The ABYC Foundation has recognized Kevin McKiernan, a marine service technology teacher from North Providence High School (NPHS) in Rhode Island as the 2022 Educator of the Year. The annual award honors extraordinary marine service technology instructors teaching in a high school, post-secondary school, or within the industry.
Shurhold, a leading manufacturer of premium cleaning and maintenance products for marine, RV, automotive and aviation, has hired Forrest Ferrari as its chief operating officer (COO). Barry Berhoff, CEO, made the announcement.
CORK/ Sail Kingston Inc is a highly motivated organization with a challenging mission – to host high quality sailing regattas for all ages, including national, continental and world championships.
Dave Mayhew, President of The Boat Warehouse is pleased to announce that Andy Lindsay joined The Boat Warehouse in the position of General Manager on January 1st, 2023.
To better serve its growing OEM and end-user customer base, SmartPlug Systems, leading manufacturer of innovative safety-centric shore power delivery products for boats, RVs and specialty vehicles, has expanded its support roster. Evan Lewellen has been promoted to customer service and sales support.
Mike Burns, president of North South Nautical Group is pleased to announce that George Haykin has joined the brokerage team serving the Hamilton area.
New Team Members to Support Education, Membership, Marketing, and Finance Initiatives. The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has placed four newcomers, including renowned marine industry journalist Tim Murphy, in key positions at the organization.
Effective January 1, 2023, Jim Wielgosz has been named Interim Executive Director for NMMA Canada. Wielgosz will serve in the role as the association conducts an executive search to replace former president Sara Anghel, who departed NMMA Canada last month.
As part of the Let’s Go Beyond! plan and the structuring of the House of Brands, the Groupe Beneteau announces the appointments of Yann Masselot as Chief Brands and Communication Officer for the Boat division and Jean-François Lair as Director of BENETEAU brand.
We are saddened to share the news of Gerry Huck’s passing, peacefully with his family at his side on Sunday December 25, 2022 at the age of 84.
We are saddened to share the news of Leo Hintze’s sudden passing on Saturday December 17, 2022 at the age of 81.
C-Tow Marine Assistance Ltd., which has been serving and assisting recreational boaters across Canadian waterways for more than 35 years, has announced the appointment of Jill Noel to Manager of Operations, effective January 2, 2023.
Ernie Saxton has joined Hutchings Marine as their new Purchasing/Technical Support person effective immediately.
Indmar Marine Engines mourns the loss of its esteemed co-founder, Richard (Dick) Rowe, Sr, who passed away on November 22, 2022 at the age of 95 surrounded by his family.
Airmar Technology Corporation (Airmar) was saddened to announce on October 27th, that its Vice President, Peter Braffitt, died suddenly on October 25, 2022 at his home in South Carolina.
Crestliner Boats, a division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), has named Jason Oakes General Manager of Crestliner Boats. In his role, Oakes will be responsible for leading and expanding the Crestliner brand.
Can-Am Sales Group, LLC., is pleased to announce that outdoor industry professional Sophie Lelievre-Hughes has joined the Can-Am sales team as Territory Sales Manager.
Highfield Boats, manufacturer of the best-selling rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) in North America, announces the appointment of Chris Browne as Regional Sales Manager, Highfield Boats USA.
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has named Sarah Devlin as the new Accreditation Director to manage and promote the ABYC Foundation’s expanding Marine Trades Accreditation Program (MTAP)…
On October 23rd, Canadian Boat Shows announced two New Staff members join the Toronto Boat Show team.