9: Lou Clark from Exclusive Yachts
Chris and Lou dive into the world of yacht ownership, discussing things like maintenance costs, scheduling, insurance, and what you need to know before buying a yacht. Lou is the head of sales at Exclusive Yachts, a members-only club delivering personalized yachting experiences worldwide at a fraction of the cost of ownership — and without […]
8: Tom McGowan from Engineered Yacht Solutions
Today, we’re joined by Tom McGowan, owner and president of Engineered Yacht Solutions. Tom started out sanding boats in Lauderdale Marine Center, working his way up to management before starting his own company. Engineered Yacht Solutions focuses on welding, sheet metal fabrication, steel fabrication, machining, and marine plumbing. Throughout the years, these services have proven […]
7: Captain Carrie Jenne
Today, we’re joined by Captain Carrie Jenne, a U.S. Coast Guard approved instructor and a captain with over 20 years of experience. Carrie grew up in Thousand Islands, where as a kid she kayaked through the waterways of the Northeast. She became a crew member on tour boats as a teenager, using her seatime to […]
6: Corey Ranslem from Dryad Global
Today, we’re joined by Corey Ranslem, CEO of Dryad Global. Dryad Global provides real time risk information for both recreational and commercial vessel operators via their ARMS (automated risk management solution) software platform. This information helps commercial operators to stay aware of regional hazards and better plan their routes and operations. Connect with Corey on […]
5: Norma Trease from Yacht Knowledge
Today, we’re joined by Norma Trease, founder of Yacht Knowledge and a board member of the International Seakeepers Society. Norma talks about how she got involved in the maritime industry, the importance of learning hospitality skills early, as well as how she started The Crew Network, the first online crew placement agency. Connect with Norma […]
4: Captain Bob Rando from Captiva Cruises
Today, we’re joined by Captain Bob Rando from Captiva Cruises. We talk about Bob’s career as a captain, the importance of planning and scheduling boat maintenance, as well as the impact of Hurricane Ian on Southwest Florida. Visit Captiva Cruises’ website: https://captivacruises.com Show them some love on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/captivacruises/ Thanks to our sponsor, Vessel Vanguard: […]
3: Jared Hassut from YMS Yacht Management Services
Today, we’re joined by Jared Hassut from YMS Yacht Management Services, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. We talk about how Jared got started cleaning yachts in Miami, before he used his network to get his first boat management contract, eventually scaling his management services into a business. Check out YMS’ website: https://yachtmgtservices.com/ Show them some […]
2: Fernando Diaz from Nordhavn
Today, we’re joined by Fernando Diaz from Nordhavn, one of the biggest trawler manufacturers in the world. He talks about some of the biggest mistakes he sees first time boat owners making, how Nordhavn helps new boat owners learn their boat’s systems, as well as the importance of meeting with an insurance agent before buying […]
1: Wendy Clark from Sunburst Yacht Charters
Chris and Wendy dive into the importance of mentorship in the maritime industry, what yacht owners are looking for from captains, as well as the value of having a software to track maintenance and invoices. Visit Sunburst Yacht Charters’ Website: https://sunburstyachtcharters.com Connect with Wendy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-clark-b16012110/ Thanks to our sponsor, Vessel Vanguard: https://vesselvanguard.com
