Who got a new gig this week? Check out this week’s travel industry’s Movers and Shakers!
1. CLIA’s Christine Duffy named Carnival Cruise Lines president
Christine Duffy.
Cruise industry giant Carnival Corporation announced Wednesday that it has chosen Christine Duffy, head of the Cruise Lines International Association, to lead the brand.
“She brings a wealth of experience to Carnival Cruise Lines that will help the cruise line continue to deliver unmatched vacation experiences to millions of guests each year.”
Duffy has spent the past four years steering the industry’s trade association on a more global path. CLIA has expanded its franchise to almost every region worldwide.
“Christine is one of the most respected and dynamic leaders in the travel industry.”
Arnold Donald, CEO Carnival Corp.
Prior to joining CLIA in 2010, Duffy held the position of president and CEO of Maritz Travel specilising in corporate meeting, incentive and event travel.
2. Appointment of non-executive director
Jane Mckellar.
Helloworld Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Jane McKellar as an independent Non-Executive Director effective immediately.
Ms McKellar joins HLO with extensive customer-focused, brand, marketing and digital experience across a number of high profile, global brands. She currently advises Boards and CEO’s on performance improvement and growth strategies.
“Jane’s international executive management background and strong consumer and digital experience across a range of businesses is well suited to Helloworld and its future strategic direction.”
“I am delighted to welcome Jane to the Helloworld Board and I am certain she will make a significant contribution to the future success of the Group.”
Brett Johnson, Chairman HLO
3. Burj Al Arab Jumeirah appoints new GM
Anthony McHale.
Jumeirah Group has appointed Anthony McHale as General Manager of Burj Al Arab Jumeirah.
Anthony McHale takes up the role as of 11th January 2015, joining Jumeirah Group after more than five years as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park in London.
“Our guests expect the highest level of luxury hospitality and Tony has the experience that promises to guide our hotel and its 1,500 colleagues to continued success.”
“We are delighted that Tony is joining Burj Al Arab Jumeirah as it celebrates its fifteenth year of operation.”
Nicholas Clayton, CEO of Group Operations at Jumeirah Group
“As Dubai continues to grow as an internationally recognised destination for both leisure and business travel, Burj Al Arab Jumeirah stands as a beacon of luxury and a symbol of the city’s successful growth. We look forward to Tony helping us take the hotel to new levels of excellence, as Dubai builds momentum towards EXPO 2020,” he added.
4. Accor appoints Kerry Healy as VP sales for asia pacific region
Kerry Healy.
Accor has appointed Ms. Kerry Healy as the Vice President Sales for the Asia Pacific region. Bringing a wealth of sales experience to the team, she will spearhead the strategic sales activity for Accor Asia Pacific region.
Based in Singapore, Ms Healy will work closely with the sales offices across the region to support, define and develop the client strategy.
“I am looking forward to the challenge that the new position offers and the larger scope of responsibility.”
Kerry Healy
The region is a very dynamic one and with the aggressive development plans of our region our relationships with our key and strategic partners is paramount. As VP Sales, I look forward to continuing the excellent work that has been done in developing our strategic relationships and growing our performance across the region.”
5. Leo Frankel as Director of Business Development
Leo Frankel.
Conrad Centennial Singapore is pleased to announce the appointment of Leo Frankel as Director of Business Development. He replaces Theresa Choo, Director of Sales and Marketing who has retired from her position after 18 years of service with at the Hotel.
In his role, Leo will oversee the entire Business Development department which includes Sales, Marketing Communications, Reservations, and Revenue Management, with a focus increasing market share and enhancing client engagement to drive revenue, in line with organisational goals.
“Leo brings to our team a sharp sense of sales acumen honed through successful tenures in Hilton properties worldwide.”
Mark Meaney, GM Conrad Centennial Singapore
6. Appointment of Non Executive Director
Gráinne Troute.
The board of thl (tourism holdings limited) announced the appointment of Gráinne Troute to the board as a non executive director commencing February 1st 2015 yesterday.
As mentioned at the Annual Meeting on the 26th November with the retirement of Graeme Bowker in February 2015 the board has been conducting a search for a suitable board member.
“Gráinne will without a doubt add value to thl.“
Rob Campbell, Chairman
Gráinne’s background includes Managing Director and executive roles across a broad range of industries including her current role as General Manager Corporate Services at SKYCITY and previously as Managing Director of McDonald’s Restaurants (New Zealand) Limited as well as governance roles within the charitable trust sector.
Under the NZX listing rules Gráinne is an independent director.