Maritime hospitality and transportation company Hornblower Group, Orlando, Fla., announced it has appointed Ed Quinn as president of ferry and concession, responsible for the group's Statue City Cruises, Alcatraz City Cruises, and Niagara City Cruises brands, as well as Hornblower's ferry and transport businesses.
Quinn brings over 20 years of executive leadership in transportation and manufacturing. He most recently served as president and CEO of R.J. Corman Railroad Group, Nicholasville, Ky. Previously, he was vice president at Big Ass Fans, Lexington, Ky. and held multiple leadership roles at R.J. Corman from 2004 to 2011, overseeing strategic contracts, emergency services, and logistics.
Quinn holds a degree in marine transportation from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and has served as a lieutenant in both the U.S. Naval Reserve and Merchant Marine Reserve.
"Ed brings an impressive background in transportation, operations, and commercial strategy, making him the ideal leader to take our Ferry and Concession division to the next level," said Mike Flaskey, CEO of Hornblower Group. "His proven track record in driving performance, managing complex operations, and leading strategic growth initiatives will be invaluable as we continue to evolve and enhance the experiences we offer our guests."
"I'm honored to join Hornblower Group at such an exciting time," said Quinn. "This company has an unmatched legacy in delivering world-class experiences on the water, and I look forward to working alongside the team to build on that legacy, driving innovation, strengthening our operations, and delivering extraordinary service to our guests and communities."
