Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd will call on a pair of proven leaders to provide the blueprint for future success and continue driving the global cruise company.
Michael Bayley will take over as president and CEO of Royal Caribbean International, while Lisa Lutoff-Perlo will assume the title of president and CEO of Celebrity Cruises.
The two appointments, which are effectively immediately, were announced in a press release on Monday.
"This is a happy day for Michael and Lisa, and a proud day for all of us at the company. To recognize these two incredibly talented people with these vital leadership positions after years of dedication, effort and innovative thinking is gratifying for everyone here," said Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd chairman and CEO Richard D. Fain.
"I am impressed with the skills they have demonstrated over the course of their careers, and I am excited to see where they take these powerful brands next," Fain added.
Bayley, who previously served as president and CEO of Celebrity, began his journey to the top of the company as an assistant purser aboard the Nordic Prince. He now leads the world's largest cruise brand.
"Royal Caribbean International is a brand with an incredible history - and unlimited potential. The ships, personified in the new Quantum class, are some of the best and most innovative in the world. And the crews that service Royal Caribbean International guests have a track record of delighting guests from every culture around the world. I look forward to an exciting future as we raise our game to an even higher level of performance," said Bayley in a statement.
Meanwhile, Lutoff-Perlo's ascension kicked off in the company's New England sales office. Most recently, she served as the executive vice president of operations for Royal Caribbean.
"Celebrity Cruises has done a remarkable job differentiating itself in a crowded and competitive premium marketplace, and with its newly announced Edge class ships, the brand has the opportunity to push its leadership position even farther, said Lutoff-Perlo.
"I'm excited to tackle that challenge with a team of men and women I know well, including crews that consistently exceed our guests' highest expectations, she added.
With Fain and others atop the organization expressing confidence in both Bayley and Lutoff-Perlo, it's safe to say that expectations will be high for the two individuals and Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd moving forward.
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