Boating Insider

Today, we're joined by Captain Ed Palermo, manager and captain of a MKII 70E Marlow yacht. We talk about how he got started as a mate, working his way into the world of delivery & management before taking over as the full time captain of this boat.

Check out Ed on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capt_palermo/

Thanks to our sponsor, Vessel Vanguard: https://vesselvanguard.com

Chris and Lou dive into the world of yacht ownership, discussing things like maintenance costs, scheduling, insurance, and what you need to know before buying a yacht.

Lou is the head of sales at Exclusive Yachts, a members-only club delivering personalized yachting experiences worldwide at a fraction of the cost of ownership — and without the headaches of ad-hoc chartering.

Visit their website: https://exclusiveyachts.club/

Thanks to our sponsor, Vessel Vanguard: https://vesselvanguard.com/

Today, we’re joined by Tom McGowan, owner and president of Engineered Yacht Solutions. Tom started out sanding boats in Lauderdale Marine Center, working his way up to management before starting his own company.

Engineered Yacht Solutions focuses on welding, sheet metal fabrication, steel fabrication, machining, and marine plumbing. Throughout the years, these services have proven essential to boat owners looking to modify, extend, and repair their yachts.

Apply to work at EYS: https://eyswelding.com/careers

Connect with Tom on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-mcgowan-a2996013/

Thanks to our sponsor, Vessel Vanguard: http://vesselvanguard.com

Today, we’re joined by Captain Carrie Jenne, a U.S. Coast Guard approved instructor and a captain with over 20 years of experience. Carrie grew up in Thousand Islands, where as a kid she kayaked through the waterways of the Northeast.

She became a crew member on tour boats as a teenager, using her seatime to get her Captain’s license a few months after graduating college. Now, she shares her experience & educates newer crew members on maritime safety, security and the ‘Rules of the Road’.

Connect with Carrie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-jenne-aa36b3232/

Thanks to our sponsor, Vessel Vanguard: http://vesselvanguard.com

Today, we’re joined by Corey Ranslem, CEO of Dryad Global. Dryad Global provides real time risk information for both recreational and commercial vessel operators via their ARMS (automated risk management solution) software platform. This information helps commercial operators to stay aware of regional hazards and better plan their routes and operations.

Connect with Corey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-ranslem/

Check out Dryad Global’s website: https://www.dryadglobal.com/

Thanks to our sponsor, Vessel Vanguard: http://vesselvanguard.com

Today, we’re joined by Norma Trease, founder of Yacht Knowledge and a board member of the International Seakeepers Society. Norma talks about how she got involved in the maritime industry, the importance of learning hospitality skills early, as well as how she started The Crew Network, the first online crew placement agency.

Connect with Norma on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norma-trease-33901a14/

Thanks to our sponsor, Vessel Vanguard: http://vesselvanguard.com

Today, we're joined by Captain Bob Rando from Captiva Cruises. We talk about Bob's career as a captain, the importance of planning and scheduling boat maintenance, as well as the impact of Hurricane Ian on Southwest Florida.

Visit Captiva Cruises' website: https://captivacruises.com

Show them some love on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/captivacruises/

Thanks to our sponsor, Vessel Vanguard: http://vesselvanguard.com

Today, we're joined by Chris Wittman, co-founder of Captains for Clean Water. Chris is a USCG licensed master captain and for nearly 20 years has owned and operated Stillwater Charters fishing & hunting guide service. Having spent his life on the waters and in the woods of wild Florida, Chris had witnessed firsthand the destruction caused by the manipulation of the states natural water flow.

Captains for Clean Water is a nonprofit organization that fights to protect and restore our water resources.

Captains for Clean Water: https://captainsforcleanwater.org/

Connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-wittman-a4996288

Thanks to our sponsor, Vessel Vanguard: https://vesselvanguard.com/

Today, we’re joined by Tom Rooney, a tugboat captain at Boston Towing & Transportation with over 40 years of experience. We talk about what it takes to become a tugboat captain, as well as how tugboats & the towing industry have evolved over time. 

Tom is the founder & president of Maritime TOAR Assessments, providing mariners with USCG-approved, shore-side full bridge simulator training and assessments.

Visit Maritime TOAR Assessments’ Website: https://maritimetoarassessments.com/

Connect with Tom on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-rooney-62a42470/

Thanks to our sponsor, Vessel Vanguard: https://vesselvanguard.com

Today, we’re joined by Jared Hassut from YMS Yacht Management Services, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. We talk about how Jared got started cleaning yachts in Miami, before he used his network to get his first boat management contract, eventually scaling his management services into a business.

Check out YMS’ website: https://yachtmgtservices.com/

Show them some love on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yms_fl/

Thanks to our sponsor, Vessel Vanguard: https://vesselvanguard.com