Ellis, who has worked for eight years at MSC, will be based at the line’s Geneva headquarters. She will be responsible for leading global communications strategy, overseeing internal and external communications and managing corporate reputation.
‘I am proud to announce Lucy’s new appointment as it recognises the investment we make in our people to enable them to grow within our organisation,’ stated MSC Cruises CEO Gianni Onorato.
‘Lucy’s extensive experience, as well as her knowledge of the business and industry, made her the natural successor for this role. Together with the MSC family around the world, I want to thank Luca Biondolillo for his commitment and dedication over the last nine years and we wish him the very best with his new endeavours.’
More than 20 years’ strategic communications experience
Ellis is a seasoned international communications professional with more than 20 years of strategic communications experience. She previously held the role of SVP at Weber Shandwick and associate director at H&K Strategies, consulting for global organisations such as Unilever, Mondelez and Nestlé.
‘... MSC Cruises is an inspiring and very special business,’ she remarked. ‘We have a team of talented people and an exciting vision and I look forward to leading the work of our dynamic global communications department.’
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