After a 35-year career as a global executive driving waves of new technology innovation to market in new businesses, Dave founded Marquis Charters to bring international luxury yacht experiences to the San Francisco Bay area market. A lifelong boater, he co-led a flotilla to Alaska and back, running the last leg non-stop from Anacortes to Richmond. He brings decades of Virgin Islands yacht charter and ownership experience to his role as the company's Master Captain. When not running Marquis Charters he can be found captaining TowBoatUS sorties or other owner's yachts. He currently serves as Commodore, Ballena Bay Yacht Club and Board President, Escort Carrier Sailor and Airmen Association.