Disney Cruise Line has named Keturah Babb-Higgs as Public Affairs Director, strengthening its locally based team in The Bahamas.
In this role, Keturah will support Disney Cruise Line business initiatives in The Bahamas by building relationships and serving as Disney’s liaison for external stakeholders, including government agencies, community leaders, the nonprofit community, media and business leaders.
“Keturah’s deep connection to The Bahamas, combined with her extensive professional experience, makes her a tremendous addition to our team,” said Beth Thibodaux, director, external affairs, Disney Cruise Line. “Her understanding of the communities we engage with will be invaluable, and we look forward to the leadership and insight she will bring to our work across The Bahamas.”
As a native of Grand Bahama with deep professional and community ties to the region, Babb-Higgs brings comprehensive experience in government relations, community development and strategic relationship building. She has held several leadership roles at the University of The Bahamas since 2017, including serving as director of government relations and civic engagement at the university.
Babb-Higgs also oversaw the university’s UB IGNITE entrepreneurship and innovation program, secured significant grant funding for university programs, and fostered relationships with organizations including the Inter-American Development Bank and The Bahamas Protected Areas Fund.
Her work at the University of The Bahamas has also extended to conservation, including the UB Conservation Conclave, which received support from the Disney Conservation Fund and Disney Cruise Line in 2023.
“As a proud Bahamian, I am excited to join Disney Cruise Line at a pivotal time in its continued investment and growth in The Bahamas,” said Babb-Higgs. “I look forward to supporting the company’s expansion efforts, strengthening relationships with government and community stakeholders, and sharing the positive impact of Disney’s investments in the communities where we operate. Most importantly, I am committed to helping advance opportunities that ensure Bahamians and our communities benefit from Disney’s long-term presence in our islands.”
