(TAN): Longtime cruise industry executive Jack Anderson has taken the helm of Crystal as the company’s interim president and CEO. He takes over the position of former Crystal’s president and CEO, Tom Wolber, who recently stepped down after completing his three-year service contract with the company.
Anderson has overseen Crystal’s commercial efforts serving as advisor to Wolber following his previous executive positions as Crystal’s vice chairman and senior vice president of marketing and sales.
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“It is an honor to be entrusted with Crystal’s stewardship during this transitional time in our industry,” Anderson said. “It has been a pleasure to work alongside Tom, growing this brand I care so deeply about, and I wish him all the best in his personal endeavors.”
Prior to his roles with Crystal, Jack Anderson served as senior vice president of marketing and sales for Seabourn, Holland America and Windstar Cruises, and senior vice president of marketing for Carnival Corporation.
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“Jack’s history with Crystal runs deep; with nearly a decade of senior leadership and executive consultant roles at the company…he is uniquely suited to step into this role during this pivotal time in travel, ensuring a seamless transition,” says Tan Sri Lim Kok Thay, CEO and Chairman of Crystal’s parent company, Genting Hong Kong.
