"I am thrilled”: Katie Kania named sr. dir. of agency sales, North America at NCL

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has promoted Katie Kania to senior director of agency sales for North America.

This role was previously held by Derek Lloyd, who was recently promoted to vice president of strategic and national accounts.

The update also comes shortly after Brennan Quesnele was named senior vice president of sales at NCL’s sister brand, Oceania Cruises.

Kania will lead NCL’s field-based sales organization, working closely with travel advisors and agency partners across North America, according to a notice that was sent to the trade on Tuesday (Feb. 25).

"Since joining NCL in 2019, Katie has been an incredible asset to the organization. With her deep knowledge of the product and her impressive strategic planning, I have full confidence that Katie will step into this role successfully and continue to expand the positive impact of our sales team across North America,” said John Chernesky, SVP of North America sales at NCL, in a statement.

With more than 10 years of travel industry expertise, and most recently serving as director of sales for Canada at NCL, Kania will continue fostering the relationships within the travel partner community.  

"I am thrilled to step into this next chapter with NCL, and look forward to building on our Partners First commitment to being the easiest cruise line to work with," said Kania. "It's an exciting time at NCL as we look ahead to the launch of Norwegian Aqua, Norwegian Luna, the new pier at Great Stirrup Cay, and so much more!" 

In addition to leading her new team of sales directors and business development managers throughout North America, and working closely with travel partners, Kania will also be developing and implementing a strategic marketing plan to align with NCL’s growth strategy, reporting to Chernesky.

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