Sea Cloud Cruises has announced Kevin Smith as its president, Americas, to support its continued global growth strategy and expand its presence in the North American market.
In his new role, Smith will lead the company’s strategic growth initiatives, commercial operations and market development efforts across the region.
“Smith has been instrumental in strengthening Sea Cloud Cruises’ presence in North America, and his leadership, industry expertise and longstanding relationships throughout the travel community have been invaluable to our success,” said Ralph de Klijn, owner’s representative, Sea Cloud Cruises.
“His strategic vision and passion for the brand combined with an unwavering commitment to our travel advisor partners make him exceptionally well-positioned to lead our continued growth,” added de Klijn.
“We are confident that under Smith’s leadership, Sea Cloud Cruises will further strengthen its partnerships and build on the momentum we’ve achieved in North America.”
The company said in a statement that Smith is based in South Florida and joined Sea Cloud Cruises in mid-2023. He was tasked to grow the company in North America.
During that brief time, the Sea Cloud earned preferred-supplier status in elite consortia Signature Travel, Virtuoso and has been welcomed by advisors.
Before joining Sea Cloud Cruises in 2023 as vice president of sales, Smith served as vice president of sales for American Queen Voyages and held leadership roles with respected luxury cruise brands including AmaWaterways and Silversea Cruises.
