Scenic bolsters UK trade team with two appointments

Scenic bolsters UK trade team with two appointments

Summary

  • Scenic Group has made two appointments to its UK trade team
  • Jo Reid has joined as a strategic account manager while Lydia Tempest-Mitchell is the line's newest trade support executive
  • The company said the appointments reinforce its commitment to supporting agent partners and driving growth across the UK market

Scenic Group has bolstered its UK trade team with two appointments

Jo Reid has joined the cruise line as a strategic account manager with a remit to support trade partners and grow Scenic's presence across the UK market.

Reid has more than 25 years' experience in the cruise industry, having held positions at Carnival UK, Seabourn, Iglu and, most recently, Celestyal.

Meanwhile, Lydia Tempest-Mitchell has joined Scenic as a trade support executive having recently completed a degree in international tourism and management at Manchester Metropolitan University.

Scenic Group said the appointments "reinforce the company's commitment to supporting travel agent partners and driving continued growth across the UK markets" in both Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises

Shane Lewis-Riley, director of sales and partnerships, said: "We are delighted to welcome Jo and Lydia to the Scenic Group UK trade team. Both bring unique strengths, valuable experience and a genuine passion for the travel industry that will be a tremendous asset to our business and our trade partners.

"Jo's extensive cruise industry expertise, commercial acumen and longstanding relationships across the trade are second to none, while Lydia brings fresh perspectives, enthusiasm and a strong foundation in tourism and customer engagement.

"These appointments reflect our ongoing commitment to investing in our people and ensuring our trade partners have access to the best possible support as we continue to grow our luxury cruise and touring brands."