Surfing as Economic Development on Nicaragua's Emerald Coast

118 Elliot Street,Brattleboro VT 05301

18 May, 2023

Description

Dr. Tamara Stenn is a Professor of Business & Economics at Landmark College in Putney, Vermont. She is currently serving as chairperson of the Windham World Affairs Council. Together, with her special guests - Dr. Jason Old and Dr. Lindsay Usher, they will share the stories of economic transformation on Nicaragua's Emerald Coast. As the dust settled after a decade of war and Nicaragua faced the daunting challenge of rebuilding, surfers sought out the world’s best waves. By chance, they stumbled upon the remote beaches of Nicaragua’s Emerald Coast, discovering a previously unknown surfing paradise. The daredevils of travel, surfers withstand anything for the thrill of a good wave. Learn how their tenacity and networking created new value and industry for Nicaragua’s sleepy coasts – paving the way for tourism development and eco-communities. In 2021, at the height of the pandemic, Tamara Stenn purchased a small surf house in Nicaragua. She has been studying and experiencing the remarkable development of the region ever since. Share in her firsthand stories of Nicaraguan fishermen, restaurateurs, caretakers, and surfers, and the expats amongst them who have changed the face of Nicaragua’s remote coasts. After the presentation, join us in an interactive panel discussion with Dr. Jason Old and Dr. Lindsay Usher, surfers and academics, who have been surfing and studying Nicaragua development as well. Zoom link for those unable to attend this live event