VIVA Cruises has created two new business development roles.
Joseph Grimley will join on 11 May as Business Development Manager – North, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
He joins from Fred. Holidays, where he was Head of UK Sales for Pandaw, and has also worked at Riviera Travel, Scenic and Emerald Cruises and Page and Moy.
From 15 June, David Chidley will take up the role of Business Development Manager – South. David is also well known in the cruise industry and joins from Hurtigruten, where he was an Account Manager. He’s also worked at Fred. River cruises and Uniworld.
They will report to Country Manager UK and Ireland Michelle Daniels.
Michelle said: “I’m delighted to welcome both Joseph and David to the team. Their extensive knowledge and passion for the industry will play a key role as we continue to build the VIVA Cruises brand across the UK and Ireland, while strengthening relationships with both new and valued trade partners.
“Alongside Stephen Sands, who continues to support the business in Ireland, they form a highly experienced and dedicated UK and Ireland sales team focused on driving sustainable growth.”
VIVA Cruises co-founder and CEO Andrea Kruse said: “Strengthening our presence within the UK and Ireland travel trade is central to our growth strategy. Joseph and David are both highly regarded within the industry and bring a wealth of experience, insight and established relationships.
“Their appointments demonstrate our long‑term commitment to supporting our trade partners and investing in a knowledgeable, dedicated sales team that can work closely with agents across all key regions.”
