Objective
To work with a top company helping market and broker larger, high-value yachts and services on a regional or international basis. Helping clients take the stress out of purchasing and ownership while incresasing company market share and client loyalty.
•Maximize owner/charter enjoyment and loyalty
•Retain vessel value retention
•Provide exemplary follow up and after-sale service
•Help others succeed and exceed expectations
Experience
•2007-Present. Charles Wayne Cox LDA #29, Legal Document Assistant, qualified paralegal. Relevant legal document, contracts, civil litigation experience.
•1998-Present. Coastal Bay Properties, Coastal bay finance. Licensed and bonded real estate broker. Owner/Broker relevant for transaction negotiation purposes
•1993-Present. Aeromarine International. Owner/Broker for large VIP yachts and jet aircraft.
•1991-1993. Castlemain, Inc., Ft. Lauderdale Florida. Large/mega yacht broker.
•1987-1989. Gilman Yachts, Palm Beach Florida. Started in sail boat department, advancing into the medium power yacht division manager with advertising and marketing responsibilities.
•1987-1989. Esterly Yacht Sales, San Diego, California. Initial yacht brokerage job after returning from the successful America’s Cup winning campaign in Australia.
•Other relevant work experience was gained during the 2 year campaign with the Stars and Strips America’s Cup winning team, which involved being Director of Waterfront Operations as a project manager, logistics and transportation manager as well as security duties and as a liaison between the project campaign and regional and international authorities and vendors.
Education
Certification
Current licenses and bonds: California. Licensed and bonded California Yacht and Ship Broker #B-02852-SM; Licensed and bonded California Real Estate Broker #01217620; Registered and bonded California Legal Document Assistant/and Business and California Professions Code §6450 qualified paralegal.
Previous licenses: Florida Yacht and Ship Broker; California Contractor’s License.
Skils
ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
•Effective administrator
•Skilled negotiator
•Attention to company objectives
•Years of marketing and advertising experience
•Extensive research experience
•Yacht management, repairs and maintenance
•Project management
•Business planning and feasibility studies experience
•Business development and promotion
•Crew management and administration
•Yacht administration, legal and accounting
•Charter operations, setup and management
•Budget adherence and constraints
•Legal – extensive contracts and compliance experience
•Advanced computer literacy including web development and SEO/Marketing
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
•Teamwork oriented
•Willingness to share experience, information and ideas with others
•Responsive to change
•Ability to work under pressure and multi-task
•Willing to take calculated risks
•Multicultural experience and respect for others
•Proponent of clear and honest communication
•I strongly believe in continuing education and skill development
•Work hard and smart
•Excellent communication and problem solving skills