Joel Katz

Joel Katz has 25 years of international experience in the cruise and hotel industries. In his role as Managing Director of CLIA Australasia, Joel heads the Sydney-based team responsible for the promotion and development of the cruise industry in the region through trade relations, industry training, and advocacy activities on behalf of the cruise line members.

Prior to joining CLIA in January 2016, Joel was executive vice president of Grand Circle Cruise Line in the United Kingdom from 2014 to 2016. Prior to his leadership role with Grand Circle, he spent 10 years with Orion Expeditions (acquired by Lindblad Expeditions in 2013) where he was chief operating officer. Joel earned his Bachelor’s of Business Science from the University of Cape Town and his post graduate diploma in Hotel & Catering Management from The Manchester Metropolitan University.