LINDBLAD EXPEDITIONS HOLDINGS, INC. APPOINTS NATALYA LEAHY AS CEO, RICK GOLDBERG AS CFO
Lindblad Expeditions (NASDAQ: LIND) announced two key executive appointments: Natalya Leahy will become CEO effective January 1, 2025, and Rick Goldberg will assume the CFO position effective December 31, 2024. Leahy, former President of Seabourn, brings extensive experience in luxury cruise operations and global leadership roles at companies including Holland America Group, Procter & Gamble, and The Coca-Cola Company. Goldberg joins from Founders Table Restaurant Group, where he served as CFO.
Current Founder and CEO Sven-Olof Lindblad will transition to Co-Chair of the Board, while current Chairman Mark Ein will become Board Co-Chair and Lead Independent Director. Interim CFO Dyson Dryden will retain his position as Board Director.
Lindblad Expeditions (NASDAQ: LIND) ha annunciato due importanti nomine esecutive: Natalya Leahy sarà CEO a partire dal 1 gennaio 2025, e Rick Goldberg assumerà il ruolo di CFO a partire dal 31 dicembre 2024. Leahy, ex Presidente di Seabourn, porta con sé un'ampia esperienza nelle operazioni di crociere di lusso e in ruoli di leadership globale in aziende come Holland America Group, Procter & Gamble e The Coca-Cola Company. Goldberg arriva da Founders Table Restaurant Group, dove ha ricoperto il ruolo di CFO.
L'attuale Fondatore e CEO Sven-Olof Lindblad passerà a Co-Presidente del Consiglio, mentre l'attuale Presidente Mark Ein diventerà Co-Presidente e Direttore Indipendente Principale del Consiglio. Il CFO ad interim Dyson Dryden manterrà la sua posizione di Direttore del Consiglio.
Lindblad Expeditions (NASDAQ: LIND) anunció dos nombramientos clave: Natalya Leahy se convertirá en CEO a partir del 1 de enero de 2025, y Rick Goldberg asumirá el cargo de CFO a partir del 31 de diciembre de 2024. Leahy, ex presidenta de Seabourn, aporta una amplia experiencia en operaciones de cruceros de lujo y en roles de liderazgo global en empresas como Holland America Group, Procter & Gamble y The Coca-Cola Company. Goldberg se une desde Founders Table Restaurant Group, donde se desempeñó como CFO.
El actual fundador y CEO Sven-Olof Lindblad pasará a ser Co-Presidente del Consejo, mientras que el actual presidente Mark Ein se convertirá en Co-Presidente y Director Independiente Principal del Consejo. El CFO interino Dyson Dryden mantendrá su posición como Director del Consejo.
린드블라드 익스페디션즈 (NASDAQ: LIND)가 두 가지 주요 임원 임명을 발표했습니다: 나탈리아 리히가 2025년 1월 1일부터 CEO가 되고, 릭 골드버그가 2024년 12월 31일부터 CFO 직위를 맡게 됩니다. 리히는 전 세보른 사장으로서, 홀랜드 아메리카 그룹, 프록터 앤 갬블, 코카콜라 컴퍼니 등 여러 회사에서 럭셔리 크루즈 운영 및 글로벌 리더십 역할에서 쌓은 폭넓은 경험을 가지고 있습니다. 골드버그는 파운더스 테이블 레스토랑 그룹에서 CFO로 근무한 바 있습니다.
현재 창립자이자 CEO인 스벤-올로프 린드블라드는 이사회 공동 의장으로 전환될 것이며, 현재 의장인 마크 아인도 이사회 공동 의장 및 수석 독립 이사로 맡게 됩니다. 임시 CFO 다이슨 드라이든은 이사회 이사로서의 직위를 유지할 것입니다.
Lindblad Expeditions (NASDAQ: LIND) a annoncé deux nominations exécutives clés : Natalya Leahy deviendra PDG à compter du 1er janvier 2025, et Rick Goldberg assumera la fonction de directeur financier à compter du 31 décembre 2024. Leahy, ancienne présidente de Seabourn, apporte une vaste expérience dans l'exploitation de croisières de luxe et dans des rôles de leadership mondial au sein d'entreprises telles qu'Holland America Group, Procter & Gamble et The Coca-Cola Company. Goldberg rejoint Founders Table Restaurant Group, où il a exercé la fonction de directeur financier.
Le fondateur et PDG actuel, Sven-Olof Lindblad, deviendra co-président du conseil d'administration, tandis que l'actuel président, Mark Ein, deviendra co-président et directeur indépendant principal. Le CFO par intérim, Dyson Dryden, conservera son poste de membre du conseil d'administration.
Lindblad Expeditions (NASDAQ: LIND) hat zwei wichtige Führungsernennungen bekannt gegeben: Natalya Leahy wird ab dem 1. Januar 2025 CEO und Rick Goldberg wird ab dem 31. Dezember 2024 die Position des CFO übernehmen. Leahy, ehemalige Präsidentin von Seabourn, bringt umfassende Erfahrung in der Luxus-Kreuzfahrtbranche und in globalen Führungsrollen in Unternehmen wie Holland America Group, Procter & Gamble und The Coca-Cola Company mit. Goldberg kommt von der Founders Table Restaurant Group, wo er als CFO tätig war.
Der derzeitige Gründer und CEO Sven-Olof Lindblad wird zum Co-Vorsitzenden des Vorstands wechseln, während der amtierende Vorsitzende Mark Ein Co-Vorsitzender des Vorstands und Hauptunabhängiger Direktoren wird. Der interims CFO Dyson Dryden wird seine Position als Vorstandsmitglied behalten.
- Appointment of experienced cruise industry executive Natalya Leahy as CEO, bringing expertise from Seabourn and Holland America Group
- Smooth leadership transition with founder remaining involved as Co-Chair
- Addition of Rick Goldberg as CFO, bringing financial leadership experience from high-growth companies
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Founder and CEO Sven-Olof Lindblad to Become Co-Chair of Board and Interim CFO Dyson Dryden to Retain Board Director Position
"As Lindblad Expeditions moves into its 46th year, I am delighted and confident that the leadership of Natalya Leahy as CEO and Rick Goldberg as CFO will represent an energized, talented and experienced partnership, leading the Company into our next phase of growth in the experiential travel space both at sea and on land," said Sven-Olof Lindblad, Founder and current CEO of Lindblad Expeditions and a member of the Board. "I look very much forward to, along with my fellow Board members, supporting Natalya and Rick to maintain and strengthen our position as the leaders in this rapidly growing sector of the travel industry and creating meaningful value for all of our stakeholders."
Ms. Leahy most recently served as President of Seabourn, where she was responsible for all aspects of the luxury cruise line's business and operations, leading a global team of more than 4,000 shoreside and seagoing employees. Prior to taking on the role of President, Ms. Leahy spent several years serving in various leadership positions at Holland America Group, including Chief Operations Officer (COO) and CFO, respectively. Throughout her career, Ms. Leahy served in various leadership roles for global organizations, such as The Procter & Gamble Company, United Nations, and The Coca-Cola Company.
Mr. Goldberg currently serves as CFO of Founders Table Restaurant Group, where he has led all aspects of the high-growth, fast-casual restaurant company's finance, real estate and development, franchising, and customer insights, since 2021. Previously, Mr. Goldberg also held various leadership positions, including CFO, at Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc., one of the largest providers of assisted tax preparation services in
"We are excited to welcome two exceptional leaders whose experience, drive, skill sets, and values perfectly align with our vision and mission," said Mark D. Ein, current Chairman of the Board. "Natalya's extensive background in senior leadership across global travel and iconic brand-focused companies, combined with Rick's broad experience as a senior finance leader, will bring invaluable perspectives to our team. Their proven success and dedication to excellence will be instrumental in driving operational and financial performance, achieving our ambitious growth objectives, and delivering lasting value to our stakeholders."
"I'm excited and humbled by the opportunity to lead such a purpose-driven organization like Lindblad Expeditions, the pioneer of modern expedition cruising and the undisputed expert in adventure travel," said Ms. Leahy. "Nearly 50 years ago, Lindblad Expeditions created the expedition travel category, serving as a beacon of authentic, immersive, and responsible exploration. I wholeheartedly believe in the transformative power of travel, and Lindblad Expeditions is uniquely creating life-changing experiences for sophisticated travelers eager to explore the Earth's most extraordinary places in extreme comfort. I'm honored to join the talented team here and build on Sven's legacy as we embrace the exciting opportunities ahead."
"I am thrilled to be joining Lindblad Expeditions as the new CFO and to be a part of such a revered Company with a deep heritage," said Mr. Goldberg. "With a strong financial foundation and impressive growth trajectory ahead, I look forward to delivering long-term value for our shareholders while creating exceptional guest experiences together with Lindblad Expeditions' talented leadership team."
Ms. Leahy succeeds Lindblad Expeditions' Founder, Mr. Lindblad, who will become Founder and Co-Chair of the Board. Mr. Ein will become Board Co-Chair as well as Lead Independent Director. Rick Goldberg succeeds L. Dyson Dryden, who has served as interim CFO since June 2024, and continues his long-standing position as a Board Director.
To learn more about Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc., its growing portfolio of brands, and the Company's commitment to responsible exploration, visit investors.expeditions.com.
About Natalya Leahy:
Natalya Leahy is the former President of Seabourn, an ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel operator. In this role, Ms. Leahy was responsible for all aspects of the award-winning cruise line's global business and operations. Prior to taking on the role of President, Ms. Leahy served as both COO and CFO for Holland America Group—former division of Carnival Corporation uniting four brands and land operations. Before joining Holland America Group, Ms. Leahy spent 10 years in multiple leadership roles at The Procter & Gamble Company, as well as positions in Finance and Operations at the United Nations, The Coca-Cola Company, and Le Meriden Uzbekistan.
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About Rick Goldberg:
Rick Goldberg has served as CFO at Founders Table Restaurant Group since October 2021. Prior to this, Mr. Goldberg worked at Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc., where he grew through various leadership positions, including CFO, Senior Vice President of Finance & Strategy, Vice President & CFO of the Corporate Retail Division, and more. Mr. Goldberg also co-founded and served as the COO of City Wine Tours.
About Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc.:
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIND; the "Company") is a leader in global expedition travel, offering immersive, educational journeys that span all seven continents through its six pioneering brands. Driven by a passion for the planet and the belief that there is always more to be discovered, the Company leads travelers to the farthest reaches of the world with an expansive portfolio of ship- and land-based expeditions. In collaboration with National Geographic, Lindblad Expeditions operates and sells the National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions co-brand, which offers ship-based voyages that allow guests to explore remote destinations alongside scientists and naturalists, and with state-of-the-art exploration tools. In addition to its renowned modern expedition cruises, the Company's award-winning land-based brands—Natural Habitat Adventures, Off the Beaten Path, DuVine Cycling + Adventure Co., Classic Journeys, and Wineland-Thomson Adventures—provide extraordinary wildlife, cultural, and adventure-focused experiences. Together, these brands connect travelers with some of the planet's most inspiring natural and cultural landscapes, fostering a deep appreciation for the world.
To learn more about Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc., its growing portfolio of brands, and the Company's commitment to responsible exploration, visit investors.expeditions.com.
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