Kim Lucy
About Kim Lucy
Kim Lucy is the Director of National Accounts, Canada and Business Development, Western Canada at Viking Cruises, with over 20 years of experience in the travel and tourism industry.
Current Roles at Viking Cruises
Kim Lucy is currently employed at Viking Cruises, where she holds multiple roles including Director of National Accounts, Canada and Business Development, Western Canada. She is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Her responsibilities encompass overseeing national accounts across Canada and spearheading business development initiatives in the western region.
Prior Experience at Norwegian Cruise Line and Orient Lines
Kim Lucy spent six years at Norwegian Cruise Line and Orient Lines, serving as the Regional Director of Sales from 2002 to 2008. Her tenure at Norwegian Cruise Line also includes time as Regional Director of Sales from 2001 to 2008 and as District Sales Manager - Western Canada from 1988 to 2001. Additionally, she worked there for a total of 13 years in various capacities.
Career Highlights in Sales and Management
Kim Lucy's career showcases a series of pivotal roles in sales and management within the travel and tourism industry. She worked at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts as Director of Sales for two months in 2002, at Renaissance Cruises as District Sales Manager - Western Canada in 2001 for seven months, and at Nordic Tours in the same role from 1986 to 1988. At Princess Cruises, she served as Assistant Manager - Marine Operations from 1983 to 1985.
Educational Background from University of Ottawa
Kim Lucy holds two Bachelor of Arts degrees from the University of Ottawa. She studied Canadian History and Psychology from 1976 to 1980, and later, she pursued Education from 1981 to 1982. Her academic foundation has contributed to her versatility and effectiveness in her professional roles.
Expertise in the Travel and Tourism Industry
With over 20 years of experience in the travel and tourism industry, Kim Lucy specializes in team building, relationship selling, account management, public speaking, and developing training programs. She is recognized for her ability to pioneer new territories and products through strategic marketing plans. Her skills include organization, public speaking, customer service, and problem resolution.