Atlas Ocean Voyages Expands North America Sales Team to Enhance Service and Reach

WHY IT RATES: The luxury yacht expedition line is expanding its North American sales team to connect closer with travel advisors and other industry partners. — Lacey Pfalz, Associate Writer, TravelPulse

Atlas Ocean Voyages, the leader in yacht expedition cruising, is excited to announce the expansion of its North American sales team, reinforcing a commitment to travel advisors and partners across the continent.

Cathy Kusuma has been appointed Vice President of Sales and will spearhead the sales team in the field and Fort Lauderdale headquarters. Her mission is to support travel advisors and partners to grow their knowledge of Atlas's unique expeditions and boost sales.

The strategic expansion of the sales team aligns with Atlas Ocean Voyages' goal to establish a strong foundation for growth. With the introduction of new ships and destination expansion, this move aims to ensure that the company is well-prepared for continued success. Face-to-face presentations and nurturing relationships with travel advisors are highly valued, reflecting the company's focus on hyper-targeted approaches to engaging with the right agencies and advisors.

Cathy Kusuma has set clear objectives, emphasizing the need to increase awareness and visibility of Atlas Ocean Voyages. The newly expanded Key Account Partner Program will lead the team’s strategic initiatives for key partners. Additionally, the team will prioritize outreach programs to establish deeper connections with travel partners.

Cathy Kusuma, the Vice President of Sales for Atlas Ocean Voyages, North America. (Photo Credit: Atlas Ocean Voyages)

Key Hires and Promotions:

Nikki Shanley, appointed Senior Director of Sales, Northwest U.S. & Key Accounts, is based in northern California and focuses on key accounts in the western U.S. territory.  With extensive experience in National Accounts and strategic partnerships, Nikki's territory covers North California, Alaska, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and Western Canada.

Oya Bekisoglu assumes the role of Senior Director, South Central U.S. & Key Accounts and is based in Texas. Her territory encompasses Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana. Oya will also support several key accounts in the Central and Eastern regions. She returns to Atlas Ocean Voyages with 25+ years of industry experience, including a background in air.

Andres “Andy” Fuentes, the new Regional Sales Director, Southeastern U.S., will focus on states including Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Andy brings 18+ years of cruise industry expertise to his role, having worked with renowned cruise lines such as Crystal Cruises, Oceania Cruises, and Scenic Cruises USA. He is also a U.S. Marine Corps veteran.

These strategic additions and promotions in the North American sales team underscore Atlas Ocean Voyages' dedication to enhancing its services and furthering its reach within the travel advisor community. Future growth plans also include the expansion of Sales outreach globally, including Canada and the U.K.

For information and reservations, call a travel advisor or 1.844.44.ATLAS or visit www.AtlasOceanVoyages.com. You can also follow Atlas on Facebook and Instagram: www.facebook.com/AtlasOceanVoyages or www.instagram.com/AtlasOceanVoyages.

SOURCE: Atlas Ocean Voyages press release.

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