Laura Hodges Bethge is president of Celebrity Cruises, one of five cruise brands owned by global cruise company Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL).
She assumed the role on May 1, 2023, ascending from executive vice president of shared services operations, responsible for Royal Caribbean Group’s safety, security and environment, risk management and crew movement teams. Her portfolio also included the leadership of supply chain, travel services, port services, workplace solutions and real estate.
Prior to that, Hodges Bethge was senior vice president of product development for Royal Caribbean International and led the teams conceptualizing the largest global cruise line’s groundbreaking ships, private island destinations, and new experiences introduced throughout the award-winning fleet, including the first island in Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day Island Collection – Perfect Day at CocoCay. She also spearheaded the modernization of 10 ships in four years as part of the Royal Amplified program – an investment of more than $1 billion; and the design and construction of six new ships, including Spectrum of the Seas and Odyssey of the Seas.
Hodges Bethge’s long history with Royal Caribbean Group began in 2000 leading the fleet accessibility program for Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises, and she has since held several leadership roles within various areas of the business, including hotel and marine operations, sales, marketing, product innovation and investor relations. She was also based in Shanghai as vice president of market development where she oversaw commercial operations for this strategic market.
A Florida native, Hodges Bethge is active in her community and serves on the board of Easterseals, a nonprofit dedicated to enriching the lives of people and families with disabilities. She also supports efforts aiding the Police Officer Assistance Trust (POAT), a nonprofit organization that assists officers and their families in times of need.
Hodges Bethge holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology, and an MBA in international business and finance, from Florida International University.
She lives in Miami with her husband.
What is Laura H. Bethge's net worth?
The estimated net worth of Laura H. Bethge is at least $6.53 million as of August 29th, 2024. Ms. Bethge owns 27,388 shares of Royal Caribbean Cruises stock worth more than $6,530,121 as of December 21st. This net worth estimate does not reflect any other assets that Ms. Bethge may own. Additionally, Ms. Bethge receives an annual salary of $1,860,000.00 as Insider at Royal Caribbean Cruises. Learn More about Laura H. Bethge's net worth.
How old is Laura H. Bethge?
Ms. Bethge is currently 49 years old. There are 8 older executives and no younger executives at Royal Caribbean Cruises. The oldest executive at Royal Caribbean Cruises is Mr. Harri U. Kulovaara, Executive Vice President of Maritime & Newbuilding, who is 71 years old. Learn More on Laura H. Bethge's age.
What is Laura H. Bethge's salary?
As the Insider of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., Ms. Bethge earns $1,860,000.00 per year. There are 5 executives that earn more than Ms. Bethge. The highest earning executive at Royal Caribbean Cruises is Ms. Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, Vice Chairman of External Affairs, who commands a salary of $5,920,000.00 per year. Learn More on Laura H. Bethge's salary.
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Has Laura H. Bethge been buying or selling shares of Royal Caribbean Cruises?
Laura H. Bethge has not been actively trading shares of Royal Caribbean Cruises over the course of the past ninety days. Most recently, Laura H. Bethge sold 3,073 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Thursday, August 29th. The shares were sold at an average price of $168.71, for a transaction totalling $518,445.83. Following the completion of the sale, the insider now directly owns 27,388 shares of the company's stock, valued at $4,620,629.48. Learn More on Laura H. Bethge's trading history.
Who are Royal Caribbean Cruises' active insiders?
Royal Caribbean Cruises' insider roster includes Michael Bayley (CEO), Laura Bethge (Insider), Richard Fain (Director), Naftali Holtz (SVP), Harri Kulovaara (EVP), Jason Liberty (President, CEO & Director), Lisa Lutoff-Perlo (CEO), Maritza Montiel (Director), Henry Pujol (CAO), Vagn Sørensen (Director), Donald Thompson (Director), and Arne Wilhelmsen (Director). Learn More on Royal Caribbean Cruises' active insiders.
Are insiders buying or selling shares of Royal Caribbean Cruises?
During the last year, Royal Caribbean Cruises insiders bought shares 1 times. They purchased a total of 5,350 shares worth more than $749,000.00. During the last year, insiders at the sold shares 13 times. They sold a total of 577,842 shares worth more than $119,153,716.80. The most recent insider tranaction occured on November, 21st when Director Arne Alexander Wilhelmsen sold 139,353 shares worth more than $33,150,685.17. Insiders at Royal Caribbean Cruises own 8.0% of the company.
Learn More about insider trades at Royal Caribbean Cruises. Information on this page was last updated on 11/21/2024.
