Gregory Mitchell
Chatsworth,CA
Summary
Senior marine industry professional with extensive experience in propulsion systems, power generation, and marine equipment sales. Demonstrates success in expanding dealer networks and managing complex sales cycles, delivering tailored solutions to commercial vessel operators and shipyards through strong technical consultation and relationship management.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Caritas Veritate Missions
01.2010 - Current
- Raised millions of dollars to fund medical missions, water wells, chapels, and maternal care facilities.
- Implemented healthcare outreach that reduced infant mortality by ~50% in a rural indigenous region.
- Coordinated U.S. medical teams to deliver healthcare services to over 1,200 patients, enhancing access to medical care.
- Led international humanitarian initiatives improving maternal health outcomes and strengthening community infrastructure.
- International Nonprofit
Senior Account Manager – Propulsion & MRO Sales
Pacific Power Group / MSHS
Seattle, Washington
07.2025 - 11.2025
- Led propulsion and MRO sales, driving solutions for commercial vessel operators, tug companies, and shipyards across California.
- Manage complex marine equipment sales cycles from proposal to project completion.
- Provide technical consultation for engine overhauls, repowers, control upgrades, and preventative maintenance programs.
- Coordinate with engineers, technicians, and project managers to deliver high-reliability propulsion solutions.
- Represent major OEM brands including MTU (Rolls-Royce Power Systems), Yanmar Commercial Marine Engines, FPT, Detroit Diesel, and Woodward.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure favorable discounts on materials and services for clients.
- Worked closely with executive team to outline company goals and transfer goals to account holders.
Territory Manager
Boatswain’s Locker
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Identified new markets and established relationships with marine contractors and vessel owners to drive sales.
- Expanded dealer network by adding 10 dealers across three regions, enhancing market presence.
- Developed OEM partnerships and direct engine sales channels.
- Sold Yanmar marine engines, Kohler/Rehlko generators, and COX marine outboards.
Sales Representative / Project Manager
FWTC Inc.
01.1995 - 01.2012
- Collaborated with major clients such as Balfour Beatty, Weeks Marine, Cashman Construction, and Chevron Nigeria to deliver tailored project solutions.
- Coordinated logistics, procurement, and retrofits for crane barge projects, ensuring timely project execution.
- Managed $5M+ maritime equipment and vessel conversion projects.
Education
MA - Theology (Honors)
Holy Apostles College & Seminary
Cromwell, CT07-2024
Artifical Intelligence Course - Leadership for the AI Age: Digital Transformation Program
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Boston, MA03-2026
BA - Business Management
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LANaval Architecture & Marine Engineering Studies -
University of New Orleans
New Orleans Skills
- Nonprofit leadership
- Grant writing
- Project management
- Stakeholder management
- Sales strategy
- Market expansion
- Territory Growth
- Customer relationship management
- CRM/ERP systems
- Fluent Spanish
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Commercial Vessel Operations
- Stakeholder management
Websites
Core Expertise
- Marine Propulsion Systems
- MRO & Engine Repowers
- Maritime Equipment Sales
- Commercial Vessel Operations
- Dealer Development
- Territory Growth
- Shipyard Partnerships
- Strategic Sales & Business Development
- Project Management
- CRM/ERP Systems (Dynamics, SyteLine)
- Fluent Spanish
Timeline
Senior Account Manager – Propulsion & MRO Sales
Pacific Power Group / MSHS
07.2025 - 11.2025
Territory Manager
Boatswain’s Locker
01.2023 - 01.2025
Executive Director
Caritas Veritate Missions
01.2010 - Current
Sales Representative / Project Manager
FWTC Inc.
01.1995 - 01.2012
MA - Theology (Honors)
Holy Apostles College & Seminary
Artifical Intelligence Course - Leadership for the AI Age: Digital Transformation Program
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
BA - Business Management
Southeastern Louisiana University
Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering Studies -
University of New Orleans