Hornblower Group Names Former Celebrity CEO Lisa Lutoff-Perlo as Chairwoman

Hornblower Group has announced the appointment of Lisa Lutoff-Perlo as the chairwoman of the board, effective immediately. A leader in the global hospitality and cruise industries, Lutoff-Perlo will play a crucial role in guiding Hornblower’s strategic direction and fostering growth and innovation across the company’s diverse portfolio of businesses.

Lutoff-Perlo is currently the president and CEO of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee. She previously served as vice chairman, external affairs, for Royal Caribbean Group and as president and CEO of Celebrity Cruises, where she was the driving force behind redefining the cruise experience for the brand with her innovative approach to ship design and service.

“We are thrilled to welcome Lisa as our new Chairwoman,” said Mike Flaskey, CEO, Hornblower Group. “Over the past four decades, she has proven herself to be an impactful and visionary leader in the cruise industry. I look forward to working closely with Lisa to continue driving our company forward and ensuring we remain at the forefront of delivering world-class guest experiences.”

“I am truly honored to join Hornblower Group at this pivotal time in its journey,” Lutoff-Perlo said. “Hornblower has an extraordinary legacy of delivering exceptional experiences, and I am excited to work alongside the talented team to drive further innovation and growth. Together, we will build on the company’s strong foundation and explore new opportunities to enhance the Hornblower brand globally.”

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