David Pugsley
Salem,CT
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President and General Manager
Brewer Yacht Sales
01.2003 - 06.2017
- Manager of Brewer Yacht Sales here in CT
- Responsible for accounting and all phases of yachts brokerage including accounts with yacht world and Yacht closer and overseeing brokers.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- We had 14 offices throughout New England.
- Dealers for Back Cove Yachts, Princess Yachts, Eastern Boats. We managed 21 brokers and were one of largest brokerage firms on east coast of US.
- President YBAA, Yacht Brokers Association of America and member of board of directors.
- Monitored industry trends, keeping current on latest changes and competition in industry.
- Licensed Florida Yacht Broker
- CPYB Certified professional yacht broker.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long-term goals.
Director of Marine Operations
Bitter End Yacht Club
01.1997 - 01.2003
- Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
- Managed staff of marina employees, outboard mechanics, diesel mechanics, captain of tour boats, fuel dock and boat wrights. Put inventory system in operation. And approved all purchases for waterfront.
- We had 78 moorings and full marina and catered to mega yachts.
- Bitter End was largest water sport resort in world and had 98 excursion boats and charter fleet and guest boats. We also ran yacht management program for owners who wanted to keep their boats at Bitter End.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans enabling facility to meet budgetary and quality assurance goals.
General Manager
North Sound Express
01.1997 - 01.2003
- Managed commercial ferry company that ran form Beef Island to Spanish town then to North Sound in BVI.
- Boat ran from 7am till 11pm 7 days week.
- Hired and trained shore staff and captains,
- Built new custom ferry boat in Maine and had it brought to BVI by water.
- VISAR search and rescue for North Sound, functioned as contact person. Ran search and rescue operations and training for north sound VISAR group.
Eastern region Sales Manager
Ericson Yachts
01.1992 - 01.1997
- Sailboat builder
- Responsible for setting up 10 dealers on East Coast of USA
- Boat shows at Newport, Stamford, Portland, New York, Miami Annapolis, Hartford, and responsible for regional marketing.
- Increased sale by 10% annually.
Product Manager and Regional Manager
Boston Whaler power boats
01.1988 - 01.1992
- Developed new products through research and market testing.
- Dealer network development for sail and inflatable boat
- Founder of International Multi hull Grand Prix in Newport RI
- Developed product documentation to communicate upcoming features and products to internal teams.
- Communicated effectively with team members to deliver updates on project milestones and deadlines.
Cutter
Hard Sail
01.1986 - 01.1988
- Cut sails for Hunter Marine and private individuals.
- Kept work areas organized, clean and free of safety hazards.
- Operated cutting machine according to all safety protocols.
- Kept equipment clean and maintained in order to meet requirements.
- Used machinery with standardized approach to maximize quality of cuts.
- Stood for long hours, frequently reached or bent and lifted up to 70 pounds regularly to carry out daily tasks.
Education
Business
Murrieta Collage
Marietta, OH1980
Skills
- Managed marina and fuel dock
- Can run travel lift and forklift
- Dredging and dock building
- Very good with personal
- Very experienced in marine industry
- Have many contacts at marinas and marine parts companies
- Focused on police and fire regulations
I own a Bristol 41.1
I'm a owner of a Bristol 41.1
Timeline
Vice President and General Manager
Brewer Yacht Sales
01.2003 - 06.2017
Director of Marine Operations
Bitter End Yacht Club
01.1997 - 01.2003
General Manager
North Sound Express
01.1997 - 01.2003
Eastern region Sales Manager
Ericson Yachts
01.1992 - 01.1997
Product Manager and Regional Manager
Boston Whaler power boats
01.1988 - 01.1992
Cutter
Hard Sail
01.1986 - 01.1988
Business
Murrieta Collage
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