Beth Hatt
About Me
Beth is Aquila’s founder and the heart behind its global work in cruise tourism and destination coaching. She is driven by a deep passion for community, purpose, and making a meaningful difference in the world of
tourism.
As Co-Creator of Aquila’s Center for Cruise Excellence, Beth has helped transform Aquila into a Living Lab — a place where best practices in service, guest experience, and destination readiness are shaped and shared. She works closely with destinations, tour operators, and industry partners across the Caribbean, Central America, and beyond.
Beth’s leadership philosophy is rooted in mentorship and legacy — developing leaders within her own team while empowering others across the industry to thrive.
She has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women, and after more than 40 years in business, she’s still as passionate as ever about helping the industry — and the people in it — thrive.

