Swan Hellenic Names New Sales Director, East

Swan Hellenic has named Josie Bielmeier as sales director, east. In this role, she will be responsible for driving commercial growth and strengthening partnerships across a territory that covers 17 states.

She will focus on delivering tailored commercial strategies and driving growth across her extensive territory, reflecting Swan Hellenic’s commitment to providing unparalleled luxury travel experiences through expert leadership and dedicated service.

Bielmeier brings more than 20 years of experience in luxury travel sales and business development at brands such as Fouquet’s New York, The Estate Yountville, Canyon Ranch Wellness Resorts, White Elephant Resorts, and Tauck.

“We are thrilled to welcome Joann (Josie) Bielmeier to our North American Sales team. Josie brings a wealth of experience that will be invaluable in growing our trade partnerships across North America,” said Gordon Dirker, senior vice president, Americas, Swan Hellenic. “Her expertise will help us build on several record-breaking sales months and sustain that momentum… with Josie’s appointment, our North American Sales team is now complete, ready to help Travel Advisors across the region promote and sell our exceptional portfolio of Cultural Expeditions.”

Bielmeier’s territory includes Connecticut, D.C., Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont, and Virginia.

She will report to Lisette Martinez, senior director of trade & charter sales.