Meet the Team
At The Helm Training
Meet John, our CEO and Co-Founder! John's journey began as a mate on a yacht, evolving into a seasoned professional with eight issues of USCG Master Licenses, with the first one granted in 1980. His extensive experience encompasses navigating the seas, intercoastal waters, and inland rivers across the USA and internationally, aboard yachts and sport fishing boats ranging from 70 to 120 feet.
Throughout his career, John has immersed himself in nearly every facet of the industry. He founded "A Yacht Management Co," overseeing larger yacht operations, ventured into yacht brokerage with "Lima Yacht Sales," and established "Broadbill Enterprises," a service-oriented company dedicated to yacht projects. With a wealth of diverse experiences spanning four decades, John identified a critical need for "At The Helm Training."
As an advocate for education in the yachting industry, John believes in fostering a safer boating environment for all. As a proud member of the NASBLA Enforcement & Education Committee, his passion for creating awareness and ensuring safety is deeply rooted. John's view of his role in the industry goes beyond professional obligations; he sees it as a lifelong commitment to education, both for himself and his clients. His career isn't just a job—it's a genuine passion that he carries with pride.
An interventional cardiologist for 35 years, Gary has the experience afforded through years of his own private practice in cardiology, as well as numerous organizational, leadership and university affiliated professorships. He has been honored with election to the status of ‘Fellow’ by both the American College of Osteopathic Internists and the American College of Cardiology. His passion for safety and quality has placed him as a leader and innovator in the delivery of health care. He previously authored a recurring newspaper column combining nautical and cardiology concepts to educate readers and make both disciplines fun and understandable. A 2017 MBA graduate of Kenan-Flagler Business School, Gary brings a lifelong love affair with boating and an entrepreneurial spirit to his position as Quality Control Officer with At the Helm Training.
Meet Gary, our head of Quality Control and Co-Founder! An interventional cardiologist for 35 years, Gary has the experience afforded through years of his own private practice in cardiology, as well as numerous organizational, leadership and university affiliated professorships.
He has been honored with election to the status of ‘Fellow’ by both the American College of Osteopathic Internists and the American College of Cardiology. His passion for safety and quality has placed him as a leader and innovator in the delivery of health care.
He previously authored a recurring newspaper column combining nautical and cardiology concepts to educate readers and make both disciplines fun and understandable. A 2017 MBA graduate of Kenan-Flagler Business School, Gary brings a lifelong love affair with boating and an entrepreneurial spirit to his position as Quality Control Officer with At the Helm Training.
An interventional cardiologist for 35 years, Gary has the experience afforded through years of his own private practice in cardiology, as well as numerous organizational, leadership and university affiliated professorships. He has been honored with election to the status of ‘Fellow’ by both the American College of Osteopathic Internists and the American College of Cardiology. His passion for safety and quality has placed him as a leader and innovator in the delivery of health care. He previously authored a recurring newspaper column combining nautical and cardiology concepts to educate readers and make both disciplines fun and understandable. A 2017 MBA graduate of Kenan-Flagler Business School, Gary brings a lifelong love affair with boating and an entrepreneurial spirit to his position as Quality Control Officer with At the Helm Training.
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Meet Nancy, our Operations Manager! Nancy is a boating enthusiast with a lifelong passion for the water. Whether it’s the thrill of racing sailboats on Lake Michigan or cruising to the serene Bahamian waters, she has numerous unforgettable moments with her family exploring the waters.
While residing in Fort Lauderdale, Nancy had the pleasure of owning a successful yacht charter company with her husband, enabling her to share her experiences with others.
In the present day, Nancy connects with like-minded boaters to advocate for safe boating practices, ensuring that boaters acquire the necessary skills for a secure and enjoyable time on the water while embracing the boating lifestyle responsibly.
An interventional cardiologist for 35 years, Gary has the experience afforded through years of his own private practice in cardiology, as well as numerous organizational, leadership and university affiliated professorships. He has been honored with election to the status of ‘Fellow’ by both the American College of Osteopathic Internists and the American College of Cardiology. His passion for safety and quality has placed him as a leader and innovator in the delivery of health care. He previously authored a recurring newspaper column combining nautical and cardiology concepts to educate readers and make both disciplines fun and understandable. A 2017 MBA graduate of Kenan-Flagler Business School, Gary brings a lifelong love affair with boating and an entrepreneurial spirit to his position as Quality Control Officer with At the Helm Training.
Chris Edmonston
National Certification Liaison
cnedmonston@gmail.com
An interventional cardiologist for 35 years, Gary has the experience afforded through years of his own private practice in cardiology, as well as numerous organizational, leadership and university affiliated professorships. He has been honored with election to the status of ‘Fellow’ by both the American College of Osteopathic Internists and the American College of Cardiology. His passion for safety and quality has placed him as a leader and innovator in the delivery of health care. He previously authored a recurring newspaper column combining nautical and cardiology concepts to educate readers and make both disciplines fun and understandable. A 2017 MBA graduate of Kenan-Flagler Business School, Gary brings a lifelong love affair with boating and an entrepreneurial spirit to his position as Quality Control Officer with At the Helm Training.
Andy Robertson - Charleston, SC
Barry Hague – Jupiter, FL (Oct-May/RI (June-Sept)
Bob Witzler - Apollo Beach, FL
Brian Koontz - Vero Beach, FL
Chance Harrison - Wilmington, NC/SC/Parts of VA
Charles Turner - Naples, FL
Charlie McLaughlin - Stuart, FL (Oct-May)/Atlantic City, NJ (June-Sept)
Chris Boland – Key Largo, FL/Fort Lauderdale, FL (Winter)
Chris Braud - Stuart, FL
Chris Burke – Tampa FL (Sept-May)/Most FL Keys (June-Aug)
Clifton Prat - Bradenton, FL/Tampa, FL/St Petersburg, FL/Sarasota, FL
Colleen Wilson - Martha's Vineyard, MA
Craig Allain - Melbourne, FL/Indian Harbor Beach, FL
Craig Babb - East Coast Voyages
Darrin Trapani - Pensacola, FL
Debora Rosenn - Miami, FL/Key Largo, FL/Fort Lauderdale, FL
Don Hannon - Fort Lauderdale, FL
Doug Caldwell - Apollo Beach, FL
Eric Getchell - Vero Beach, FL/Melbourne, FL/Fort Pierce, FL
Gareth Stone - Fort Lauderdale, FL
Gregory Calley - New Smyrna Beach, FL
Harley Hunt – Fort Lauderdale, FL
Jacob Kelley - Jupiter, FL
Jim Hill – Stuart, FL (Sept-May)/ CT (June-Sept)
John 'Chip' Clark – Palm Coast, FL
John Ryan - Kittery, ME
Justin Longvall - Duxbury, MA/Boston, MA/Cape Cod, MA
Louay Hamdan - Stuart, FL
Mark Husk - Palm City, FL/Stuart, FL
Matthew Joubert - Troutdale, VA
Mike LaNeve - Jupiter, FL
Mike O'Connor - Pensacola, FL/Orange Beach, AL/Destin, FL
Mike Panetteri - Charleston, SC
Natalie Hannon - Fort Lauderdale, FL
Nick de Roulhac - Riverside, CA
Nick Linder - Juno Beach, FL
Nolan Brady – Tequesta, FL/Jupiter, FL
Peter Kane - Kingston, NY (Hudson River)/CT Area/Punta Gorda, FL (Jan-Mar)
Phil Gauthier - Annapolis, MD
Ray Mills – Savannah, GA (Deliveries)
Reese Singleton – Boca Raton, FL/Delray Beach, FL
Rick Anderau - Port Orange, FL/Daytona, FL
Rob Clarke - Stuart, FL/Port St Lucie, FL/West Palm Beach, FL
Ron Huibers - Anna Maria, FL/St Petersburg, FL/Tampa, FL/Bradenton, FL/Punta Gorda, FL
Ryan de Beer – Palm City, FL/Stuart, FL
Ryan Heard - Suffolk, VA
Sam Mason - Jacksonville, FL/St Simons Island, GA
Scott Sexson - Hilton Head Island, SC
Seth Adler – Port St. Lucie, FL
Shane Demmer - Fort Lauderdale, FL
Shane Holmes – Clearwater, FL
Steve Bent – NJ
Steve Collar – Table Rock, MO
Steve Houle - Fort Lauderdale, FL
Steven Allenbach - Wilmington, NC
Tim Trautman – Mystic, CT
Todd Bray - Apollo Beach, FL
Tom Tahan - West Palm Beach, FL/NJ (Summer)
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