The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has appointed Charles “Bud” Darr as its new president and CEO, February 3, 2025. Darr succeeds Kelly Craighead, who, earlier this year, announced her plans to
Bud Darr
The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has appointed Charles “Bud” Darr as its new president and CEO, February 3, 2025. Darr succeeds Kelly Craighead, who, earlier this year, announced her plans to leave the organization at year’s end.
Darr returns to CLIA, where he served as senior vice president of technical and regulatory affairs from 2010 to 2017. He joins CLIA from MSC Group where he served as executive vice president, maritime policy and government affairs for more than seven years.
A graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, N.Y., Darr is a former U.S.Coast Guard Deputy Chief of Maritime & International Law.
“Bud’s proven leadership and dedication to advancing the cruise industry’s policies and environmental leadership practices make him the ideal candidate to lead us into a new era of growth and innovation,” said Jason Liberty, chairman of the CLIA board. “His extensive background and understanding of the maritime industry will be invaluable
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