Orlando Ashford

Orlando Ashford is president of Holland America Line, a leader in the cruise industry. He has nearly 25 years of global experience in executive and talent management, organization development, change management and corporate human resources.

He is the author of “Talentism,” a book in which he examines how technology and human networks can bridge the skills gap in the workforce, improve business performance and benefit society at large.

Ashford has a master’s degree in industrial technology and a bachelor's degree in organizational leadership, both from Purdue University. He was named to the “Directorship 100” of the National Association of Corporate Directors in 2013 and 2014, and he is a Purdue University School of Technology Distinguished Alumnus.