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We hired Mike to assist in selling our 1988 Catalina 36 foot sailboat. He had it listed and sold within 3 weeks! It was the easiest process I could have imagined. He took care of everything and walked us through all the steps. We would highly recommend Mike and Dorgan Yachts to anyone looking to sell their boat! We plan on going through him when we purchase our next sea lady!! Thank you so much Mike!

I met Mike Dorgan when we flew to San Diego to look at several boats. I have been looking at boats for over ten years, and have recently purchased my first sailboat with his help. Mike would be the only boat broker I will trust completely in the future. He is the best. Seriously. His practical knowledge and his personal experience from decades of sailing and brokering boats was an unbelievable boon to a client, especially a new sailor with new certificates and minimal voyage experience. I must admit, I am not an easy customer. The seller was not an easy seller either, and Mike's experience with the process helped close the deal through three counter-offers, sea trial and survey findings and final negotiations to get me a great boat for good value. Mike has a reliable network and the professionals he suggested were excellent in their fields. He then scheduled things for me very efficiently to take only one trip from out-of-state to complete the survey/sea trial and addressed my every concern, answered every question, and ran every test I asked for and needed. He was there every step of the way. He is honest, practical, caring, and went the extra mile (several times!) to successfully follow through to taking possession of my boat (and a previously unregistered dinghy) with complete paperwork for all loan, insurance and travel requirements. Mike is just a pleasure to work with, and I recommend Dorgan Yachts unhesitatingly to anyone.

I could absolutely ramble on for days about how happy I am with Mike Dorgan. I'll keep this simple and short. If I could leave a 10 star review, it would be closer to showing just how satisfied I am with Mike. Highly recommend.

Mike is the ultimate value add yacht broker. He seemed to pour his heart and soul into helping us purchase our first boat, a Beneteau 393. We were not the easiest buyers with lots of small (in hindsight nit-picky) issues that Mike never showed any irritation handling. No job is too small or too big for this professional. We also purchased the vessel while living in Seattle which added to the complexity. Could not have gone smoother and most importantly, we purchased feeling confident about the purchase having leaned on Mike's deep expertise. Thank you Mike and Dorgan Yachts for your terrific service.

We were very impressed with our experience buying our sailboat with Mike Dorgan! Mike was the listing broker for the Catalina 350 we were interested in purchasing. We felt he was very professional and fair in representing the interests of both parties. He helped us navigate through the buying process, purchase offer, sea trial, and survey. Mike was extremely knowledgeable about the features of the sailboat and provided very helpful advice regarding furling systems. We were especially impressed with how Mike went beyond the call of duty... When we were closing the sale, he informed us that he fixed a major item which we did not expect to be fixed. Because we lived at a great distance, Mike made sure the boat was in turnkey condition before we sailed our boat home. If you are seeking a knowledgeable boat broker with exceptional customer service, I would strongly recommend Mike Dorgan.

This is Nik; Shinsuke Nikaido, a senior sailor from Seattle. One day I found a 2011 Beneteau 40 on yachtworld.com. After searching a boat for more than three months, this boat looked very attractive to me. So same day I called to the listed broker, Mike Dorgan of Dorgan Yacht in San Diego. As my English is second language, I had not good experiences in talking with yacht brokers in Seattle, Florida and other cities. Soon after talking with Mike Dorgan, I felt very easy with his friendly way of talking. He explained about the boat carefully with lots of knowledge in professional way with simple clear English. So I made my first offer same day. At my third offer, I could made a deal with the seller. Mike's suggestions were very helpful and useful to get the deal. Later Mike told me he got four prospect buyers waiting after me. As I am away from San Diego, he prepared all most everything for me, papers works, lawyer, insurance, recording, haul out for boat survey, sea trial. Everything were really ready when I visited San Diego with my wife after 2 weeks sailing in Vancouver Island. My real reason to purchase this boat is to make my dream come true, sailing back to my homeland. However I have no experiences of crossing Pacific Ocean. Mike Dorgan has been so helpful to give me millions advises of sailing courses, ocean weather, equipment list, finding a dock, recommending to talk to his personal friends for my dream with his plenty of experiences and knowledge. Even I am away from California, he help me to grade up this boat in details. Without him, I could not prepare many thing ready for my plan to set sail on time. I will talk about good Mike Dorgan to my people when I will arrive in Japan. Nik : Shinsuke Nikaido

Caveat Emptor to the nth degree, especially if You are a Buyer using them as Dual Agency. Believe only what you can confirm not spoken words or "indications". Understand that they bid business rather than handle one deal at a time. So if someone else comes along that offers more or has different arrangements before your deal has closed you can bet yours will mysteriously expire with a vague explanation & no opportunity to respond. Only use a Buyer's Broker with them, make sure every i is dotted & T crossed. They do not use a standard contract ie; CYBA - again, not a level playing field.

We just bought a yacht from Mike Dorgan and are very happy. He went above and beyond the call of duty with organizing the sea trial, recommending great vendors and even helping us move the boat once the final paperwork was completed. I would recommend Mike to anyone that wants a thorough transaction.

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Dorgan Yachts and Michael J. Dorgan Join Marine Servicenter Family

SAN DIEGO— In a strategic move to bolster their footprint in Southern California, Marine Servicenter is has announced the recent merger with Dorgan Yachts Inc. Mike Dorgan, its president, is joining the Marine Servicenter Team.  Mike Dorgan and Dorgan Yachts Inc. bring a wealth of knowledge, a thriving customer base and incredible sailboat expertise to Marine Servicenter’s San Diego operation.

The partnership between Marine Servicenter and Dorgan Yachts, Inc. aims to improve yacht sales and services in Southern California. It brings together two industry leaders focused on delivering high-quality customer experiences. Marine Servicenter has a strong reputation for providing top-notch yachts and exceptional customer service in the Pacific Northwest for over four decades and in Southern California since 2020. With an extensive range of new boat lines, including Jeanneau Sailboats, and a dedicated sales and service team, the company is a preferred choice for West Coast sailboat enthusiasts seeking excellence in maritime adventures.

With over 28 years of experience in brokerage and new boat sales, Dorgan Yachts Inc. adopts a customer-centric approach. Established in San Diego since 2009, the company has garnered a reputation for catering to the diverse needs of its customers, whether involving large or small boats, sail, or power. With a broad network of local marine vendors, Dorgan Yachts, Inc. is dedicated to assisting customers throughout their maritime pursuits and contributes significantly to the Southern California yachting community.

Through its partnership with Dorgan Yachts, Inc., known for its industry expertise, Marine Servicenter underscores its dedication to the Southern California sailboat market. Dan Krier, Vice President of Marine Servicenter, emphasized the alignment of Dorgan Yachts, Inc.’s customer-centric approach with their core values of quality and customer satisfaction. Krier expressed excitement about welcoming Mike Dorgan and Dorgan Yachts Inc. to their team on the West Coast, highlighting their joint efforts to provide new Jeanneau sailboats and other offerings while fostering an active sailing and boating community in Southern California, as stated by Dorgan.

Clients of both Marine Servicenter and Dorgan Yachts, Inc. can expect a high standard of assistance, whether buying a new or pre-owned boat, seeking maintenance and service recommendations, or considering trade-ins and upgrades. The collective expertise of these two companies guarantees customers will receive top-tier guidance, support, and knowledge about yachting products.

The partnership is effective immediately, and both companies have expressed eagerness to embark on this new journey together. Dorgan Yachts Inc will be housed in the Marine Servicenter Sales office at 955 Harbor Island Drive #160 at beautiful Safe Harbor – Sunroad Marina in the heart of San Diego’s boating community. Contact them directly at [email protected] or 619-459-1648 or 619-733-0559.

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San Diego Sailcast Episode Recap

Episode 006 - Commodore Mike Dorgan

Commodore Mike Dorgan sat down with Alli Bell to discuss life as the 2018 SDYC Commodore, how he came to San Diego as a Star sailor back in the '80s, the growth of the local Finn fleet and more!

Mike Dorgan starts by summarizing the busy weekend at the Club including the cruising fleet cruise to Ensenada, the Taste of Point Loma and the International Masters Regatta. He talks about the history of the Masters regatta and tells us a little more about the races and friendly competition.

Dorgan came to San Diego from the Deep South, Alabama. He started sailing in Jacksonville, Florida at six weeks old and the love of sailing held on. He spent his childhood crewing for his father on a Thistle. He also sailied in Lasers and fell in love as an adult with the Star boat, which played a big role in bringing him to San Diego. He tells the story of coming to San Diego, meeting up with SDYC’s Eric Doyle, training for the ’92 Olympic Games, and crewing for Mark Reynolds and for Chick Rollins (a couple months after heart surgery).

On a 20-something adventure to Pacific Beach one night, Dorgan tells us the story of meeting and sailing with local legend Vince Brun. “The skippers would walk around the parties, look around and ask guys what they weigh,” he told us.

Commodore Dorgan met his wife over an onion cheeseburger at a local bar and grille. He tells the story of falling in love with Patti and how she changed his life. He continues about his children, their successes with sailing, SDYC and sailing against his son.

For many years, Commodore Dorgan was the only one with a Finn boat in the SDYC parking lot. He tells us about his experience building up the Finn fleet at the Club, and the reason why Finn’s are a great boat to sail. He reflects on last weekend’s Acapulco Challenge and the relationship that SDYC has with the Acapulco Yacht Club as well as the Puerto Vallarta races and Extreme Sailing Series.

Commodore Dorgan congratulates some of the SDYC members that are doing big things including Vince Brun (Sailing Hall of Fame), Tyler Sinks (Resolute Cup & Lipton Cup). He finishes by talking about his business, Dorgan Yachts, and how it’s more than a business to him. He explains some of the heart-warming parts of yacht sales. “I always say the best days of a sailor’s life are Saturday and Sunday.”

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V.P. Yacht Sales/Certified Professional Yacht Broker Seattle/ Bellingham [email protected]

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Seattle/Bellingham

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With over 25 years of experience in the boating industry, Dan brings a wealth of knowledge to the sales department. His extensive boating and marine industry experience combined with his degree in Aerospace Engineering and Naval Architecture studies gives him good balance in many facets of boat buying/ selling, handling, design and construction.

Dan has a passion for boating and has sailed most of his life. He holds several American Sailing Association instructor certifications and had a US Coast Guard Masters license. From daysailing to bareboat chartering to performance racing, Dan has taught hundreds of adults and juniors the sport of sailing. He has organized numerous sailing events, cruising functions, race series, and is currently the chair for the Mark Meyer Opening Day Regatta at the Seattle Yacht Club. Dan and his wife Lisa are both sailing enthusiasts. Besides campaigning their J/22 “Bullet” throughout the race season, they enjoy cruising and chartering around the world. Dan has lived, worked, and sailed throughout the Caribbean, Midwest, New England, and the Pacific Northwest. He has extensive charter, racing, and cruising experience on a wide variety of yachts.

Boating in the Northwest became more than just sailing for Dan when Marine Servicenter became the American Tug dealer in 2004. Dan’s experience with trawler style powerboats includes customer training and several deliveries on American Tugs and other trawlers. Most recently Dan and his wife Lisa cruised an American Tug 435 from Sitka to Ketchikan Alaska and then later from Sullivan Bay to Anacortes.

Dan has been a member of the Northwest Yacht Brokers Association (NYBA) since 2000 and has been a NYBA Board Member since 2009 moving to the Executive Committee serving as Secretary in 2010 and Vice President in 2011 & 2012. Dan is also the chair of the NYBA Grow Boating Committee. Past NYBA committees have included the Boat Show Committee, Joint NMTA/ NYBA Sailing Committee, and Grow Boating Committee. He is a Certified Professional Yacht Broker (CPYB) since 2004 and has been recognized by Jeanneau, Tartan, & Hunter on several occasions for outstanding performance.

Dan is an industry leader attending International Dealer meetings for several brands, Regional, National, & International Boat Shows, and has many contacts in the marine industry nationwide with manufacturers, dealers, and brokers to compare experiences and share knowledge with.

Dan is happy to share his boating and professional knowledge to help customers find the right boat to fit their particular needs. Visit Dan at either the Marine Servicenter Seattle office or meet him in Bellingham where he spends a lot of his time as well. Send Dan email at [email protected].

Jeff Carson

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Jeff has been passionate about boating from an early age, learning to sail on the shores of Lake Erie at age 14. This love of the water, has led to years of racing dinghies and keel boats of all sizes in Ohio, Florida, and the PNW including trips up & down the inside passage to Alaska.

Over the years Jeff has owned and lived on several sail and power boats and understands the importance of finding the right boat to fit one’s lifestyle. He has cruised throughout the Pacific Northwest, the Florida Keys, the Bahamas and Caribbean. After 18 years in management in information technology, Jeff decided to follow his passion for boats and help others find the exact boat to ignite their own dreams on the water.

Jeff has been selling boats with Marine Servicenter for over 12 years and has been a Certified Professional Yacht Broker (CPYB) Since 2009.

As a sales representative for Ullman Sails, Jeff brings the world class design and quality of Ullman Sails to Marine Servicenter’s full service offerings. Jeff can be found at the Seattle office located at 2442 Westlake Ave N or can be reached via email at  [email protected]

Doug Lombard

Professional Yacht Broker  Seattle [email protected]

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Doug, a Seattle native and UW Grad, grew up sailing the Salish Sea and is a lifelong member of the maritime community. Sharing adventures on the water is Doug’s passion and has led to tens of thousands of miles both inland and offshore, cruising, racing, and delivering yachts throughout the Pacific, along the Atlantic Seaboard and into the Caribbean with his USCG 100 Ton Master’s License. As an ASA/RPBA instructor, he enjoys introducing new sailors to the sport and coaching experienced sailors as they hone their skills.

A two-time cancer survivor, Doug has come to understand that life is fleeting and there is no better time to live than right now! Founder of the Coho Ho Ho Cruising Rally, Doug’s tag line is, “Be safe, have fun, and realize your Bluewater Dreams!” Doug can be found at the Seattle office located at 2442 Westlake Ave N or can be reached via email at [email protected] .

John Sheppard

Professional Yacht Broker  Seattle [email protected]

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At sixteen, John and a friend impulsively pooled their money and bought a beat-up Hobie Beach Cat. It ignited a life-long journey for all things sailing and maritime. That beat-up cat was only the first of many boats, from racing dinghies to blue water cruisers. John is grateful to have boating in his life. It led him to his closest friends and most incredible adventures!

John has sailed hundreds of races, crossed oceans, and cruised many of the world’s most beautiful locations! One of his greatest joys is sharing his passion and knowledge with others. John is a U.S. Sailing instructor, an American Sailing Association Instructor, and does private custom instruction. He holds a USCG Master’s License with an International 500GT endorsement. John and his wife live aboard their Jeanneau Yacht 51, spending their time cruising the incredible waters of the Pacific Northwest.

After a long career in corporate leadership, he turned his full-time professional focus to the passion that began so long ago. He is a working merchant mariner, a yacht sales professional, and a boating educator. John believes the Water Rat said it best, “Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing — absolutely nothing — half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.” John can be found at the Seattle office located at 2442 Westlake Ave N or can be reached via email at [email protected].

Professional Yacht Broker  Seattle [email protected]

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Dean started sailing as a teenager in the Bay Area sailing on dinghies, sailboards and racing in the J/24 fleet on San Francisco Bay.  He turned his passion for the outdoors and boating into a career; he has more than 35 years of experience working for leading brands in the Outdoor and Marine industries developing real estate, products, technology, design and operations.

Over the years Dean and his wife have owned several sail and power boats, they currently own a Jeanneau 39i that they keep in Seattle. Their boat gets lots of use cruising in Puget Sound and British Columbia all year round, day trips and more extensive cruises. They enjoy sharing their life on the water with friends and family; racing, cruising and fishing.  They recently chartered a boat and cruised in Croatian waters where the sailing and the beauty of the country exceeded all expectations.

Highly experienced in delivering a great experience to his customers, Dean is eager to help them find just the right boat to allow them to explore their passion for life on the water!

Dean can be found on Lake Union at the Seattle office located at 2442 Westlake Ave N., or can be reached via email at [email protected] .

Professional Yacht Broker  Seattle [email protected]

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Jeff started sailing at age 3 in San Francisco Bay with his brother. He has raced and sailed in the Med, crossed the Atlantic, sailed extensively in the Caribbean, took his boat through the Panama Canal, and raced and cruised in LA, San Francisco and the Pacific Northwest. He chartered in Tahiti and is planning sailing trips to Mexico, Croatia and the Seychelles. His experience spans owning, delivering, and crewing on 90 multihull and monohull sailboats and trawlers. Jeff trains sail and powerboat owners in navigation, boat handling, optimization, docking, route planning and weather. His experience working in the recreation industry enables helping clients find the ideal solution for their boating needs. Jeff’s experience with complex technology projects and finance help him manage and deliver projects that delight the new boat’s owner.

Jeff can help you find an existing boat, help you outfit a new boat or help you configure a custom boat that will provide years of enjoyment for you, your family and friends.  Jeff can be found at the Seattle office located at 2442 Westlake Ave N or can be reached via email at [email protected].

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Professional Yacht Broker Bellingham [email protected]

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Don grew up in the Columbia River port town of Ilwaco, WA. During his college years at WWU in Bellingham, he worked for the Port of Ilwaco and in the oyster industry on Willapa Bay. He learned to sport fish at the mouth of the Columbia before becoming a commercial fisherman in S.E. Alaska and Puget Sound. He was a skipper in the Whitney Fidalgo fleet and made five round trips on the inside passage between Bellingham and Icy Straits.

Curt Bagley

Certified Professional Yacht Broker Bellingham [email protected]

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Curt has been affiliated with the marine industry for 41 years. His experience is well-rounded as a broker, boat owner, and brokerage owner. As a brokerage owner, he has represented almost all boats, both power and sail from the U.S., Canada, Taiwan, China, France, and Germany. Curt is a certified powerboat instructor.

Curt has the honor of being one of the first in the nation to become CPYB certified. (Certified Professional Yacht Broker). CPYB certification means he has been trained and passed extensive testing to achieve that high standard of ethics, maritime law, marine construction, escrow accounting, licensing, and closings. Over the years Curt has had the opportunity to also be factory trained with the U.S. Marine Yacht division, Meridian Yachts, Tollycraft, Ocean Alexander, and Navigator Yachts. He served for nine years on the board of the Northwest Yacht Brokers Association and was president for three years. He served on the Advisory Council for the Certified Professional Yacht Brokers of North America.

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First and foremost, Captain Tom loves to share his passion for sailing with others, whether they’re charter customers, ASA students, or yacht sales customers. He has logged 10’s of thousands of miles under sail between offshore yacht deliveries, owning & operating a Hobie Catamaran sailing business, and racing on everything from a Nacra beach cat to a Swan 56’. Tom also owned and operated a yacht services and rigging business in Charleston, SC. His friendly demeanor, outgoing personality, and attention to detail help him build strong relationships with his clients. He knows that purchasing a sailboat is a big event in people’s lives, and he is ready and willing to help make it fun and enjoyable for you. Tom can be found at the San Diego office located at 955 Harbor Island Drive #160 or can be reached via email at [email protected] .

Mike Dorgan

Professional Yacht Broker San Diego [email protected]

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Mike Dorgan’s life and career showcase a profound connection with the maritime world. His journey, from childhood exploration of Mobile Bay and the Gulf Coast to becoming a Commodore at the San Diego Yacht Club, reflects a lifelong dedication to sailing and boating. Starting with an impressive 8-year stint as a member of the US Sailing Team, Mike ventured into international waters, racing all over the world in the Olympic Star Class. His racing experiences include collaborations with renowned sailors like Dennis Conner, Peter Isler, Vince Brun, Eric Doyle, and Bruce Nelson in various championships. Mike’s offshore racing adventures span races to Mexico, the Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, and the Transpac Hawaii race across the Pacific.

Transitioning to family life in San Diego, Mike acquired a 40′ family sailboat, leading to numerous voyages to Catalina Island, Mexico, and participation in sailing events like the Yachting Cups, Beer Can, and Hot Rum races. His commitment to the San Diego Yacht Club is evident through over a decade of service on the Board of Directors, earning him the prestigious role of Commodore in 2018. Simultaneously, Mike has excelled in his career as a Yacht Broker with Dorgan Yachts, Inc., accumulating an impressive three decades of Yacht Sales experience.

His meticulous approach to yacht sales and service is well-regarded, and he has built a reputation for championing the personal interests of his clients. Remaining deeply involved in the racing scene, Mike continues to compete actively in the San Diego YC Finn Fleet. He founded and served as the past Fleet Captain for the San Diego Bay Star Fleet, as well as for the Beneteau First 36.7 and 40.7 fleets. His contributions to racing fleets in San Diego were acknowledged in 2022 with the ‘Alonzo de Jessop Memorial Award’ for Outstanding Service to Yachting by the San Diego Association of Yacht Clubs. Mike’s expertise extends beyond the water, as he contributed on the chapter “How to Buy a Boat” in the second edition of “Sailing for Dummies” by Peter Isler. His extensive network of marine vendors attests to his commitment to supporting clients at every stage of their maritime endeavors. Whether found on Harbor Island in San Diego, at Safe Harbor Sun Road Marina, or out on the water assisting clients, Mike Dorgan remains a central figure in the local yachting community, dedicated to delivering the dream, one boat at a time. Mike can be found at the San Diego office located at 955 Harbor Island Drive #160 or can be reached via email at [email protected]

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Over the years many of my clients have become repeat customers doing multiple transactions through me. Repeat business doesn’t come easy in any industry but my goal made many years ago was to always treat people the way I want to be treated. Having been a yacht broker and/or salesman for both new and used yachts in Southern California since 1988, I understand what you are looking for: trust, integrity and candor. Simple core values. First and foremost you need someone who is looking out for your best interest. Even if you never do business with us, my hope is that you would still refer your family and friends. I have sold in excess of 1200 new and brokerage boats so I have the experience that will get the job done right. Yes, many deals go smoothly! However, in every transaction there can be a critical time when the experience level of your broker may become apparent and at that point you will be grateful for choosing Marine Servicenter Tom can be found at the San Diego office located at 955 Harbor Island Drive #160 or can be reached via email at [email protected] .

Jim Chamberlain

Professional Yacht Broker  San Diego [email protected]

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I have been a boater most of my adult life. My first slipped boat was a Santana 30 purchased in 1979 and ownership has been a part of my life since then. Due to a chance meeting with a friend, I learned about the opportunities in the boating industry and that led to a new exciting career in yacht sales in 2000 working with Tom and Brendan. I had actually known Brendan since 1986 when I bought a new Catalina 36 from him!

My first priority is to determine your boating wants and needs. I will take the time and effort necessary to find the best boat for you. I will use my experience as a boat owner and knowledge of the current market to be sure you get the best value in the boat you select. You can count on my dedication to help you through the negotiation process, sea trial, survey, slip selection and legal paper work. The ultimate goal is to help you become a happy and satisfied boat owner. Our relationship will continue past delivery day. The testament to this statement is the fact that over half of my business for many years has come from previous customers. My goal is to exceed your expectations! Jim can be found at the San Diego office located at 955 Harbor Island Drive #160 or can be reached via email at [email protected].

Brendan Dooney

Professional Yacht Broker San Diego [email protected]

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Having grown up boating in New Jersey’s weather shortened season, coming to Southern California seemed like landing in “Paradise.” How great is it to be able to go boating 12 months out of the year! Brendan spent more than the last 20 years spreading his enthusiasm for boating to people at the largest new boat dealership on the West Coast and continues now to provide an even greater level of Customer Satisfaction with his professional partners at Marine Servicenter. Earning trust and building relationships over the years in our small community of boaters remains Brendan’s mission. Helping people enjoy their boats turns prospects into friends and repeat buyers. Give Brendan a chance to help you with your boating dreams today. Brendan can be found at the San Diego office located at 955 Harbor Island Drive #160 or can be reached via email at [email protected] .

Gil Divine 

Professional Yacht Broker San Diego [email protected]

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Gil is an experienced and knowledgeable yachtsman with a broad understanding of yachts, being an owner himself for many years.  Following a career in the auto parts business and as an owner/driver of a competitive off-road racing team, Gil went to sea!  As a Captain for many years aboard some of the finest yachts, his knowledge of vessel operations and management assist in finding the right yacht for his clients.  Continuous education keeps him abreast of what is currently available to provide the best guidance possible. Gil can be found at the San Diego office located at 955 Harbor Island Drive #160 or can be reached via email at [email protected] .

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Bradley Avery

Professional Yacht Broker Los Angeles  [email protected]

Bradley Avery 

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Hailing from Alaska, Bradley grew up around boats, beginning with lakes and then on Prince William Sound where the family had a 30’ Californian, The Great Escape. Years later, he experienced those same waters aboard the 53’ Delta Marine, Purse Seiner, F/V Alaskan Spirit, fishing for salmon out of Valdez. An obsession with waterskiing, despite the cold waters of Alaska, entailed many hours on and behind an assortment of water ski boats, over the years. This passion continued post college and after a short stint of competition skiing, in Florida, he joined Sea World of Texas, performing in water ski shows there. An offer to perform at a show in Germany allowed him to explore Europe. It was in Portofino, Italy, where he learned that many yachts cross the Atlantic to get to the warmer climes of the Caribbean, at the end of the Mediterranean Summer. He decided to forgo his plane ticket home and joined a classic 12 meter, Seven Seas, racing in the late summer classic series, held in various ports around the Med. After that he joined the ketch, Oceana, a 71’ Ocean, to sail across the Atlantic, to Antigua. That crossing gave Bradley the true taste of blue water sailing and he spent the next few years racing and delivering boats around the world. A trip across the Pacific allowed him to discover the beauty of New Zealand, where he jumped ship and for the next 17 years made the mountain town of Queenstown, his home.  Bradley now lives in Los Angeles, close to Marina del Rey, where he and his wife, Kismet, enjoy exploring Santa Monica Bay, on Saida, a Jeanneau 349, that they sailed down from San Francisco together, Bradley’s favorite passage of all. Beyond the water, Bradley’s experience as the Executive Producer/Owner of  one of the top international service production companies, in New Zealand and as a Commercial Real Estate Broker in Los Angeles, allows him to negotiate the process of buying and selling yachts seamlessly. Bradley can be found at the Marina Del Rey office located at 4655 Admiralty Way Suite 208, Marina del Rey, CA 90292 or can be reached via email at [email protected].

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Mike is an avid sailor with over forty years of sailing experience up and down the Pacific coast from Canada to Mexico, along with sailing to Hawaii and around the Caribbean. Mike has 27 years of experience commissioning and servicing Jeanneau sailboats along with American and other European-built sailboat and powerboat lines. He has built and managed service departments in San Diego, Marina Del Rey, and Alameda, CA. He has also personally delivered new Jeanneau yachts to customers directly in France.

When a new yacht is delivered to the customer, Mike takes pride in walking the customers through their new product and invites them into his boating family for the entire time they have their boat. Once the new customer is introduced to Mike, they get his personal phone number, and he will answer each and every question founded on his extensive experience in the industry. If Mike does not have the answer he will find it promptly for the customer.

Mike was formally educated as a civil engineer and held a master electrician license and trained his employees ABYC and NMEA practice guidelines for the marine industry. His philosophy is to educate and create a team workplace in which employees come to work and learn engineering and electrical while enjoying work in a recreational atmosphere.

Mike believes in a team management approach utilizing the strengths of each person. He encourages a fun uplifting approach with a feeling of family showing the customer how to enjoy their investment in real-life activities in which his service team also participates in. Mike can be found at the San Diego office located at 2700 Shelter Island Drive or can be reached via email at mike @marinesc.com.

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Alexander is from Seattle, Washington, and is currently a student at San Diego State University, studying for his Bachelor of Science in Business Marketing.  Alexander grew up sailing in the Pacific Northwest, San Juans, Gulf Islands, and Desolation Sound. His passion for the ocean is broad with interests and experience in sailing, boating, fishing, scuba diving, surfing, and wakeboarding. These hobbies have allowed Alexander to always stay connected to the water. Alex can be found at our San Diego office located at 2700 Shelter Island Drive or can be reached via email at [email protected] .

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Sherrie Miller comes to us with decades of extensive service, maintenance, management, project and event coordination, as well as a widely varied creative base including sign painting, pastry and culinary, resource management & building, design, reuse, and conservation.

Having grown up in the central flat lands of land-locked Kansas, Sherrie came to the PNW to be one with nature adding water and mountains to the mix. Having graduated at 40 with a BS in Environmental Science she came to Seattle to work with Seattle Parks and Recreation/AmeriCorps as a Facilitator with environmental projects in at-risk youth programs. Years with Seattle Parks, Washington State Parks, and Oregon State Parks have given Sherrie nearly endless joy in so many areas of outdoor life and work. She loves wandering the forests and the shores, especially the rainforests of the peninsula, slugs bring her more bliss than is reasonable and she will always be found at the party in a corner hanging out with the pets of the house.

In maintenance and service, repair and preservation along with zero waste stream and sustainability preferences push her to find solutions that help to maintain good stewardship in our environment. If Sherrie does not have the answer, she has a passion for daily learning and furthering an extensive varied knowledge base and she will find the answer through collaboration and research, questions and reaching out to her network of fellow cohorts. Her life long philosophy is never having a question that can’t be sourced or poked or prodded, innovating where needed and trading knowledge with all of those willing to share. Outside the box is where she calls home, finding solutions and alternative options in daily life while enjoying the process and the journey. Sherrie can be found at the Seattle office located at 2442 Westlake Ave North or can be reached via email at [email protected] and 206-620-4756.

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