Vice-president of trade relations for American Cruise Lines Susan Shultz-Gelino has retired after more than 20 years with the company.
During her tenure, Shultz-Gelino established and led the line’s sales department to “record numbers”, developed “strong trade partnerships industry wide”, and created a growing team of business development manager, American Cruise Lines said.
“Susan has been an extraordinary business partner and remains a dear friend,” said President and chief executive Charles Robertson.
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“Her retirement comes at a poignant moment in our company’s history.
“When Susan joined American Cruise Lines we had one small ship named American Eagle. She concludes her career more than 20 ships later with the introduction of the newest American Eagle.”
Former regional director of sales for Red Carnation Hotels Melissa Young has joined American Cruise Lines as director of business development.
She has been tasked with overseeing the line’s business development managers and driving sales.
Robertson said: “We are excited to see Susan pass the baton to Melissa and look forward to building on the strong foundation Susan set.”
Young added: “I am dedicated to growing sales with travel advisors, fortifying our trade partnerships and cultivating exciting new collaborations.”