American Cruise Lines Hires Seasoned Business Development Managers

WHY IT RATES: American Cruise Lines bolstered its sales team as it prepares for 2018.—Donald Wood, Breaking News Senior Writer.

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American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the U.S., announced Andy Magistrale, CTC and Cindy Christen, CTC have joined the company’s sales team as Business Development Managers for the Southeast and Northwest regions, as well as California and Arizona. American Cruise Lines has had record sales over the past year and is pleased to be increasing the size and depth of its Outside Sales Department with these two great hires.

“We are delighted to have Andy and Cindy on board,” said Susan Shultz-Gelino, Director of Sales. “In 2018, American Cruise Lines’ fleet has expanded to 10 ships. Both Andy and Cindy are seasoned pros who can help meet the demands of our growing company.”

Andy Magistrale, CTC has more than 30 years of experience in business management and Sales in the domestic and international travel industry. He has worked for several luxury cruise lines and has a proven track record of driving revenue growth and developing strategic marketing tools for travel agents across the country.

Cindy Christen, CTC also began her impressive career more than 30 years ago. She has extensive experience in business development for top luxury brands in both European and domestic river cruising. She has a record of motivating agents and implementing training plans which maximize sales results and raise brand awareness.

American Cruise Lines is thrilled to have these travel industry leaders available in the field to assist our travel agents with Cruise Nights, presentations, tradeshows, and group bookings. They will be expert in developing new sales strategies and cruise programs for our travel agent partners coast-to-coast.

SOURCE: American Cruise Lines press release.