Obie Wilchcombe has had the privilege of serving as Member of Parliament, Senator and Cabinet Minister during his political career, which began in 1994.

His notable achievements as Minister of Tourism include introducing Sports, Religious, and African American Tourism in The Bahamas, and creating a policy to develop of a film industry. Two of the top three films of 2006 were shot in The Bahamas.

Prior to his politics, Obie was a career journalist who joined the Broadcasting Corporation of The Bahamas in 1975. During his 25 years of service held the position of Deputy Director of News, News Director and Assistant General Manager in 1990.

An avid sportsman, Mr. Wilchcombe is a former President of the Grand Bahama Basketball Association and the Commonwealth American Football League (CAFL).