Norwegian Cruise Line Promotes John Chernesky to Senior Vice President and Chief Sales Officer

Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, today announced the promotion of John Chernesky to Senior Vice President and Chief Sales Officer, overseeing global trade sales and consumer sales.

Key Announcement
- Promotion: John Chernesky has been promoted to Senior Vice President and Chief Sales Officer at Norwegian Cruise Line.
- Scope of Role: He will oversee global trade sales and consumer sales, uniting NCL’s worldwide sales organizations to streamline strategy and drive efficiency.

About John Chernesky
- Industry Experience: Over 30 years in the cruise industry, spanning sales, trade marketing, hotel operations, onboard revenue, business development, newbuild design, and passenger programs.
- NCL Tenure: Joined NCL in 2023 as Senior Vice President of North America Sales, where he positioned NCL as a partner of choice for travel advisors.
- Reputation: Known for championing travel partners and delivering solutions that boost sales and guest satisfaction.

Strategic Impact
- Travel Advisor Support: Reinforces NCL’s Partners First philosophy, which celebrates its 15-year anniversary in 2026. - Major Initiatives:
- Elimination of Non-Commissionable Fares (NCFs): Effective for bookings made after Dec. 26, 2025, for sailings starting May 1, 2026. This increases earning potential for travel partners.
- Return of Free at Sea Plus™ (Feb. 1, 2026): Includes unlimited Starbucks® beverages, streaming Wi-Fi, wine and Champagne, bottled water, discounted specialty dining, and open bar at Great Stirrup Cay. Importantly, this package is commissionable.

Leadership Perspective
- Marc Kazlauskas, President of NCL: Praised Chernesky’s role in positioning NCL as the partner of choice and emphasized that his expanded role will accelerate momentum.
- John Chernesky: Expressed excitement about aligning global sales efforts, supporting travel partners, and reinforcing NCL’s reputation as the “easiest cruise line to do business with”.

Supporting Team
Chernesky’s organization includes:
- Jason Krimmel: VP & Chief International Sales and Marketing Officer (outside U.S. & Canada).
- Michael Tomoleoni: VP & Chief Consumer Sales Officer.
- Domestic Trade Sales Leader: Yet to be appointed.

This promotion signals NCL’s commitment to strengthening global sales, deepening travel advisor partnerships, and enhancing guest experiences as the company expands capacity and focuses on its private destinations in the Bahamas and Belize.