Ben Trodd Named CEO of Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings to Lead Four Seasons Yachts

Four Seasons and Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd., joint owners and operators of Four Seasons Yachts, have announced the appointment of Ben Trodd as Chief Executive Officer, effective from July 2025. With over 25 years of leadership within Four Seasons and global experience in luxury hospitality, Trodd steps into this pivotal role ahead of the highly anticipated 2026 debut of Four Seasons I.

Trodd’s impressive career spans senior roles including General Manager, Regional Vice President, and most recently, Senior Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing at Four Seasons. He also served as Chief Operating Officer at AMAN, further cementing his credentials as a strategic and operational leader in the ultra-luxury space.

"Four Seasons is a brand I know well, with a vision that I believe in deeply," says Trodd commenting on his appointment. "To bring the service excellence and genuine hospitality that Four Seasons has perfected on land, to the water, is an exceptional opportunity and a great honour. Our guests will know from the moment they step on board that they are in the hands of a team that understands service at the highest levels, and what it takes to create unbelievable travel moments. Every moment onboard will feel effortless, elevated, and unmistakably Four Seasons." 

Now based in Miami, Trodd will oversee all facets of the Four Seasons Yachts operation — from technical planning and deployment, to sales, marketing, and crew management. He will also work closely with design and construction partners Fincantieri and Tillberg Design of Sweden, ensuring the vision of elevated sea travel becomes reality.

Four Seasons I, the debut vessel, is set to redefine luxury at sea with 95 residential-style suites, a 1:1 guest-to-staff ratio, and curated itineraries across the Caribbean and Mediterranean. Guests will enjoy 11 distinct dining options, a transverse marina for exclusive marine experiences, a luxurious spa and wellness centre, and immersive cultural programming — all delivered with Four Seasons' signature service.

Trodd’s deep knowledge of the brand, from his early days at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane to helping shape the yacht division’s global launch strategy, positions him to seamlessly integrate land-based luxury with the world of yachting.

"The launch of Four Seasons Yachts represents a significant milestone in our company history as we continue to expand our experiential luxury ecosystem across our hotels, resorts, residences, Private Jet Experience, and now with Four Seasons Yachts," says Alejandro Reynal, President and CEO, Four Seasons. "Ben brings a rare combination of brand and luxury insight, operational rigour and leadership vision. He is the ideal steward for this exciting venture, and we are thrilled to welcome him back to the world of Four Seasons."  

"This is a pivotal moment for Four Seasons Yachts as we prepare to launch our first ship next year, and introduce an entirely new experience to the market," says Nadim Ashi, Founder and Co-Owner, Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd. "It is the ideal time to welcome a visionary, respected leader like Ben to take on the helm of Four Seasons Yachts. He understands what it takes to create a true Four Seasons experience, and I look forward to watching him do exactly that as we take to the seas." 

This leadership change signals a strong commitment to innovation and elegance as Four Seasons Yachts charts a new course in the world of high-end maritime experiences.