Ship2Shore Employ, a new recruitment and development company dedicated to connecting former cruise ship crew members with virtual and onshore employment opportunities in the cruise industry, announces its inaugural client: Starboard Cruise Services, an LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton company and the world’s leading retailer of vacations at sea. This partnership represents a significant step forward for Ship2Shore Employ, which aims to help transform the lives of former crew members.
The first available position with Starboard is a Traveling Visual Merchandiser. This role focuses on maximizing the presentation of merchandise in Starboard's onboard shops through enhanced visual merchandising. Former crew members can apply their experience and creativity to help deliver an exceptional shopping experience for cruise passengers.
Barbara Cobas, founder and CEO of Ship2Shore Employ, stated: “Starboard, our inaugural client, is an inspiring example of an industry leader, showcasing its progressive and compassionate approach to recruiting new talent.” Barbara added: “Lisa Bauer and her team are paving the way for diverse and innovative recruitment practices within our industry and highlighting the invaluable experience and knowledge of former crew members.”
Lisa Bauer, President and CEO of Starboard, said, “Our partnership with Ship2Shore Employ aligns perfectly with our purpose of curating a vibrant world for guests, cruise line partners, brand collaborators, and employees, and we are excited about the positive impact it will have on our company and the industry.” Lisa added, “We believe in the immense talent that resides in former crew members and can’t wait to welcome them to our global team.”
Through this new partnership, Starboard will have access to experienced and dedicated professionals who possess an understanding of the cruise industry, enabling immediate commercial impact and seamless integration into both land-based and virtual roles.
Ship2Shore Employ's approach recognizes the importance of enabling former crew members to leverage their unique skills and experience. By connecting these highly qualified individuals with cruise brands, Ship2Shore Employ allows them to continue making meaningful contributions to the industry they love, even from the comfort of their home countries.
Support for former crew members goes beyond recruitment, as Ship2Shore Employ offers career development services, helping people transition from onboard careers to shore-based careers.
These services include free weekly webinars exclusively for crew members, covering a range of topics focused on personal and professional growth, such as using LinkedIn, interview techniques, and career planning. By utilizing Ship2Shore Employ's comprehensive support system, former crew members can thrive in their careers long after their time at sea.
With over 80 years of combined experience in the cruise industry and staffing, the Ship2Shore Employ team ensures an exceptional match between former crew members and cruise industry partners.
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