Wes's link didn't work for me -- does this one work? Editing to add, this link seems to work. Also adding -- this doesn't sound good to me -- I think they've already tried to make Regent too much like Oceana. One more thing to give me pause...


http://www.marketwatch.com/story/ma...with-prestige-cruise-holdings-2012-10-02

Thanks Peggy, left out some letters when cutting/pasting. Strongly concur does not sound good to us either--also giving us pause. Firmly, believe the generic press MC stepping down (exact wording in linked release) release is patterned after many top industry execs (CEO's or Presidents) are nudged aside. Don't believe for a nanosecond this is a move up for MC.

Sad Face, Ida and I are sorry to see Mark step down.

He is not really stepping down from Regent he is moving up in reality. He will be involved in BOTH cruise lines now. He has been President for SO long I am sure he is delighted to take on new responsibilities.

Dear Travel Partners,

The last few years have been nothing short of spectacular for Regent Seven Seas Cruises (RSSC). Despite a difficult economic environment, we have sailed virtually full for the past two years while achieving the highest yields in the industry. These results are a testament to the strength of our mutual partnerships and the powerful value proposition of providing the Most Inclusive Luxury Cruise Experience in the world.

RSSC has come a long way since we launched the Radisson Diamond in 1992. Since then, we have built the best management and sales and marketing teams in the industry. We have also retained the best Officers and Crew at sea who deliver the luxury cruise experience that your clients have come to expect from us 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year.

Recently, Frank, Kunal and I sat down to discuss how we could leverage the talent within the organization for the benefit of our two brands; RSSC and Oceania Cruises. At that time, I also expressed my desire to be instrumental in shaping larger strategic initiatives while cutting back on the day-to-day responsibilities of running an international cruise line and the extensive travel that comes with the job.

Therefore at the end of January next year, I will step down as President of RSSC and become an Executive Advisor to both Frank and Kunal on a series of corporate-wide business strategies across both brands. Please click here to read today's announcement. While RSSC will always be a part of who I am, this is the right time for me personally to take a broader role in this exciting industry.

Our partnership with you and the commitment to our guests have always come first. I have worked side by side with Kunal and, in fact, many of you already know him. As Kunal assumes the President role at RSSC, you should have full confidence as I do that our commitment to you and your clients is our top priority.

Furthermore, I'm pleased to announce that Randall Soy, a 22-year veteran at RSSC and our longest-tenured employee, will be promoted to Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing at the end of January. Frank, Kunal and I are confident that Randall's successful track record at RSSC over the last two decades combined with his leadership skills makes him the ideal candidate to support your sales and marketing efforts as we continue to grow our respective businesses together.

Although I will be stepping back from the day-to-day business, please be assured that the legacy of excellence that has been the hallmark of RSSC will continue. I hope that we can count on your support and trust that you will continue to bestow upon us the privilege of delivering to your clients the Most Inclusive Luxury Cruise Experience in the world.

Kind regards,

Mark S. Conroy
President
Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Congrats to Mark, it sounds like a very interesting new position!

There is a picture of the new president in this article.

Oh no! Who I am going to send my "special requests" to now!!

I'm happy for Mark, but we will miss him. I always sent my requests directly to him and he assured they were fulfilled. I think I still have Steph's email somewhere - hopefully his position has not changed...

Congrats to Mark.

He will be truly missed. By his letter I am sure he will enjoy his new position.

Rod

I am sad too that we won't be seeing very much of him in the future He has always been so visible and helpful Will he be at Hee Haw do you think? Has anyone met Kunai?

He will definitely be at HEE HAW and I think actually be very visible publicly probably more than before. He is the BEST at socializing and being in the public eye. They wont stop him doing what he does best. Without the day to day operations he may be able to represent RSSC more in the future in that role.

I "know absolutely" nothing so do not read anything into this comment but I hope that this move will also free him up to work on a new ship. He is a master in the art of negotiation and ship building (if a new Regent ship ever comes to the shipyards)

We all get tired of the same thing and a new set of duties can be very welcome. I am looking at this as a positive thing for Mark and do not feel like he is leaving they all office in the same set of offices.

Also Randall Soy has been promoted and may take on new duties as the new Executive Vice President of Sales that possibly fell under Mark’s umbrella. He is a SUPER guy you just have not had the opportunity to know him. He has had an impact on decisions in the past and will in the future. In fact I met him on a ship MANY years ago and he is the one who first suggested I get in the cruise business.

The "new" Regent President has been in totally involved in the Regent product. Working on both Oceania and Regent at the highest level I believe (but not sure) over Mark as Regent President and the Oceania President.

Now that's an endorsement if I ever heard one. That man Mr. Soy knew a good thing when he saw Ngaire!

Indeed he did!

I'm sure sorry to hear this...he's such a good guy and Tom & I wish him well !! He'll be missed on the ships.