Tim Burtch takes on central US sales for Atlas Ocean VoyagesTim Burtch takes on central US sales for Atlas Ocean Voyages

Based in metropolitan Detroit, he is responsible for supporting the sales and trade marketing efforts for a 14-state territory that includes Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas and Wisconsin.

More than 30 years' experience

Burtch brings more than 30 years of cruise industry sales experience, most recently as regional sales director for Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises. Before Scenic, he worked for Oceania Cruises, where he was salesperson of the year three times during his 16-year tenure.

Previously, Burtch was director of franchise development at Carlson Wagonlit. He began his cruise industry career at Norwegian Cruise Line, where he advanced from district sales manager to oversight of the Midwest and Pacific Northwest sales teams.

'He will hit the ground running'

'Tim knows luxury cruising and the expedition market. That means there is no learning curve, and he will hit the ground running generating brand awareness for our luxury yachting expeditions,' said Tanya Springer, VP sales, Atlas. 'Tim has earned the respect and admiration of travel advisors throughout his region. We are glad to have him on our team.'

'I know the gourmet cuisine and fine service that upper-premium and luxury ships offer. I also know the adventure of expedition cruising,' Burtch said. 'I look forward to showcasing how Atlas’ intimate yachting expeditions combine both.'