Domes Resorts has appointed Stewart Plumridge as the business development manager for South UK and Ireland, reinforcing its trade strategy.
- Plumridge brings a decade of cruise industry experience, enhancing sales and service training, and fostering strategic partnerships.
- The appointment is part of Domes Resorts’ commitment to strengthen its market presence with a dedicated UK team of five.
- His role is pivotal as the brand prepares for upcoming fam trips and participation in the WTM London event.
- Maria Psarros and Zoe Holt were also named to key positions earlier this year, marking a strategic expansion.
Domes Resorts has strategically enhanced its trade team with the pivotal appointment of Stewart Plumridge as the Business Development Manager for Southern UK and Ireland. This move aligns with Domes Resorts’ objective to bolster its presence in these critical markets through effective leadership and strategic partnerships.
Plumridge, who commenced his role on 12th September, reports directly to Penny Naoum, the Senior Sales, Marketing and Development Manager. His career spans 10 years in the cruise industry where he developed substantial expertise in sales and service-focused training, particularly with prominent groups such as NCL, Celebrity Cruises, and MSC Cruises.
He remarked on the opportunity to integrate into a dynamic team, emphasising his enthusiasm for collaborating with established and new trade partners to enhance the brand’s stature in the luxury sector. “It’s a fantastic opportunity to return to a sales team within such a dynamic group and to collaborate with our valued trade partners,” Plumridge stated.
This significant appointment adds to the list of key hires earlier in the year, including Maria Psarros as Sales and Marketing Executive and Zoe Holt who is overseeing Northern UK and Ireland. This series of appointments evidences Domes Resorts’ dedication to solidifying its reach within the UK and Irish luxury markets.
Under the guidance of Naoum, the expanded team is set to coordinate with industry colleagues in preparation for renowned events such as fam trips in October and November and a feature presence at WTM London. Naoum highlighted Plumridge’s passion and extensive industry experience as assets that will drive the team’s objectives forward, noting his capacity to reinforce relationships with trade partners.
These strategic appointments underscore Domes Resorts’ commitment to strengthening its market influence and enhancing luxury service delivery.
