In line with the company’s overall strategy and recently announced new Target Operating Model, Joanna Edmunds has been appointed Managing Director for Kuoni UK. She will assume her responsibilities as of 2 November 2009. Due to these structural changes and the newly defined role – which includes enhanced focus on Sales and Marketing but excludes responsibilities for Production – Nick Hughes, Managing Director Kuoni UK, is leaving the company with immediate effect.
Nick Hughes has been with Kuoni for over two years. He has made a significant impact on the business during this time and has provided strong leadership and strategic focus during a difficult trading period.
Joanna Edmunds joined Kuoni as the Commercial Director in March 2008. In this role, she was responsible for Product, Pricing, Marketing and e-business and has played an integral part in the re-positioning and strategic focus of the Tour Operation in the UK.
Joanna Edmunds is a well-known and highly regarded member of the travel industry – with previous positions including Managing Director of Thomas Cook Signature. She has also held a number of other senior roles; including Managing Director of Magic Travel Group, Development Director for Thomson Holidays and an interim role as Head of Ancillaries at easyJet.
The Group Executive Board would like to express their sincere gratitude to Nick Hughes for his work, dedication and commitment to Kuoni and wishes him well in his future personal and professional endeavours. We also wish Joanna Edmunds success and satisfaction in her future efforts on behalf of Kuoni.