Island Triathlon Series™ (ITS) is the world's newest and most anticipated triathlon. The inaugural event that is redefining the sport will take place on March 29th, 2009 in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos. The beautiful Turks & Caicos Islands are situated in the British West Indies, and are possibly the most unspoiled populated islands in the Western Hemisphere. ITS is planning to expand its series to other island destinations, adding a new island each year over the next 3-4 years, culminating with its own World Championship in 2010.

Message from the President - Hala Bissada

"On behalf of our international team at Island Triathlon Series™, it gives me great pleasure to introduce you to the world's most anticipated Triathlon. I've taken my passion for the sport and my expertise in event planning to create a luxury brand...a brand like no other! From the exotic destination, to our premium sponsors to our lavish post-party, I can promise you that no stone has been left unturned to make this race safe, well executed, and mostly a memorable experience for the athletes. We look forward to welcoming our triathletes and to "blowing their socks off!"

• Rutger Beke (Belgium): Top five finisher overall in the Ironman Worlds since 03
• Lisa Bentley (Canada): Ten-time Ironman Champion, ranked 3rd in the 06 Ironman World Championships
• Desiree Ficker (USA): Finished 2nd overall at the 06 Ironman World Championships
• Joanna Lawn (New Zealand): Ironman Champion; placed 4th overall in the 06 Ironman World Championships
• Chris Lieto (USA): Three-time Ironman Champion and current #1 ranked U.S. Long Course triathlete
• Kim Loeffler (USA): Current USA Long Course Champion
• Chris McCormack (Austrailia): Ironman Champion, ranked 2nd in the 06 Ironman World Championships
• Melanie McQuaid (Canada): BC Native and three time Xterra World Champion
• Matt Reed (USA): U.S. Pro Triathlon Champion, World Team Champion and a 08 Olympic hopeful
• Marino Vanhoenacker (Belgium): Ironman champion, ranked 6th in the 2006 Ironman Worlds
• Lewis Elliot (USA): recently ranked first overall in the Zoot Sprint Triathlon 07
• Kate Major (Austrailia): Placed 3rd in the 2004 Ironman World Championships
• Leon Griffin (Austrailia): 1st place winner in the 2006 ITU World Dauthon Championships.
• Chris Legh (Austrailia): Australian 1st place winner of the 2004 Ironman USA at Coeur d'Alene

"When I heard that Hala was creating a race in Turks, I thought it was a great venue--the raw beauty of the island matches the raw beauty of our sport. I will finish my 2007 season with ITS?a beautiful way to end a season--sitting on a beach chair enjoying the setting sun after a day of sport in a gorgeous setting. There is no better way to spend a day." Lisa Bentley

Our 30 minute television series which will be shot in High Definition will be broadcast in 85 countries to 167 million households and potentially close to 600 million viewers.

Trish Stratus
Combining beauty with phenomenal wrestling abilities, Trish Stratus™ led a new breed of WWE® Divas. She is the only woman in WWE history to hold the WWE Woman's Championship an unprecedented seven times. She has also made television appearances on Fox's Mad TV, has hosted the 2006 Canada's Walk of Fame, co-hosted CTV Canada's flagship entertainment show, ETalk Daily and City TV's top rated Breakfast Television morning show and is regularly featured on ET Canada. Trish can be seen this summer as the host of CBC's -The Second City's Next Comedy Legend.

We have confirmed Juno award winning recording artist Chantal Kreviazuk to sing national anthem and at post-race party. Chantal Kreviazuk released her last album, What If It All Means Something. During the break and after recording and touring that record, she firmly established herself as one of the premiere songwriters in the industry by penning hits for the likes of Gwen Stefani and Kelly Clarkson.

Sean English
Sean English, a native of Northern California, has been a competitive athlete his entire life. He is a former nationally ranked alpine skier, former member of Salomon Sports North America's Trail Running Team and Team Sports Bites. In Sean's work as a race announcer, his highlight events include the Phuket Thailand International Marathon, the Wildflower Triathlon, Firestone Classic Mt. Bike race and the Nike Women's Marathon.

Tara Robinson
Tara Robinson is the Noon and 6:00 Television News Anchor for CTV News Regina and has won several national and regional newscasts awards. Stories she has covered include the recent Canadian Snowbird plane crash in Montana, Royal Visits, and she has interviewed Premiers and Prime Ministers. Tara has participated in 3 Ironman Canadas and has recieved 2 Finisher Medals. Tara has never competed in a Half Ironman and is looking forward to participating in her first one on the wonderful island of Providenciales! She has been asked to share her Triathlon experiences as an inspirational speaker, as well as with the tens of thousands of viewers who tune in to watch her on the news every night.

EVENT LOCATION- Turks & Caicos, British West Indies (Exotic/Upscale Destination) The beautiful Turks & Caicos Islands are situated in the British West Indies, and are possibly the most unspoiled populated islands in the Western Hemisphere. Providenciales is renowned for its crystalline turquoise waters and miles of pristine white sand beaches.