The move is designed to strengthen support for travel advisors across all markets and capitalise on the increasing appetite for luxury and ultra-luxury cruising.
Effective immediately, Wesley D’Silva (main image) has been appointed President, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, reporting to Jason Montague, who continues to lead the long-term strategic direction for both Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
In further moves, Nathan Hickman (left) and Shawn Tubman have been appointed Chief Sales Officers for Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises respectively.
They will oversee global sales performance, travel advisor engagement and commercial development across all markets. Hickman will report to Mr Montague, with Tubman reporting to Mr D’Silva.
“This strengthened leadership structure positions us to accelerate our strategic plans to take both brands to new heights and support our travel advisor community with even greater focus,” said Mr Montague, Chief Luxury Officer for Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
“Travel advisors are integral to our success and these organisational changes reflect our unwavering commitment to creating even more opportunity within the luxury and ultra-luxury cruise segments.”
Additionally, Steve Odell, one of the company’s most respected and long-standing senior commercial leaders, will transition into an ambassador role supporting both Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
“Steve is a well-known, much-loved and highly accomplished sales professional in the luxury travel industry and we couldn’t be happier that he has agreed to continue his connection with our brands,” added Mr Montague.
