AmaWaterways Strengthens Executive Team with Two New Senior Vice Presidents

Angel Christopher Gomez and Sezin Aksoy Join Award-Winning River Cruise Line to Support Global Growth and Innovation

 

Calabasas, CA – July 2025 – AmaWaterways, the award-winning luxury river cruise line, is pleased to announce the appointment of two new senior executives to support the company’s continued global expansion and commitment to excellence. Angel Christopher Gomez has been named Senior Vice President, Global Consumer Sales and Service, and Sezin Aksoy has joined as Senior Vice President, Revenue Management, Insights and Analytics. Both leaders bring a wealth of experience and expertise that will help guide AmaWaterways into its next phase of growth.

 

“With the momentum we’re experiencing globally, it’s more important than ever that we continue to strengthen our leadership team with individuals who bring both deep expertise and alignment with our culture,” said Catherine Powell, CEO of AmaWaterways. “Angel and Sezin are passionate, purpose-driven leaders whose talents will help us elevate the guest experience and make more data-informed decisions that support our long-term vision.”

 

Gomez brings nearly two decades of leadership experience in the travel and hospitality industry, with a strong background in supporting both trade and consumer channels and building lasting relationships within the trade community. Most recently, he served as Associate Vice President at Celebrity Cruises within Royal Caribbean Group. Known for his collaborative leadership style, Angel has overseen global sales and service operations and led initiatives to strengthen guest engagement and team development. At AmaWaterways, he now oversees Global Consumer Sales, Service, and Reservations operations, collaborating with key departments to expand omnichannel capabilities and further elevate the guest and travel advisor experience.

 

“From the start, it was clear to me that AmaWaterways is a company with purpose, heart, and a deep commitment to its guests and travel partners,” said Gomez. “I’m honored to join Catherine and the exceptional team here to help elevate the guest and travel advisor experience, and I look forward to contributing to AmaWaterways’ next chapter.”

 

Aksoy joins AmaWaterways with over 20 years of leadership experience driving strategy, revenue optimization, and analytics across travel, sports, and entertainment industries. She most recently served as SVP of Global Data Strategy & Analytics at AXS, a global ticketing platform and AEG division, where she led cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven business growth. Her earlier roles include senior positions at Legendary Entertainment, the Cleveland Cavaliers, and American Airlines, where she started her career in Revenue Management and Corporate Sales. At AmaWaterways, Sezin will lead efforts to strengthen analytical capabilities, optimize revenue strategies, and support sustainable, strategic growth across the organization.

 

“I am thrilled to join AmaWaterways at such a pivotal time in its growth,” said Aksoy. “As the company expands, gaining deeper insights into both the business and our guests through data and analytics is more important than ever. I’m honored to be part of a team so dedicated to excellence, and I look forward to helping deliver even better experiences for our guests.”

 

For more information or to reserve an AmaWaterways river cruise and land package for a client, call 1.800.626.0126 or visit AmaWaterways.com.

 

About AmaWaterways

Founded in 2002 by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 31 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s major rivers, Southeast Asia’s Mekong River, Africa’s Chobe River, Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2025). The company was recently voted “Best River Cruise Line” by the world’s leading cruise-reviews site Cruise Critic and is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew, innovative and sustainable ship design, wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small-group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options) and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complementary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options. https://www.amawaterways.com