Sani Resort and Ikos Resorts have appointed Jo Guest as business development manager.

Guest will join Lee Barker and Andrea Keeble in the luxury brands’ UK sales office and replaces Phil Shipman, who has joined Classic Collection and Classic Package Holidays.

Guest was previously head of cruise at Bordessa Holidays and will be responsible for developing relationships with UK agent partners and building on engagement with the Sani & Ikos Travel Group Portal.

Barker said: “Firstly, I would like to thank Phil for his hard work in the initial set up of the UK office. I am delighted to be able to announce that Jo will join us on June 28. Jo has a proven track record of strategically driving sales and engaging proactively in the UK market.

“We are excited to welcome her aboard at this critical stage in the development of our brands within the UK market and she will play a pivotal role in continuing to develop and grow our strong relationships with the trade.”

Guest added: “I am delighted to be working with Sani Resort & Ikos Resorts. They are brands that I have always had a passion for and offer something unique with their personalised service and range of facilities in resort and in the local areas.

“I am so proud to be representing everything they have to offer and look forward to being able to bring this to life and support our trade partners.”