Claire Briffa

Officer

Representing the Education Sector

Claire Briffa has over 25 years experience spanning across tourism, education, and people management. Currently serving as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer at the Institute of Tourism Studies, previously serving as the Chief Operating Officer for Corporate Services for the past 9 years.

With a robust academic foundation, a degree in economics from the University of Malta and an MSc in International Marketing from the University of Strathclyde, Claire’s career bridges academia with practical industry experience. Her professional journey included roles with the Malta Tourism Authority, the University of Malta, The Catalogue Company, complemented by her entrepreneurial experience in running a recruitment, training and consultancy business.

Claire is also a visiting lecturer at public and private universities, where she shares her in-depth knowledge in marketing and management. She is also a member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing and has been part of MEA Council since 2021.