By
Laura Hyde |
MedCruise has appointed Anne-Marie Spinosi as its new president, following the resignation of Theodora Riga, who has stepped down for personal reasons.
MedCruise expressed its sincere appreciation to Riga for her leadership, dedication and valuable contribution during her term. Riga will now take the role of honorary president.
“MedCruise has given me much to be proud of and even more to be grateful for,” said Riga, who became president in September 2024. “I leave the presidency with lasting friendships and wholehearted confidence in Anne-Marie as she leads our next chapter.”
Spinosi has been senior vice president of the association since 2024 and has served as cruise manager at the Chamber of Commerce of Corsica since 2009. Under Spinosi’s presidency, the association will continue to focus on strengthening its international partnerships, supporting its members in addressing evolving industry challenges, promoting sustainable cruise tourism and reinforcing dialogue between ports, cruise lines, destinations and local communities.
“First and foremost, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Theodora Riga for her outstanding leadership, dedication and unwavering commitment to MedCruise,” said Spinosi. “Her contribution to our association, both professionally and personally, has been invaluable. It is with a profound sense of honour, humility and responsibility that I take on the presidency of MedCruise. I am fully committed to building on the work accomplished together, ensuring continuity and further strengthening our association’s role as a leading voice for cruise ports and destinations.
“With the support of our board of directors, our dedicated secretariat and our members, we will continue to promote cooperation, innovation and sustainable growth, while preserving the spirit of unity and family that makes MedCruise so unique.”