TORONTO — Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has appointed Katie Kania to Senior Director of Agency Sales, North America.

In her new role, Kania – who most recently served as NCL’s Director of Sales for Canada – will lead the company’s field-based sales organization, working closely with travel advisors and agency partners across North America. She will also develop and implement a strategic marketing plan that aligns with NCL’s growth strategy, reporting to John Chernesky, Senior Clive President of North America Sales.

“I am thrilled to step into this next chapter with NCL and look forward to building on our ‘Partners First’ commitment to being the easiest cruise line to do business with,” said Kania. “It’s an exciting time at NCL as we look ahead to the launch of Norwegian Aqua in spring 2025, Norwegian Luna in 2026, the pier at our private island in The Bahamas, Great Stirrup Cay, later year, and so much more.”

Chernesky added: “Since joining NCL in 2019, Katie has been an incredible asset to the sales team. With her deep knowledge of the product and her impressive strategic planning, I have full confidence that Katie will step into this role successfully and continue to expand the positive impact of our sales team across North America.”