Lindblad Expeditions Names Natalya Leahy CEO, Rick Goldberg CFO
Lindblad Expeditions, a global leader in expedition cruises and travel experiences, has announced significant leadership changes as it prepares for its 46th year. Natalya Leahy has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 1, 2025, while Rick Goldberg will take on the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective December 31, 2024. These appointments mark a strategic move to drive the company’s growth in the experiential travel sector both at sea and on land.
Sven-Olof Lindblad, Founder and current CEO of Lindblad Expeditions, expressed his enthusiasm for the new appointments. “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,” Lindblad stated. He further added, “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.”
Natalya Leahy brings a wealth of experience to her new role. A native of Uzbekistan, 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 her tenure at Seabourn, Leahy held various leadership positions at Holland America Group, including Chief Operations Officer (COO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Her extensive background in the cruise and travel industry is complemented by her experience in leadership roles at major global organizations such as The Procter & Gamble Company, the United Nations, and The Coca-Cola Company. Leahy’s diverse experience and proven leadership skills are expected to drive Lindblad Expeditions forward, enhancing its offerings and expanding its reach in the competitive expedition cruise market.
Rick Goldberg, who will assume the role of CFO on December 31, 2024, currently serves as CFO of Founders Table Restaurant Group. In this position, 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. Prior to joining Founders Table, Goldberg held various leadership positions, including CFO at Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc., one of the largest providers of assisted tax preparation services in the United States. His strong financial acumen and experience in managing large-scale financial operations will be invaluable to Lindblad Expeditions as it continues to expand and innovate in the expedition travel space.
The appointment of Leahy and Goldberg comes at a time when Lindblad Expeditions is poised for significant growth and expansion. With the expedition cruise market experiencing robust demand and evolving traveler expectations, the company is well-positioned to enhance its offerings and explore new opportunities under the leadership of its new CEO and CFO. Leahy and Goldberg are expected to bring fresh perspectives and strategic insights that will help Lindblad Expeditions maintain its leadership position and deliver exceptional travel experiences to its global clientele.
As Lindblad Expeditions transitions to new leadership, the company remains committed to its mission of providing transformative travel experiences that connect guests with the natural world and diverse cultures. With the expertise and vision of Natalya Leahy and Rick Goldberg, Lindblad Expeditions is set to navigate the future of expedition cruising with confidence and innovation, ensuring continued success and growth in the years to come.
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