Propspeed Names Myers VP of Sales Americas
.A marine industry insider for nearly two decades, Myers he has been professionally involved in all aspects of the field, including stints with boat and product manufacturers, holding positions predominantly in sales and finance. Beginning his career with Buddy Davis Yachts, he has also worked with Seakeeper, Galati Yachts, Lumishore and MarineMax.“Myers’ professional background and love for the marine industry, combined with the high-performance line of products that Propspeed has to offer, is a match made in maritime heaven,” said Chris Baird, CEO, Propspeed. “We have strong
Kovalski Named VP, Engineering at Ocean5
in 2001. He is fully conversant with the engineering needs of any project including the design of aluminum, steel or fiberglass boats and is proficient in all technical applications, techniques, and software pertinent to the design and production processes.Roger has played a critical part in designing seakeeper gyro refits and has executed nearly 100 different installations on yachts as large as 165 feet. When it comes to new vessel design he applies this experience to optimize strength and performance while maintaining form, function and manufacturability. Refits include a broad portfolio stretching
Sea Machines Promotes Bourque
its strategic partner Huntington Ingalls Industries.With more than 15 years’ experience working in the marine industry, Bourque joined the company in 2017 as director of business development. Prior to driving Sea Machines’ business, he built much of the global sales and support network for Seakeeper Inc, the leading manufacturer of marine gyrostabilizers. His work with USVs at Seakeeper inspired him to pursue the field of autonomy. Bourque has a BASc degree in international business and an MBA from the University of Redlands, in Redlands, Calif.Sea Machines’ Michael G. Johnson, CEO and
Bourque Joins Sea Machines
APAC regions and he will be a key part of bringing the Sea Machines technology to the global market,” said Sea Machines CEO, Michael Johnson. Bourque comes to Sea Machines with a background in international sales management, having built much of the global sales and support network for Seakeeper Inc, the manufacturer of marine gyrostabilizers. “I enjoy the challenge of working with advanced technology, Bourque said, “and Sea Machines represents the latest of offerings that allow operators to modernize their fleets. There are countless applications where autonomy can
Seakeeper Names Semprevivo COO
Marine stabilization company Seakeeper Inc. has promoted Andrew Semprevivo to Chief Operating Officer, effective April 10. A Seakeeper employee since the commercialization of the company in 2008, Semprevivo assumed various sales roles, culminating in his appointment as Vice President of Sales and Marketing in 2014. In his new role, Semprevivo will continue to lead the company’s sales and marketing efforts in addition to playing a leadership role in other departments of the organization.
True Heading Fills Key North American Positions
, Calam was heavily involved in the Canadian Coastguard’s search and rescue organization. Jason Jones will lead sales on the opposite coast as the company's eastern regional sales manager. With 14 years of experience in the yachting industry, Jones has held sales positions with OceanLED, Seakeeper and ZF Marine. Based in Fort Lauderdale, Jones will drive the Canadian and United States East Coast and Great Lakes sales efforts. “We are very proud of the America’s team we have assembled,” says Jens Johansson, True Heading's CEO. “The individuals selected are all experienced
Semprevivo Promoted at Seakeeper
After six years at the forefront of Seakeeper's sales efforts, Andrew Semprevivo has been promoted to vice president of sales and marketing. He previously held the position of director of global sales, recreational sector for the Maryland-based manufacturer of gyro stabilization systems. Seakeeper co-founder and CEO Shep McKenney made the announcement. In his previous role as director of global sales, Semprevivo was responsible for managing global sales and development. He joined Seakeeper in 2008 as international inside sales manager with extensive global marine industry experience. Seakeeper
Seakeeper Expands Sales Management Team
Seakeeper announced the appointment of three new regional sales managers. In the U.S., Mark Taiclet and Grant Haugen will oversee the Southeast and West coast areas, respectively. Tanja Lutz will handle sales in Northern Europe. All will focus on both commercial and leisure markets. Marine industry veteran Taiclet has spent more than 20 years at Sea Ray Boats in sales, training and customer relations management roles. Prior to joining Seakeeper, Taiclet managed OEM, trade and retail sales for Sea Vision. Born and raised in the Seattle area, Haugen grew up boating on Puget Sound. His industry
