Jan 14, 2025 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of former Correct Craft CEO and Wakeboarding Hall of Fame member, Walter N. Meloon (Walt) at the age of 87. The grandson of Correct Craft’s founder, Walt served in the family boat business for 52 years. Throughout his tenure, he was instrumental in Correct Craft’s innovation…
Dec 10, 2024 Murray McCullough has been named the new Executive Director of Ontario Sailing, effective January 6, 2025. Murray will replace Glenn Lethbridge, Ontario Sailing’s Executive Director for nearly 18 years, who will set sail for retirement in March of 2025. Murray will be responsible for providing strategic leadership for Ontario Sailing and ensuring…
Dec 10, 2024 Nicolo Genco passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 28,2024 at the age of 86 years old. Born on February 4, 1938. Nick lived a full and vibrant life from beginning to end and touched the lives of many people. In 1953 at the age of 15, his mother Michelina and…
Dec 10, 2024 Ed Botterell, born January 24, 1931, a Canadian sailing legend, passed December 2, 2024. First noted in 1947 when he represented the Royal St Lawrence Yacht Club for the right to represent Canada in the first post war Olympics in the single handed Firefly. Beaten, but just, by Bruce Kirby from Ottawa,…
Nov 26, 2024 Steve Harrison steps up to the new role of Global Product Manager at Highfield Boats as the company is set to significantly accelerate its future product development efforts. Steve, working closely with the existing Highfield team, will implement both structure and strategy to drive this ambitious initiative forward. Steve has over 25 years of marine…
Nov 5, 2024 Yamaha Motor Canada is excited to announce two new product line managers for WaterCraft and Outboard Motor as well as a new Marketing Associate for Marine products and special markets. With the addition of these newly established product line manager roles, Yamaha is demonstrating its commitment to strengthening our product offerings and ensuring sustained growth in…
Oct 22, 2024 Legend Boats is pleased to announce the appointment of Jesse Davis as Vice President of Duhamel and Dewar Inc., effective immediately. Jesse, formerly the Director of Sales and Marketing, steps into this role following nearly 20 years of dedicated service in a variety of capacities at Legend Boats. Reporting directly to the CEOs, Jesse will oversee…
Oct 8, 2024 Mathew brings a wealth of unique recreational and professional boating experience in both power boating and sailing. He found his love of being on the water while growing up in Australia, fishing, wakeboarding, and sailing with his family. At the age of 18, Mathew stepped aboard an exploratory yacht as a volunteer,…
Oct 8, 2024 Raymarine – global leader in high-performance marine electronics – recently announced Michelle Hildyard as the Vice President of Operations. With 19 years of experience in the marine industry, all within Raymarine and FLIR, Hildyard brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role. Her career progression within the company has spanned various critical positions,…
Sept 24, 2024 Serving as High Performance Director for six and a half years, Mike Milner was a significant contributor to the successes of the Canadian Sailing Team and his leadership supported the growth of Sail Canada’s Development Squad, the development of the Sail Canada Identified Athlete Program and investments in coach development. “On behalf…
Sandeep Sandhu enters the new role of Country Manager in Kongsberg Discovery for the US and Canada. Sept 24, 2024 Sandeep Sandhu has held the position as General Manager for Kongsberg Discovery Canada since August 2023. In his new role he will also oversee Kongsberg Discovery’s activities in the USA. Kongsberg Discovery develops technology to ensure sustainable management…
Sept 17, 2024 Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit has announced Bryan Seti is the new National Sales and Marketing Manager for G3® Boats. Seti will also continue his current role as General Manager of Yamaha’s WaterCraft Division. Within both positions, Seti will leverage 25 years of proven sales and marketing expertise to propel both the G3 and WaterCraft brands. “Bryan brings unique perspective to…
From Left: Ryan Albertson and Jeremy Buckley Sept 17, 2024 Dockmate, manufacturer of wireless remote-control systems for yachts, announced that it has expanded its sales team with the hire of two new Product Specialists – Ryan Albertson and Jeremy Buckley. With 25 years of experience in the boating industry, Albertson is a seasoned expert who has made waves…
Sept 10, 2024 Jeffrey Wisniewski, Owner and President of MTI Industries, manufacturer of marine gas fumes, fire and bilge alarms as well as RV carbon monoxide, propane and smoke detectors under the Safe T Alert™ brand, passed away August 10 after a long illness. Jeff began working for MTI in 1991. Over the years, Jeff…
Sept 10, 2024 Join Ontario Sailing to honour Glenn Lethbridge’s career in sailing, especially his 18 years of service at the helm of Ontario Sailing as Executive Director, as he starts to head into the bay towards the retirement dock. This is a great opportunity to connect with your sailing friends from across the province,…
Aug 27, 2024 We’re devastated to report that our co-founder Tommy Tognarelli lost his battle with cancer at the end of June, aged just 41. We’re all heartbroken. As one of the founders (alongside his twin brother Adi) Tommy was instrumental in shaping the company ever since we launched in 2013, with a mission to try and make booking a sailing holiday easy. His leadership…
Aug 20, 2024 British luxury motor yacht manufacturer Fairline Yachts has announced Bryan Jones as its new Head of Sales in the Americas, effective immediately. Following a decade as Global Marketing Manager at Sunseeker International, Bryan returns to Fairline where he previously spent 13 years in several senior sales and marketing roles globally, including responsibility for Australasia and the Americas. This move sees him return…
Aug 13, 2024 The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), North America’s technical trade event for the recreational marine industry, recently announced that after a thorough search, it has appointed Mary Velline to fill the position as show director. Velline brings her dynamic expertise to the marine industry, transitioning from a distinguished career in the…
July 30, 2024 Dave died suddenly while hiking at Killarney Provincial Park on Thursday July 25, 2024 at the age of 64. Dave was the beloved husband of Regina (nee Zuwa), loving father of Andrew (Amanda), Jennifer (Stephen Feeney), Matthew and Wendy (Aaron Vindua), cherished Papa of Caden, Conor, Lucy, Bryn, Lily and Finn, and dear brother…
July 16, 2024 Bennington, a leading manufacturer of pontoon boats, announced that it has appointed Dustin Bell as its new Inside Sales Manager. Leveraging his over 12 years of experience with the company, Bell will ensure Bennington dealers and customers receive the responsive, thorough and knowledgeable service that they deserve. A 12-year employee of Bennington, Bell began his career…