Royal Caribbean has announced the appointment of Gerard Nolan as Vice-President for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).
- Nolan succeeds Ben Bouldin, who is set to become President of Royal Caribbean International China in August.
- Having been a part of the Royal Caribbean Group since 2016, Nolan has previously held senior management roles, focusing on commercial strategy.
- In his new position, Nolan will oversee the daily operations and lead the sales, marketing, and commercial teams within the EMEA region.
- He expresses excitement about his new role and the opportunity to work with a talented team to further the brand’s success.
Royal Caribbean has named Gerard Nolan as its new Vice-President for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region. This change in leadership comes as Ben Bouldin transitions to his new role as President for Royal Caribbean International China in August, marking a significant shift in the company’s strategic leadership worldwide.
Nolan, who joined the Royal Caribbean Group in 2016, brings a wealth of experience from his time at Celebrity Cruises. He has held several senior leadership positions, focusing on driving the commercial strategy and overseeing operations within the EMEA region. His previous role as associate commercial vice-president was pivotal in enhancing the company’s strategic direction and sales performance across this diverse geographical area.
In his new capacity, Nolan will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations for Royal Caribbean International’s brand within the EMEA region. This includes leading the sales teams, marketing initiatives and commercial operations, aiming to bolster the brand’s presence and influence in these key markets. His appointment reflects Royal Caribbean’s commitment to strengthening its leadership in a rapidly evolving travel and tourism landscape.
Nolan has expressed his enthusiasm for this new challenge, stating, “I really can’t wait to start my new role at such an exciting time for Royal Caribbean.” He conveyed his eagerness to lead a skilled team and to continue supporting travel partners in driving the brand’s success across the region.
Gerard Nolan’s appointment is poised to enhance Royal Caribbean’s strategic operations across EMEA, marking a new era of leadership.
