Rick Bastin - Yacht Broker -
Cell 251-269-4444
Office 251-981-9200
Fax 251-981-9137

Rick comes to The Marine Group with numerous successful businesses, which enables him to continue to pursue his passion – his life long love for boats.  He brings sales experience, with ethics and principals in conducting business.  Rick grew up in Tennessee on the rivers and lakes and is an experienced boat owner.  He is a veteran of the Vietnam War, a family man and has spent much of his spare time sailing and chartering various vessels in the Bahamas, Caribbean, and Gulf of Mexico.  From Bimini to the Berry Islands and around to St. Martin, southeast through the West Indies, it is a dream that is possible.  Whether it is fishing in the Gulf or trawling the great loop, let Rick Bastin make your dream come true with the right boat for you!

 

Tommy Braden - Yacht Broker - email Tommy
Office 251-981-9200
Cell 850-259-6385
Fax 251-981-9137

 

Jodi Clemons - Office Manager - email Jodi
Office 251-981-9200
Fax 251-981-9137

Jodi originally hails from San Diego, California and comes to us with 14 years of experience in Office Management for a large multi-location company.   She treats each purchase or sale with the respect and professionalism that you deserve.  Multi tasking comes naturally to Jodi and she will go the extra mile to ensure that your transactions move forward with speed and efficiency.  Whatever it takes to get the job done, Jodi has you covered.

Larry Davis - Yacht Broker - email Larry
Cell 251-989-5787
Office 251-981-9200
Fax 251-981-9137

Larry has 33 years in the marine industry. He started in Mobile, AL, working in the commercial supply business. From there he has owned a fuel dock business, been dockmaster of a prominent marina in Orange Beach and managed all facets of vessel repair and maintenance in a local boat yard. Marine Group welcomed Larry to our Orange Beach office in 2001. Larry's extensive knowledge and experience cover all segments of our boating industry and make him dedicated to finding the right boat for all of his clients.

Shirley Elliott - Marketing & Administrative Support
email Shirley
Office 251-981-9200
Fax 251-981-9137

One walk on the sugar sand beaches of the Gulf Coast was enough to relocate Shirley from the mountains and rivers of the Northwest.  With over 15 years experience in Marketing and Web Support, Shirley searches for innovative ways to utilize the internet and get your listing noticed.  She believes in a hands on approach with each listing and will work with your broker to ensure a high profile listing in today’s competitive market place.

Cass Fishbein - Yacht Broker - email Cass
Office 251-981-9200
Cell 251-377-6053
Fax 251-981-9137

 

 

Jim Greene - Yacht Broker - email Jim
Cell 251-747-0468
Office 251-981-9200
Fax 251-981-9137

 

Travis Holzborn - Yacht Broker - email Travis
Office 251-981-9200
Cell 251-379-7783
Fax 251-981-9137

Travis has been involved in boating his entire life. He grew up in the North Florida Gulf Coast area and began working on charter boats in 1981 in Destin, FL. His college and law degrees were partially financed by mating and captaining various charter and private vessels along the Gulf Coast, South Florida, and the Caribbean. Travis comes to Marine Group with a background in the legal profession and numerous successful business ventures. Most recently he has distinguished himself as a top producer in offshore fishing tournaments along the Gulf Coast. This experience combined with years of boating knowledge, legal experience and business savvy assist him in finding the right boat to suit his customers' needs.

Mike Lewis - Managing Broker - email Mike
Cell 850-496-1172
Office 850-654-3800
Fax 251-981-9137

Mike received his first boat for Christmas at age 9 and although it was only a 12 foot skiff with a 4hp outboard, he has been hooked on boating since. After receiving his Bachelors degree he pursued a career in “Corporate America” where he gained valuable knowledge in the areas of Client/Account Management and Employee Relations. All the while spending all his free time boating, aspiring and planning on turning his passion into a career. After several years of successful business ventures Mike was finally afforded the opportunity to become a Yacht Broker and attributes his success to his passion for boating and sincere concern and enjoyment for selling FUN. Mike is now an experienced Yacht Broker by many years, a Member of the Florida Yacht Brokers Association and continues to improve his boating knowledge by staying in tune with the latest and greatest the Marine Industry has to offer, all the while continuing to expand his Customer and Client Base.
“The experience I’ve gained in listening to, understanding, empathizing with and respecting the needs of others in order to accomplish a common goal has provided my clients with a comfortable and effective buying and selling experience and has provided me with a respected network of fellow boaters, colleagues, customers and friends”.

Chris McFarland - Yacht Broker - email Chris
Cell 251-747-6830
Office 251-981-9200
Fax 251-981-9137

 

Jeff Shoults - Yacht Broker - email Jeff
Office 850-654-3800
Cell 850-685-1681
Fax 251-981-9137

 

 

Michael Stevenson - Certified Professional Yacht Broker
email Michael
Cell 850-496-5439
Office 850-654-3800
Fax 251-981-9137

Michael is a 30-year resident of the Emerald Coast with nearly 15 years of marine sales experience. He is a Certified Professional Yacht Broker (CPYB) and a member in good standing with the Florida Yacht Broker’s Association (FYBA). Michael’s success is attributable to his highly professional and very personable client relationships. As a member of Marine Group, he combines market knowledge and integrity with outstanding customer care…Michael looks forward to sharing his experience with you.

Mike Strahan - Yacht Broker - email Mike
Cell 251-752-4690
Office 251-981-9200
Fax 251-981-9137

Born and raised on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, I have been in the marine business over 40 years.   I moved to the Alabama Gulf Coast in 1988.  As a  USCG Master licensed captain, I have handled motor yachts as well as sport fishing vessels for over 30 years throughout the Caribbean, Bahamas and the Gulf of Mexico.  After retiring from the Captain profession, I entered into the yacht brokerage business over 10 years ago.  Enjoying the brokerage business, my goal is to be professional, knowledgeable and to serve my clients to the best of my ability.  With a lifetime of marine related experience, I am confident that I can represent you in selling your vessel or purchasing your next dream.

 

Bill Swick - Yacht Broker - email Bill
Office 251-981-9200
Cell 850-565-0321
Fax 251-981-9137

 

Robert Weaver - Yacht Broker - email Robert
Cell 251-923-7960
Office 251-981-9200
Fax 251-981-9137

Robert acquired the salt water addiction at age eight when his father first brought him to Destin.  He has owned and operated several sportfish boats ranging in size from 40-55’, which gives him a personal understanding of the owners expectations.  Robert’s background in Sales and Marketing spans thirty years.  His attention to detail and ability to bring parties together ensures long lasting relationships.  Robert never meets a stranger and loves working with clients whether buying or selling.  His desire is to exceed the expectations of his clients.  If it is bluewater fishing or family cruising that you desire, put Robert to work for you.

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