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Movers + Shakers: RSSC & Oceania Cruises expand Lisa Pile’s remit; add 3 APAC leaders

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has expanded RSSC Vice President & General Manager Asia Pacific Lisa Pile’s responsibility to include Oceania Cruises in Asia, effective immediately.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has expanded RSSC Vice President & General Manager Asia Pacific Lisa Pile’s responsibility to include Oceania Cruises in Asia, effective immediately.

She will be supported by three regional leaders, including Constance Seck, who returns to the company as Director of Sales South-East Asia for both brands.

Oceania Cruises and RSSC Senior Vice President International & Consumer Sales Steve Odell said the organisational restructure is designed to support the two brands’ ambitious growth strategies in Asia Pacific with James Sitter continuing as Director of Sales, Australia & New Zealand for Oceania Cruises.

Oceania Cruises and RSSC Senior Vice President International & Consumer Sales Steve Odell.
Oceania Cruises and RSSC Senior Vice President International & Consumer Sales Steve Odell.

“This strategic move reflects our strong commitment to Asia, enabling us to deliver tailored solutions and greater value while accelerating our growth across the region,” Odell said.

“By creating a dual-branded sales force in Asia under Lisa’s bold leadership, we will be better positioned to serve our trade partners and guests.”

Under the new sales structure, Pile will be supported by Singapore-based Seck, along with Hong Kong-based Holly Kong as Director of Sales North Asia for RSSC and Oceania and Tokyo-based Munetoshi Kurihara, General Manager Japan for RSSC and Oceania.

RSSC Vice President Sales & General Manager Asia Pacific and Oceania Cruises Vice President Sales Asia Lisa Pile.
RSSC Vice President Sales & General Manager Asia Pacific and Oceania Cruises Vice President Sales Asia Lisa Pile.

As RSSC Vice President Sales & General Manager Asia Pacific and Oceania Cruises Vice President Sales Asia, Pile said: “Asia Pacific is one of the fastest growing regions for luxury and ultra-luxury cruising with more affluent travellers who are eager to discover new destinations and exceptional experiences.”

“I’m excited to strengthen our already excellent relationships with local travel partners and drive growth for both brands.”

RSSC Oceania sales team
Regent and Oceania Cruises: General Manager Japan Munetoshi Kurihara, Director of Sales North Asia & Oceania Holly Kong and Director of Sales South-East Asia Constance Seck.

Bringing more than 20 years’ senior sales leadership experience in South-East Asia, Seck said: “I am delighted to be back and cannot wait to start raising the profile of Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises in South-East Asia – a dynamic and diverse region with great potential for luxury cruise.”

“I am especially looking forward to collaborating with our trade partners to grow the business and deliver exceptional experiences for our guests.”

Find out more at oceaniacruises.com and rssc.com