Antiguan creative and communications specialist Chaneil Imhoff has been announced as the designer for the official logo for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) Antigua and Barbuda 2026, that was unveiled on Tuesday.
The logo was unveiled during the Official Launch of the activities leading to Antigua and Barbuda’s hosting of CHOGM next year November 1- 4. Governor General Sir Rodney Williams, Prime Minister Gaston Browne, Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, and CHOGM Task Force Chair Ambassador Dr. Clarence Pilgrim, all participated in the unveiling exercise.
In brief remarks at the launch, Imhoff described the selection of her design as “an honor, pleasure, and privilege”, reflecting on what the opportunity represents for local creators and the wider Orange Economy.
“This logo tells our story,” Imhoff said. “The frigate bird in motion symbolizes our freedom and resilience, while the colors drawn from the national flag and the Commonwealth palette reflect both our pride and our connection to the global family. To have this design chosen to represent Antigua and Barbuda on such a stage is one of the greatest honours of my creative journey.”
Imhoff also issued a call to action for greater investment in the Orange Economy — the creative industries that fuel innovation, identity, and cultural expression.
“Our creativity is nation-building,” she added. “Design, music, film, fashion — these aren’t just artistic pursuits; they are economic drivers and pillars of our national identity. Let’s keep supporting and funding the sector so more Antiguans and Barbudans can see their work represented globally.”
A multidisciplinary creative with over a decade of experience, Chaneil Imhoff is known for her work in branding, digital media, and public communication, as well as her leadership in mental health advocacy through her organization WISH – the Wadadli Initiative for Self-care and Healing.
Chaneil is also the host of Government in Motion on State Media, ABS Television.
As Antigua and Barbuda prepares to host CHOGM 2026, Imhoff’s design stands as a symbol of the country’s creativity, resilience, and readiness to engage the world.
