Star Clippers opens a new chapter in its development with the arrival of Leo Chang to the position of Chief Executive Officer.
The new leader succeeds Eric Krafft in the company’s operational functions, while the latter retains a role as executive chairman and shareholder.
With more than thirty years of leadership experience in senior roles, Leo Chang will be tasked with piloting the operations, growth, and international development of Star Clippers.
Before joining the company, he held the role of Director of Development at Lindblad Expeditions, after having held executive positions at Frontida BioPharm and Jefferies.
The new leader succeeds Eric Krafft in the company’s operational functions, while the latter retains a role as executive chairman and shareholder.
With more than thirty years of leadership experience in senior roles, Leo Chang will be tasked with piloting the operations, growth, and international development of Star Clippers.
Before joining the company, he held the role of Director of Development at Lindblad Expeditions, after having held executive positions at Frontida BioPharm and Jefferies.
A leadership transition at the helm of the company
« Leo fully shares our vision of an authentic journey. His deep knowledge of the market for small-ship cruises, his expertise in strategic development, and his management approach make him the ideal leader to guide Star Clippers through this new phase, » declares Eric Krafft, owner and executive chairman of Star Clippers.
Founded in 1989 by Mikael Krafft, Star Clippers currently operates three sailing vessels: the Star Flyer, the Star Clipper, and the Royal Clipper.
« My priority will be to continue the international development of the company, enrich the experience offered to guests, and keep evolving the offering while remaining faithful to the timeless spirit of sailing that defines Star Clippers’ identity », affirms Leo Chang.
Founded in 1989 by Mikael Krafft, Star Clippers currently operates three sailing vessels: the Star Flyer, the Star Clipper, and the Royal Clipper.
« My priority will be to continue the international development of the company, enrich the experience offered to guests, and keep evolving the offering while remaining faithful to the timeless spirit of sailing that defines Star Clippers’ identity », affirms Leo Chang.
