Flow-Rite, a leading manufacturer of injection-moulded fluid control products for a wide range of industries, has fortified its marketing efforts by filling two newly created positions. Justin McQueen joins the company as product marketing manager and Daniel Muschiana as graphic and web designer. Todd Hart, Flow-Rite president, made the announcement.
Bill Boughen, an early pioneer in the marine business started Niagara Marine in 1945 in St. Catharines, Ontario. By 1955, the business was flourishing, and Bill recruited his nephew, Don Lazareth from a very successful banking career to join the team.
It is with great sadness that we note the passing of John Weakley. He was active in sailing and racing circles for all his life. He served as Rear Commodore and Commodore of PCYC and was a valued member of the Board of Trustees and Fleet Committee. He sailed in everything from Wayfarers to 8 Meters.
McLaughlin, John Felix – June 1, 1941- February 3, 2022
Your Boat Club (YBC) announces that the company has named Monica Schaeberle Chief Financial Officer. As a result of the company’s recent partnership with Groupe Beneteau, an industry-leading international boat manufacturer, Schaeberle will focus on company performance, growth analysis and strategy…
Blue Guard Innovations (BGI), the industry leader and innovator of smart boat monitoring and control technology, recently announced that David Divjak joined the company as Product Manager. In this role, he will be responsible for existing and new product definitions and feature enhancements to our maritime IoT remote monitoring product line.
Outdoor Industry sales and operations professional Russ Ackerman, with 30 years management and sales success at the national, regional, and independent retailer levels, joins Can-Am as Sr. Account Manager.
Boating Ontario continues to deliver exceptional member value staying at the forefront of government issues, industry education and engagement while continuing to reimagine and evolve for every single member. At the core is the Boating Ontario team and on January 20, Rick Layzell, CEO announced an addition to the team!
The Limestone Boat Company – owner and builder of Aquasport Boats, Limestone® Boats and Boca Bay Boats – recently hired Keith McDevitt as the Director of Marketing.
TCS REPS (Thomas H. Connolly & Sons Inc) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin O’Brien to the position of President of TCS REPS. For over 30 yrs. Kevin has been an integral part of the firm. Kevin has shown trust and integrity in all of his interactions.
Flow-Rite, a leading manufacturer of injection-molded fluid control components for marine, RV and industrial use, has hired Alfred Estrada as its new VP of sales. Company president Todd Hart made the announcement.
On the morning of Tuesday, December 7, 2021 Helga (Momma) Baer joined her schatzel of 74 years (Horst Baer, predeceased 11/15/20) in eternity. Momma Baer’s advice, sympathy, kind heart and forthright manner will be missed.
Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) has announced the appointment of Jill Wrobel as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) effective December 8, 2021 and reporting to Chief Executive Officer Dave Foulkes.
Mike Burns, president of North South Nautical Group is pleased to announce the expansion of their yacht brokerage operations into Western Canada beginning with an office in Sooke, BC. Jacqueline (Jacquie) Iverson and Kevin Gamble, experienced boaters and Sooke residents will spearhead the operation.
The Royal Canadian Yacht Club announces the appointment of two new directors to the senior team – Colin Clark as Director of Fleet and Thomas Fogh as Director of Sailing.
Volvo Penta welcomes Tony Kelleher as a new member of the Volvo Penta Executive Group. As of December 1st, Tony has taken up the position of Acting President of Volvo Penta of the Americas, replacing Martin Bjuve.
MarineMax recently announced the appointment of Abbey Heimensen to the role of Vice President of Marketing, overseeing a robust and talented team that delivers marketing support for MarineMax’s national retail network of over 77 stores and diverse business units.
The industry is saddened to share the news of Ted DeWildt passing on Sunday, November 21st, with family at his side.
We are saddened to share the news of Sharon McPhail’s passing on Wednesday, November 10th, 2021 at the age of 79.
Bellingham Marine mourns the loss of Pete Gaasland, a marina industry pioneer and a member of Bellingham Marine’s founding family. Peter passed away on November 10th, 2021.