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Celestyal Cruises appoints APAC regional manager

Friday, 28 September 20183 min read

Celestyal Cruises has hired Stewart Williams as regional manager for Asia Pacific.

Williams brings more than two decades’ experience in organizational leadership across Asia Pacific and Australasia, the company said.

He is Sydney based and reports to Marios Polydorou, director, sales and travel services.

"The depth and breadth of his expertise, which encompasses multi-channel distribution development, brand building and leading effective teams, will make it possible for us to accelerate our business development efforts across this strategically important region," said Leslie Peden, chief commercial officer, Celestyal Cruises.

Williams will oversee the APAC business, by enhancing revenue and maximising business opportunities.

He will also be tasked with increasing awareness of the Celestyal Cruises brand across all distribution channels.

"Adding Stewart Williams to our senior commercial team demonstrates our commitment to the Australasian market. Stewart’s role is a core component of our global commercial strategy, which includes our expansion throughout the APAC region," said Celestyal CEO Chris Theophilides.