United States Yacht Shows, Inc Announces Key Management Changes

Annapolis, MD, January 28, 2013 – United States Yacht Shows, Inc. announces that Shows Manager Dee Newman has retired after 38 years with the company.  "Dee was recognized as the face and voice of the boat shows in the Annapolis area, and was an inspirational leader in the maritime industry through her tenure," said Ed Hartman, President of USYS.  "We are grateful for her dedicated service and wish her all the best in her retirement."
 
The company is also pleased to announce that Sheila Jones has been promoted to Show Manager for all shows.  Jones has been with the company for 14 years and has served as manager of the land and booth portions of the show for the past decade.  "Her leadership skills and attention to all details of show production make her imminently qualified to assume the responsibilities of Show Manager," continued Hartman.  Jones will manage sales, production and planning for all USYS shows, including design and placement of exhibitors and boats, and serve as primary liaison with the many exhibitors.
 
United States Yacht Shows, Inc. is the producer of the United States Sailboat Show and United States Powerboat Show, both In October, and the Bay Bridge Boat Show and Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show in April.
 
For information on all USYS shows, please call 410-268-8828 or info@usboat.com.

By Ocean Navigator