Rob Chappelhow and Ken Beattie have been chosen as Banwa Private Island’s first-ever Brand Ambassadors, the company is thrilled to announce.
Potential guests and business professionals alike will benefit greatly from Ken and Rob’s in-depth knowledge of Banwa Private Island’s exceptional beauty and vulnerable biodiversity. Given that they were present at the beginning of the tropical island’s transformation from a deserted island into the lush garden paradise it is now, both are in a unique position to share firsthand experiences and information.
London-based, Rob Chappelhow first visited the island in 2009 when it was a
seldom seen coconut plantation frequented only by Hawksbill Turtles returning
to the pristine white sands to lay their eggs. In 2013, Rob became Project
Director, overseeing the island’s sustainable development. He says: “By 2019,
we were ready to welcome guests to experience Banwa Private Island’s’ concept
of informal luxury in a contemporary setting. I am thrilled to bring my
experience of its evolution to the Brand Ambassador role. Having watched the
native beach forest grow to provide such privacy and tranquility, and witnessed
the rejuvenation of the coral reef and the island’s wildlife, it’s an honour to
once more be part of the passionate team.”
Ken Beattie, currently based in Taiwan, was also involved in Banwa Private
Island’s inception and over recent years has been integral in establishing
Aquos Foundation’s CSR programs, reaching out to the local communities to
foster positive and sustainable relationships. ‘’There are so many
compelling reasons to visit Banwa Private Island including the exceptional
personalised service and the numerous land and water-based leisure activities.
Having dived every reef in the surrounding Marine Protected Area, I have an
intimate understanding of the region’s incredible marine life and the unique
experiences available to our guests”, says Ken of his appointment.
The island sanctuary is located in north-eastern Palawan in the Philippines, one of the last remaining areas of natural biodiversity in the world, and it offers beautiful views, white sand beaches, and turquoise waters. The Aquos Foundation, whose conservation programs maintain, nurture, and safeguard the sensitive ecosystem, marine environment, and local community of Banwa Private Island, will also fly the flag with Rob and Ken. Peter Nilsson, the owner of Banwa Private Island, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Rob Chappelhow and Ken Beattie back to the island team. They have a thorough awareness of our distinctive brand of seamless service and sustainable luxury, making them the ideal brand ambassadors for Banwa Private Island.”
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