Oasis Names Ryan Ranahan Vice President, Cruise & Strategic Partnerships

Claudette Covey
by Claudette Covey
Last updated: 10:35 AM ET, Mon February 2, 2026

Oasis Travel Network (OTN) named industry veteran Ryan Ranahan as the new vice president, cruise & strategic partnerships, working closely with President & Chief Operating Officer Kiris Kiviranta and Executive Vice President of Operations Erwing Hernandez.

“Ryan’s industry insight, creativity and passion for cruise travel make him a strong addition to our leadership team,” said Lee Smolinski, Chairman and CEO of Oasis Travel Network.

“As we continue to expand our cruise platform and strengthen strategic partnerships, his leadership will play an important role in driving growth and delivering increased value to our advisors,” Smolinski added.

“This appointment reflects Oasis Travel Network’s continued commitment to innovation, disciplined strategic expansion, and delivering best-in-class support to its community of travel advisors,” OTN said.

“Throughout his career, Ryan has successfully launched innovative initiatives and fostered collaborative partnerships that drive advisor engagement and supplier success.”

Ranahan has a variety of positions within the travel industry, most recently with Travel Professionals International.


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