(Chicago, Illinois, Aug. 5, 2026) Carlo Micallef, CEO, Malta Tourism Authority, was honored with the Best Tourism Industry Leader of the Year Award during the 12th annual The Trazees and 9th annual Wherever Awards gala, held August 3, at The Peninsula Chicago. It is truly a testament to the accomplishments under Carlo’s leadership, of the entire VisitMalta team, both here in North America and at home.” With 30 years of experience at Malta Tourism Authority, Carlo Micallef gained his expertise across a range of positions within the organization, both at home and abroad. Known as a strategic and transformative leader, he has played a pivotal role in shaping Malta’s tourism landscape, strengthening the destination’s position as a leading global tourism hub, enhancing Malta’s position as a leading Mediterranean destination, and leading the recovery and revitalization of Malta’s tourism industry in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. click here possible to reach millions worldwideGoogle News, Bing News, Yahoo News, 200+ publicationsMalta Tourism Authority – North America[email protected](212) 213-0944Media ContactsThe Bradford GroupVictoria Astuto/Pal Patel[email protected](212) 447-0027