Princess Cruises has appointed Kirsty Bell-Jack as Sales Manager, Business Development for its UK team.
Kirsty will take up the trade-facing position on 21 September.
She joins from sister company, Cunard, where she is Regional Sales Manager for the South.
Her previous sales experience also includes P&O Cruises in the UK and Cunard in Australia.
Kirsty replaces Ellie Webb, who moved to Hurtigruten in March to the newly created role of Senior Sales Manager for UK & Emerging Markets.
In her new role, Kirsty will report to Princess Cruises UK Senior Sales Manager Sophia Lief, and will work with the business development team to strengthen relationships with travel agent partners and support the line’s sales priorities.
Princess Cruises UK, Ireland and EMEA Sales Director Yas Mckechnie said: “Kirsty is an outstanding addition to the team. Her broad experience across Carnival UK brands, strong trade relationships and clear commercial focus make her ideally placed to help advance our ambitious growth plans.
“Her commitment to championing travel agents will strengthen how we support our partners, create value for the trade and bring the Princess Cruises experience to even more guests.”
Kirsty added: “Princess Cruises has a powerful brand, a compelling guest experience and an exciting opportunity for continued growth.
“I have always valued the expertise and influence of travel agents, and I look forward to working closely with our partners to help them grow their businesses, inspire their customers and introduce more guests to everything Princess Cruises has to offer.”
