Shantaw Bloise Named Town's Director Of Culture & Tourism

Shantaw Bloise has been named the town of Nantucket's new director of culture and tourism.

Bloise, a 2009 graduate of Nantucket High School who is originally from Montego Bay, Jamaica, is leaving her current post as business manager for the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce to join the town. She will start in her new position on June 6th.

In addition to her work with the Chamber, Bloise is also the co-owner of Supple Sirens, a popular line of skin care products handmade on the island.

Bloise was traveling on Tuesday when the town announced her hiring, and told the Current she would share some comments upon her return to the island regarding where she intends to take the town department.

The town began advertising the job back in March following former director Janet Schulte's decision to step down after five years in that role. The non-union position was posted with a starting salary of $125,000.