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.
Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) has announced that Marty Bass has been named President of the Americas for its Advanced Systems Group. Bass will replace Tom Schuessler who will retire at the end of the year.
Yamaha Motor Canada is pleased to announce several new members have joined its sales and marketing team. As the new Manager of Field Sales and Market Development, Greg Edwards will lead the national field sales team to achieve corporate sales objectives and develop the optimal retail-focused dealer network for continued business growth in Canada.
Brunswick Corporation (NYSE:BC) announced on October 25th, that it has named Keith Yunger as president of its Sea Ray boat brand, effective immediately.
Andrews, Henry (Hank, C.J ) – It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Henry on October 1, 2021 at the age of 86. He is predeceased by his parents, Cornelius and Annie Andrews, brother’s George, John and Corny as well as sisters Ann and Kay.
After 40 years of proudly serving the boating community, Scott Smyth, founder and owner of The Chandlery in Ottawa, takes his retirement and hands the torch over to long-time employee Matthew Hobbs.
Ivan Cross of The Merifield Company is the 2021 recipient of the National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) Old Pro Award.
Marine industry veteran Larry Porche, who died suddenly this past June, is the 2021 recipient of the National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) Mel Barr Award.