Founder of Quorning boats, Børge Quorning has passed away
Børge Quorning passed away on March 22, 2022 at the age of 90. Børge founded Quorning Boats together with his brother Bent in Skærbæk, Denmark.
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Boating Industry names 2022 40 Under 40
In its March/April issue which debuted last week, Boating Industry officially announced the 2022 40 Under 40 honorees.
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New President for Boating Atlantic
Boating Atlantic held their annual general meeting on March 2nd, 2022 and elected Eric Stanley of Iron Wind Marine as President.
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ePropulsion appoints chief financial officer
ePropulsion, a global leader and market challenger in marine electric propulsion systems and services, has announced the appointment of Judy Gong, who has joined the company as its Chief Financial Officer.
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Lippert Promotes Harcourt Schutz to Senior Director of Aftermarket Marine Sales
Lippert Components, Inc. (Lippert™), a supplier of a broad array of highly engineered components for the leading original equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”) in the recreation and transportation product markets, and the related aftermarkets of those industries, is pleased to announce the promotion of Harcourt Schutz to Senior Director of Aftermarket Marine Sales…
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Flow-Rite fortifies efforts with additional staff
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.
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Eight Bells – Don Lazareth
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.
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Eight Bells – John Weakley
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.
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Eight bells John McLaughlin
McLaughlin, John Felix – June 1, 1941- February 3, 2022
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Your Boat Club appoints Monica Schaeberle CFO
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…
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Blue Guard Innovations Appoints New Product Manager, David Divjak
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.
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Staff changes kick off 2022 at Can-Am Sales Group
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.
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Boating Ontario announces new Clean Marine and Special Projects Administrator Rick Legedza
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!
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The Limestone Boat Company hires Keith McDevitt as Director of Marketing
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.
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TCS REPS (Thomas H. Connolly & Sons Inc) announces new appointments
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.
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Alfred Estrada joins Flow-Rite as VP of Sales
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.
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The industry mourns the loss of Helga (Momma) Baer
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.
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Brunswick Corporation names Jill Wrobel Chief Human Resources Officer
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.
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North South Nautical Group expands into Western Canada
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.
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Royal Canadian Yacht Club announces new Director of Fleet and Sailing and new Director of Sailing
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.
