Source of comprehensive port, destination management consultancy
& philanthropic activities with a vision to deliver tangible, result-oriented,
customized solutions.
Cruise Port & Destination Management
Terminal Design, Planning & Flow. Ports & Destinations Marketing, Development and Experiences Designer
Affluential Ambassadorship
Representation and Introduction across the Globe of cruise brands. Launch, Position, Define, Create Demand for Revenue Impacting Strategies
European Commission Expert
Provide expertise in maritime, tourism and cruise industry fields to assist the Commission in policy-making, program implementation, and evaluation
Academic Activities
Courses, Trainings or Conferences on Logistic, Tourism, Operation and Management
Figen Ayan
Figen Ayan brings over 30 years of experience with a variety of large or boutique customers
Experience
Figen Ayan bringing innovative approaches to cruise port management, marketing, sales strategies, shaped by a deep understanding of diverse cultures and guided by direct engagement with cruise consumers
Excellence
Throughout her career, she has held pivotal executive roles in the travel industry; lately as the Chief Port Officer at Galataport Istanbul Figen Ayan brought her knowledge and sense of deep teamwork to plan for 10 years the very first in the world underground terminal building and unique hatch system to finally bring the port activity into life
Innovation
Figen Ayan strives to continue making meaningful contributions to the travel and cruise industry, via private or governmental companies, Kingdoms, countries and on a more private extend to the well-being of individuals
Management Experience
“You took on the role at the most difficult time in history for our industry, as we were heavily impacted by Covid-19. Despite the adversities we collectively faced, we have recovered stronger than ever. That is in no small part down to the leadership, support, and dedication of individuals like you.”
Pierfrancesco Vago
Executive Chairman, MSC
Management Experience
“Taking into consideration the challenges of the previous years, I feel proud of you for taking initiatives and managing to implement them thanks to your skills and your hard work.”
Margarita Foulidou
Operations Executive, Celestyal Cruises
Leadership Experience
“I have always admired your professionalism, and I have to say that you have fully expressed your talents of leader in your position of President of MedCruise.”
Hugues Lamy
Director Port Operations, Swan Hellenic Cruises
Management Experience
“Congratulations on a successful and fruitful term as President of MedCruise! You have accomplished so much and left big shoes to fill.”
Jeff Shieh
Manager, Seabourn
Management Experience
“Your ability to inspire and motivate others, coupled with your strategic thinking and innovative ideas, have been instrumental in driving MedCruise forward and achieving remarkable success.”
Spyros Almpertis
Vice President Port Ops, Crystal
Management Experience
“How you managed to design and carry forward such large projects while also handling such a complex site as Galataport is beyond me!”
Andrea Fiori
Director, Costa Cruises
Management Experience
“Your enthusiasm and knowledge of the industry has been a tremendous help to all of us and thank you for your dedication and willingness to listen and support!”
Laurie Clothier
Director, Wind Star Cruises
Management Experience
“Your dedication and passion for our industry have been evident throughout your tenure, and your contributions will leave a lasting impact.”
Marie Blitza
Director, Carnival Maritime
Management Experience
“Uniting cruise ports under one agenda, also expanded to provide answers to current challenges has been an amazing achievement.”
Nikos Mertzanidis
Director, CLIA
Management Experience
“Your support and contribution to the industry and the association has been very important. We want to thank you!”
Suprani Gianluca
Global Port Development, MSC
Management Experience
“Your support and contribution to the industry and the association has been very important. We want to thank you!”
Yann Couessurel
Director of Port Ops, PONANT
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