Celestyal has hired Lisa McManus as its new regional partner manager for the Central Region of the US; realigned members of its sales team; and expanded the roles of Scott Moore and Elena Rodriguez, both now with the title of director of partnerships, North America.
“These structural and staffing enhancements demonstrate our ongoing investment in the North American market and commitment to providing unparalleled support and resources to our travel partners,” said John Diorio, managing director and vice president of business development for North America.
Moore and Rodriguez will each directly manage national accounts while also overseeing a team of regional partner managers, the company said in a press release.
Aligning these areas under these senior sales leaders will help Celestyal cultivate stronger strategic partnerships and provide high-level support to the regional managers in North America, the company added.
McManus joins in a new role dedicated to expanding North American sales support. She will ensure travel partners receive timely, proactive and dedicated assistance as the North American business continues to grow.
According to the press release, Moore joined Celestyal in 2024 after spending years in sales and development at several top travel companies, including American Queen Voyages, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises, and The Walt Disney Company. Before his new role, he focused on national accounts.
Rodriguez also joined Celestyal in 2024 after spending more than 20 years at Princess Cruises in sales. Before this new role, she oversaw the field teams at Celestyal, working with the BDMs as well as National Accounts.
McManus has more than 20 years of experience in the travel and hospitality industry. She began her career in the hotel industry, serving in leadership roles as both a director of sales and general manager before joining HelmsBriscoe as an account manager, where she specialized in hotel sourcing and meetings.
McManus later became a successful travel advisor and mentor. She then served as business development manager for the Israel Ministry of Tourism.
