John Gunner

VP, Expansion Projects, Windstar Cruises at Xanterra Parks & Resorts

John Gunner’s career (and educational background) started in electrical engineering. He became a sea-going officer aboard P&O Princess Cruises, where he worked through various engineering department ranks culminating as Chief Electro Technical Officer. Then as Senior Project Manager for their New Build Group he designed and reviewed development of passenger vessels, including five mega-ships. He subsequently took the position of Senior Vice President of Technical Operations for Princess Cruises. Since 2016, he has served as a technical consultant for Windstar Cruises, helping oversee major vessel projects. His Vice President of Expansion Projects role is a new position at Windstar.