Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority Announces New Board Appointments

Returning leadership to continue award-winning tourism work for the destination

Apr. 15, 2026 at 11:04pm

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The Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority (MBVCA) has announced new board appointments, including the confirmation of Mohan Koka as the new Chairman. The MBVCA works to promote Miami Beach locally, nationally, and internationally, supporting programs that elevate the destination's cultural, economic, and hospitality landscape.

Why it matters

The MBVCA plays a critical role in representing the tourism industry in Miami Beach, advocating for growth and driving hotel demand, occupancy, and average daily rates (ADR) for the destination. The new board members bring diverse expertise in hospitality, government, business development, and community engagement, which will strengthen the MBVCA's ability to support strategic tourism initiatives and enhance the visitor experience.

The details

The MBVCA, appointed by the City of Miami Beach Commission, has welcomed new board members to join returning members like Faye Goldin and Chairman Mohan Koka. Koka, who previously served as the General Manager of The Kimpton Surfcomber for over eight years, is now taking on the role of visionary leader for one of the industry's most important destination organizations.

  • The MBVCA appointments were announced on April 15, 2026.

The players

Mohan Koka

The newly confirmed Chairman of the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority, with a distinguished background in hospitality as the former General Manager of The Kimpton Surfcomber.

Faye Goldin

A returning board member of the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority, known as an active ambassador for the Miami Beach community.

Grisette Roque Marcos

The Executive Director of the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority, who welcomed the new board members and praised their diverse expertise and connections to the community.

Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority (MBVCA)

The organization appointed by the City of Miami Beach Commission to promote the destination locally, nationally, and internationally, and support programs that elevate the city's cultural, economic, and hospitality landscape.

City of Miami Beach Commission

The governing body that appoints the members of the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority.

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What they’re saying

“The MBVCA plays a critical role in representing the voice of the industry, advocating for tourism growth and strategic dedication to driving hotel stays on Miami Beach.”

— Mohan Koka, Chairman, Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority

“We are thrilled to welcome these accomplished leaders to the MBVCA Board. Their diverse perspectives and deep-rooted connections to the community will be instrumental as we continue to champion Miami Beach as a world-class destination.”

— Grisette Roque Marcos, Executive Director, Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority

What’s next

The MBVCA will continue to work on strategic tourism initiatives and enhance the visitor experience to drive hotel demand, occupancy and ADR in Miami Beach.

The takeaway

The new MBVCA board appointments, including the confirmation of Mohan Koka as Chairman, reinforce the organization's commitment to advancing Miami Beach as a premier global destination. The diverse expertise and community connections of the new board members will be instrumental in supporting the MBVCA's mission of elevating the city's cultural, economic, and hospitality landscape.