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Carnival promotes Justin French to VP, charters, meetings & incentives

Michael Pihach

08-25-2026 3:14 pm

Michael Pihach

Michael Pihach is an award-winning journalist with a keen interest in digital storytelling. In addition to PAX, Michael has also written for CBC Life, Ryerson University Magazine, IN Magazine, and DailyXtra.ca. Michael joins PAX after years of working at popular Canadian television shows, such as Steven and Chris, The Goods and The Marilyn Denis Show.

Carnival Cruise Line has promoted Canada’s Justin French to vice president of charters, meetings and incentives (CMI).

French has been in various trade-facing roles at Carnival since 2003. He most recently was regional vice president, international and Western U.S.

In his new role, French is responsible for the strategic leadership, commercial growth and operational oversight of Carnival’s charter, meetings and incentive group business.

His responsibilities include leading the development and execution of growth strategies, cultivating key industry partnerships and overseeing the delivery of charter and group programs.

From left (of Carnival): Justin French, vice president of charters, meetings and incentives; Sheila LeBlanc, regional VP, sales/ eastern region & Caribbean. (Pax Global Media/File photo)

The role will also see French focus on customer experiences, operational excellence and business performance as Carnival looks to strengthen its position in the group and charter market.

"I am honoured to lead Carnival Cruise Line's Charters, Meetings & Incentives Department at such a dynamic time for our business,” French told PAX in a statement on Tuesday (Aug. 25).

“Together, we will continue to deliver exceptional customer experiences, strengthen strategic partnerships, and drive sustainable growth while advancing Carnival's leadership in the group and charter market."

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