Marshall started her career with Sandals in 1995, initially joining as sales manager before working her way up to head of sales.

She was instrumental in the launch of Unique Caribbean Holidays, Sandals’ dedicated UK tour operator.

Under her watch, Sandals’ agency sales team has grown to three permanent staff, supported by eight business development managers and a wedding brand manager.

Karl Thompson, Sandals’ managing director, said: “Leah is integral to the running of our UK operation and she really is Sandals through-and-through.

“She is one of the most dedicated people that I have ever had the pleasure of working with and this passion clearly shows through in her results.

“Under her direction, trade sales have increased consistently every year including a 20% rise since the launch of Unique Caribbean Holidays, of which she played a huge part in.

“This promotion recognises everything that Leah and her team have done for our business.”