Cruise Industry Controller Rene Serphos Joins Atlas as Vice President of Finance

Atlas Ocean Voyages has named Rene Serphos as vice president of finance, planning and administration, it has been announced by James Rodriguez, the line’s president and CEO. In his new role, Serphos is responsible for all aspects of finance, IT and human resources for Atlas’ US headquarters. He also serves as a key liaison to Mystic Invest, the brand’s Portugal-based parent company, providing financial reporting and updates.

Serphos brings 18 years of cruise experience to his new position. Most recently, he was controller and vice president of accounting for Paradise Cruise Line Management, marketed as Margaritaville at Sea. Previous cruise posts include corporate hotel controller for Norwegian Cruise Line and Carnival Cruise Lines prior to that. Non-travel industry experience includes stints at Mid-Atlantic Realty, Assist-Card of Florida, National Linen Service, and Otto Senior, a food manufacturer. Serphos earned his bachelor’s in Business Administration from Florida State University. He and his family live in Greater Fort Lauderdale.

“Rene’s diverse finance background, complemented by his many years in the cruise sector will prove invaluable to supporting our profitability goals and objectives,” said Rodriguez. “We are glad to have him on our US-based senior management team.”

Atlas Ocean Voyages caters to people with a passion for exploring both iconic ports and off-the-beaten-path places. The stylish, yacht-style ships offer every five-star comfort, from an all-inclusive onboard experience and luxurious accommodations to in-depth excursions and customized private tours for a truly personalized voyage.

With only 100 accommodations, guests enjoy nearly a 1:1 guest-to-staff ratio and a special camaraderie and bond with their fellow explorers. This perfect balance lets discerning travelers immerse themselves in unique and awe-inspiring moments in remote and captivating places, from Antarctica to the Arctic, as well as to discover sought-after ports of call throughout Northern Europe, the Mediterranean and the Americas.

For information and reservations, call a travel advisor or 1.844.44.ATLAS or visit www.AtlasOceanVoyages.com. You can also follow Atlas on Facebook and Instagram: www.facebook.com/AtlasOceanVoyages or www.instagram.com/AtlasOceanVoyages.