Uniworld Picks Rinaldi
Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection has appointed Carlo Rinaldi as district sales manager for Eastern Canada effective immediately.
Rinaldi comes to his new role with over 15 years of experience in the Canadian hospitality and travel industry, most recently at Porter Airlines as one of the founding members of its sales team.
“We are very excited to have Carlo join our North American sales team,” says Michelle Palma, vice-president, field sales of North America for Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection.
Palma continued: “Carlo brings a wealth of expertise in sales and new business development to this role. His ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with our agency partners will allow Uniworld to build our market share in Eastern Canada in 2019 and beyond.”
Kristian Anderson, senior vice-president of Global Sales for Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection added: “Carlo has the passion, drive and commitment that we need to grow our business with our agency partners.”
Rinaldi’s knowledge of the trade business, which includes direct experience in business development, sales strategy, and account management with brands such as Starwood, IHG and Delta Hotels, will allow Uniworld to strengthen its presence in Eastern Canada.
Rinaldi has also been an active member and volunteer with several professional associations, including ACTE, GBTA, and SKAL International and dedicates his personal time on various committees for several not-for-profit organizations such as The Fondations Jean Lapointe, Charles Bruneau, and Montreal Inc.
He can be reached directly at [email protected], (818) 382-2718 at the office or via his mobile on (514) 743-6001.
