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Sea Tow Foundation™ opens applications for Boating Safety Advisory Council

by Sea Tow Foundation 15 Apr 09:10 PDT
Sea Tow Foundation is now accepting nominations for membership © National Marine Manufacturers Association

The Sea Tow Foundation™, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting boating safety and education, is seeking eight new members to join its Boating Safety Advisory Council and help continue its mission of advocating for boating safety and education. The Foundation is looking for industry leaders from the marine sector to serve a two-year term and contribute their expertise.

The Boating Safety Advisory Council plays a vital role in shaping and supporting the Sea Tow Foundation's safety initiatives. Members of the council oversee the National Boating Safety Awards, which recognize outstanding industry contributions to boating safety. Additionally, the council provides recommendations to the Foundation to help develop impactful awareness campaigns, educational programs and safety initiatives that foster a culture of responsibility on the water.

Application Process:

Applications for the Sea Tow Foundation's Boating Safety Advisory Council open on April 14, 2025, and must be submitted by May 15, 2025. Selected applicants will be notified in mid-June, with their first meeting scheduled for September 2025.

Those interested in applying can submit their applications at:www.boatingsafety.com/page/STFBSAC

Continuing members of the Sea Tow Foundation's Boating Safety Advisory Council, include:

Executive Committee:

  • Kristen Frohnhoefer, Sea Tow Foundation and Sea Tow Services International
  • Gail R. Kulp, Sea Tow Foundation
  • Wanda Kenton Smith, Kenton Smith Marketing
Council Members:
  • Jeremy Backman, Chubb
  • Steven Bull, Bullitage Media, Inc.
  • Madison Cherenzia, Norwest Marine
  • Gary Childress, Northpoint Commercial Finance
  • Gunnar Davies, MRAA
  • Michael Gisch, Oyster Harbors Marine
  • Julie Greenfield, SAY Carbon Yachts Miami
  • Paul Joyce, Venice Police Marine Unit
  • Kim Koditek, Boatsetter
  • Deane Lambros, Lambros Insurance Services
  • Jeff Moag, Water Sports Foundation
  • John Sewell, Brunswick
  • Randy Vance, Firecrown Media
The Foundation extends its heartfelt gratitude to Shannon Aronson (ABYC), Alisdair Martin (Consultant), Christine Carlson McKone (Volvo Penta), Leslie Palmer (Consultant), Mark Pillsbury (Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors), Erik Rimblas (West Marine), Angie Scott (The Woman Angler & Adventurer), and Chad Tokowicz (MRAA) for their valuable contributions and commitment to advancing boating safety.

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