Rinat Glinert

Rinat Glinert is a seasoned hospitality and travel entrepreneur with over two decades of senior leadership expertise in the travel and cruise sector. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science from the School of Hotel Administration at Cornell University, complemented by experience gathered through various roles at Royal Caribbean Cruises, prominently as Manager of Fleet Guest Services and Manager of Strategic Projects & Newbuilding. Rinat was pivotal in the newbuild design project team, contributing significantly to the construction and launch of pioneering vessels like the 'Oasis of the Seas.' With a passion for innovation, he founded ShoreFox, an independent ecommerce platform facilitating cruise travelers in booking exceptional experiences. Under his guidance, ShoreFox flourished into a successful enterprise, collaborating with 800+ operators across 220 destinations, catering to over 45,000 clients. Having transitioned to the role of Chief Operating Officer at Venture Ashore, Rinat continues to drive excellence in independent shore excursions, enriching the vacation experiences of cruise enthusiasts.