Adrienne is the Director of Planning and Programmes in the Carnival UK Newbuild & Hotel Refit team.  She was responsible for the business readiness delivery of Iona, Arvia and Queen Anne, working across a complex stakeholder landscape internally and externally.  One of the most interesting experiences in her role has been orchestrating final hotel operational readiness activities for Iona during the pandemic, which resulted in spending 6 weeks on board with only 100ish other people.

Adrienne is also responsible for hotel refit planning, working with the Carnival UK brands to define and shape refit objectives and requirements, and in collaboration with other parts of the business to assess and confirm affordability and priorities.  Before joining Carnival UK, Adrienne was a management consultant leading complex and large-scale programmes and projects facing significant challenges for a range of clients in the defence, finance, utilities and transport sectors. She was persuaded to leave a 22-year career with PA Consulting Group to take on new challenges at Carnival; from shaping programme delivery strategies, implementation planning through to defining business process and organisational outcomes.

Ben Wilson joined the New Building department of MSC Cruises in 2021 after a decade working in the design sector of the cruise industry.  Following the delivery of World Europa, Seascape and Euribia, as Head of Architecture his role is to develop and deliver exciting new cabins, suites, and public areas in the continuous evolution of the MSC Cruises contemporary brand.

Cruise writer Dave Monk, known as Shipmonk, has clocked up more than 100 voyages on 41 ocean, river and expedition lines, sailing on everything from four-person boats to the biggest passenger ships in the world. A journalist for 46 years, Dave started his career at 18 as a local newspaper reporter before moving to the national press, finally taking early retirement in 2016 from his role as deputy editor of Britain’s best-read daily, Metro. He was first introduced to cruising in 2004 and set up his blog, shipmonk.co.uk, in 2013. In the past eight years he has written extensively on the subject for outlets including The Daily Telegraph, Daily Mirror, Daily Express and World of Cruising and has been interviewed on TV and radio stations including the BBC World News Channel.

George Scammell is Director Interior Asset Management – Princess Cruises.

A global hospitality design leader, George has extensive experience in the hospitality, cruise, and leisure entertainment industry.  Leadership positions include VP of Global Design for Wyndham Worldwide, Principal for CORE architects, VP of Design for ForrestPerkins, and Design Management for Walt Disney World Resorts.  George earned his bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from Florida State University, is a licensed Interior Designer, and a Professional Member of both the American Society of Interior Designers, and the International Interior Design Association.

As VP of Creative Brand Integration, Newbuilds for NCLH, Janice collaborates closely with newbuild teams, interior designers, architects, and marketing teams across three distinguished brands: Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. In this role, she unifies the creative direction and guest experience across these brands, ensuring that each one maintains its unique identity while resonating with the overall brand ethos of NCLH.

With over 13 years of experience in luxury brand management and design, Janice has been instrumental in shaping the brand experience and creative vision for Regent Seven Seas Cruises. She has overseen the brand’s evolution, particularly through the successful launch of the last three Explorer-class vessels. This experience has deepened her expertise in aligning brand strategy with the sophisticated expectations of luxury travellers, ensuring that every touchpoint reflects the highest standards of elegance and exclusivity. Janice is committed to pushing the boundaries of vessel and interior design, continuously seeking innovative ways to enhance each brand’s experience and deliver unparalleled value and innovation.

Jessica is the Interior Design Manager for Windstar Cruises and oversee refurbishments, newbuilds, and interior upkeep. Her journey to Windstar brought her through a variety of dynamic design hubs—from Los Angeles to Nashville to Atlanta—where she specialized in crafting purposeful designs for hospitality, spa, and restaurant environments. Now based in Miami, overseeing the design of luxury yachts across our fleet, Jessica draws inspiration from the vibrant oceanfront and luxurious maritime culture. Beyond design, Jessica love exploring new restaurants, walking along the beach, and sipping iced coffee.

Kim Bjørge Hofslundsengen is the VP of Hotel Operations in Hurtigruten. He joined the company in 2016.

Hurtigruten has achieved notable success through a series of refurbishments over the years. The most recent project, focusing on MS Trollfjord, garnered acclaim, winning the prestigious Best Fine Dining (small ship) award from CSI. Additionally, MS Trollfjord received a commendation in the Condé Nast Travellers Gold List as one of ‘The Best Cruise Ships in the World.

Kim Bjørge Hofslundsengen served as the project manager for the operational aspects of the MS Trollfjord refurbishment. With a keen focus on efficiency and excellence, Kim ensured the operational success of the entire undertaking. “The most rewarding aspect of my role is witnessing guests genuinely adore the product, understanding the significant effort invested by the design team, suppliers, and the operational staff. I am passionate about working in this industry, driven by the opportunity to craft unforgettable memories.

My is the Director of Interior Design for HA Group and leads the design department overseeing three prominent cruise brands: Holland America Line, Princess Cruise Line and Seabourn. My’s design experience is diversified across Refurbishment and Newbuild.

As a globally recognized thought leader, My’s repertoire of achievements span both land and sea. She is known for her internationally acclaimed award-winning designs as well as being a public speaker on topics close to her heart such as Sustainability and Leadership.

On the topic of inspiration, My says, “inspiration to me is not a noun. It’s more of a mindset. I’m as inspired seeing the colors of leaves while walking in my neighborhood as I am looking at fashion in different cities that I visit around the world. The key is to always keep your eyes open and not have tunnel vision. That mindset assures you will always feel inspired”.

Sascha Lang is Vice President, Architectural & Design – New Build and Innovation, Royal Caribbean Group, and is assigned to the Royal Caribbean International brand. Sascha joined Royal Caribbean Group in September 2019.

He has over 25 years’ experience in hotel design management and has worked with leading hospitality groups in Europe, the Middle East, India, Africa and Asia-Pacific. Well-regarded by professional associates within the hospitality industry for his ability to creatively integrate the development of hotels and interior design concepts, Sascha has extensive experience in hotel and mixed-use development, acquisitions and due diligence, project development and management, concept development, interior design and technical services.

A Swiss national, Lang has a degree in architecture and studied building construction and structural engineering. He holds a degree in business administration as well as a diploma in hotel management from the Belvoirpark Hotel Management School in Zurich.

With over 25 years experience in the cruise and hospitality industry, Stefan Engl has held a variety of roles both onboard and ashore, working with operators such as Seabourn and Cunard. Since 2012, he has been working ashore focusing on operational leadership, and in 2020, he joined the renowned HX Hurtigruten Expeditions to spearhead innovation in product delivery and customer service, while optimising daily operations. A key focus of his work is defining the guest experience in the expedition cruise sector, ensuring it aligns with HX’s values and resonates with both guests and crew. He finds the most rewarding aspect of his role to be launching new products, which enhance the unique experiences HX offer, so they can be appreciated by all.