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Oceania, Regent double down on Asia with unified sales force

Sep 30, 2025

Lisa Pile, vice president and general manager, Asia Pacific for Regent Seven Seas Cruises, has assumed additional responsibility for Oceania Cruises in Asia.

Leading cruise brands Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Oceania Cruises have announced an organisational restructure to support the two brands’ ambitious growth strategies in Asia Pacific under a unified leadership model.

Effective immediately, Lisa Pile, vice president and general manager, Asia Pacific for Regent Seven Seas Cruises, has assumed additional responsibility for Oceania Cruises in Asia. A veteran of the luxury travel sector since 2016, Pile brings extensive insight into Asia’s diverse luxury travel markets having lived and worked in Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Bangkok, and Singapore.

“This strategic move reflects our strong commitment to Asia, enabling us to deliver tailored solutions and greater value while accelerating our growth across the region,” said Steve Odell, senior vice president international and consumer sales, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. “By creating a dual-branded sales force in Asia under Lisa’s bold leadership, we will be better positioned to serve our trade partners and guests.”

“Asia Pacific is one of the fastest growing regions for luxury and ultra-luxury cruising, with more affluent travellers who are eager to discover new destinations and exceptional experiences,” said Pile. “I’m excited to strengthen our already excellent relationships with local travel partners and drive growth for both brands.”

Holly Kong, Constance Seck, and Toshi Kurihara

Supporting Pile are senior leaders with deep regional expertise:

Constance Seck, newly appointed director of sales, Southeast Asia for Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, returns to the company with over two decades of experience spanning luxury hotels, travel agencies, and consortia management in these markets.
Holly Kong, Hong Kong-based director of sales, North Asia for Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, expands her remit to include Oceania Cruises once again alongside her seven years of cruise sales experience.
Toshi Kurihara, general manager, Japan, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas, continues his leadership in the Japanese market from his Tokyo base since 2023.
In Australia and New Zealand, James Sitters remains director of sales for Oceania Cruises.