisory Board. Throughout his career, he has assisted hundreds of businesses and destinations worldwide in implementing innovative sustainable tourism initiatives that generate positive socio-economic and conservation outcomes in communities and protected areas. The father of two energetic children from Ethiopia, Mullis and his family actively seek out nature and adventure travel experiences and local food and culture.