Disney Cruise Line appoints Eraise Thompson as island environmental manager

• Disney Cruise Line appointed Freeport-native Eraise Thompson as island environmental manager, a new role coordinating initiatives at Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point coordinating a wide range of environmental sustainability initiatives.

• 'Growing up in the Bahamas, I am passionate about preserving and protecting our beautiful waters and our diverse variety of animal and plant life,' Thompson said. 'I am excited and honored to be joining Disney Cruise Line and to contribute my expertise towards Disney’s impressive environmental goals that aim to make a positive impact on Disney Castaway Cay and throughout the Bahamas.'

• 'It has been a pleasure introducing Eraise to our Disney Castaway Cay team, as we continue to welcome local experts into roles across all areas of our island destination,' said Earle Bethell, island operations director at Castaway Cay. 'Her experience implementing successful environmental programs will add to Disney Cruise Line’s legacy of protecting and highlighting the natural beauty of the Bahamas.'

• Thompson joins DCL’s growing team of Bahamian experts in roles dedicated to the environment and conservation work.

• Thompson’s responsibilities will focus primarily on lowering emissions, conserving water, and reducing waste. She will also train fellow island Crew Members on how to support the cruise line’s environmental sustainability initiatives.

• Thompson joins DCL’s growing team of Bahamian experts in roles dedicated to the environment and conservation work. In 2022, DCL hired conservationists Bradley Watson and Pachancia Knowles to lead the implementation of the cruise line’s environmental management plan and local conservation strategies at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.