Azamara, the boutique cruise line renowned for its Destination Immersion® experiences, proudly announces the addition of two seasoned professionals to its Australia and New Zealand sales team: Justin Southern and Fran Gildon. This strategic expansion follows the team’s
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recent accolades at the Azamara Global Sales Conference in Miami, where the Australia/New Zealand division was honoured as the Top International Sales Team.
Shannon Morgan was celebrated as Top International Salesperson, and Georgia Bell received recognition for Top International
Sales Support, underscoring the team’s exceptional performance and commitment to excellence.
Justin Southern, appointed as Business Development Manager for Australia, brings over 30 years of experience in the travel industry. His illustrious career includes roles with iconic brands such as BIG4 Holiday Parks Australia, Virgin Voyages, and Lindblad Expeditions/National Geographic. Justin’s deep-rooted passion for crafting unforgettable journeys aligns seamlessly with Azamara’s mission to deliver immersive travel experiences.
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Fran Gildon joins as Business Development Manager for New South Wales and New Zealand. With a proven track record at Collette and Uniworld River Cruises, Fran is renowned for driving growth, fostering robust industry relationships, and infusing energy and innovation into the trade. Her enthusiasm for immersive and unique travel experiences makes her a perfect fit for Azamara’s vision.
The local Australian call centre team of 10 continues to provide unwavering support to the trade, ensuring seamless collaboration and service excellence.
These appointments reflect Azamara’s commitment to strengthening its presence in the Australia and New Zealand markets, building upon its recent successes and fostering enduring partnerships within the travel industry.
Victoria Chigwidden, Azamara Director of Sales Australia/New Zealand notes “I am extremely proud of the Australian team’s achievements and thrilled to welcome Justin and Fran as we continue to add more support the for the trade.”
