JTA Travel Group has appointed Mark Schmitt to the newly created role of Head of Cruise.
He joins from SeaDream Yacht Club, where he was Sales Director for two years. He has also worked at AmaWaterways, Fred. Olsen Travel and Tradewind Voyages.
Mark will work closely with cruise and travel agent partners to further expand the company’s portfolio.
Mark said: “I’m delighted to be joining JTA Travel Group at such an exciting time.
“The company has an outstanding reputation for supporting agents and offering exceptional value across its brands. I’m looking forward to developing the cruise proposition further and working with our cruise partners to create even greater opportunities within the sector.”
JTA CEO Wayne Darrock said: “Cruise is one of the fastest-growing sectors within our business, and Mark’s appointment marks a significant step forward in our strategy to build a stronger, more dynamic cruise offering.
“His wealth of industry knowledge, leadership experience, and proven ability to deliver results make him a valuable addition to our senior management team. We’re excited about the expertise he brings and the new opportunities this will create for our trade partners.”
