Kamlani - back to PCH in a higher role Kamlani - back to PCH in a higher role

Kunal Kamlani, who had a stint as cfo for Prestige Cruise Holdings before going to Bank of America/Merrill Lynch, has returned to PCH as president and coo.

The move follows the recent promotion of Oceania Cruises’ co-founder and long-time president, Bob Binder, to vice chairman of PCH.

Kamlani, 38, assumes responsibility for the strategic marketing, sales, e-commerce, public relations, promotions and procurement for both Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruisess.

Oceania president Bruce Himelstein and Regent Mark Conroy, as well as Ben Wolber, vp fleet purchasing for PCH, will report to Kamlani.

He rejoins PCH after a short period with Bank of America/Merrill Lynch, as head of the multibillion-dollar Global Investment Solutions division with approximately 1,000 employees worldwide.

Prior to that, Kamlani was cfo for PCH in Miami from August 2009 to March 2010. Prior experience included serving as coo of Smith Barney and vp corporate development for Starwood Hotels & Resorts.

‘Kunal is a seasoned leader, with over 15 years in the financial services and hospitality industries. I have great confidence in his ability to execute as we position the company for the future,’ said PCH chairman and ceo Frank Del Rio.

When Kamlani stepped down last year, a company spokesman said Del Rio was ‘saddened to see him go,’ adding that he had brought ‘great insights to the team’ and ‘accomplished a tremendous amount with the financial integration of the brands.’

For his part, Kamlani today said PCH’s strategy ‘has never been more compelling,’ adding that he is ‘delighted to be a part of this exciting growth story.’


From- Sea Trade

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