Max Shapiro
Nantucket
Summary
Results-oriented professional with extensive experience in maritime operations. Proven expertise in staff training, regulatory compliance, and emergency management. Committed to enhancing safety protocols and operational efficiency in passenger vessel management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
Nantucket Launch Co.
Nantucket, MA
09.2024 - Current
Manage and Operate multiple passenger vessels operating seasonally from 0700 to midnight. Directed marketing initiatives and supervised a team of 10 licensed captains. Led compliance with USCG inspections and regulatory training through organized drills.
Captain
Sweet Yacht Charter
Nantucket, MA
05.2023 - 09.2024
Oversaw the management of two Hinckley charter vessels, leading a team of stewardesses and relief captains to ensure smooth operations. Collaborated on marketing strategies and navigated regulatory compliance effectively.
Dockmaster / Launch Captain
Great Harbor Yacht Club
Nantucket, MA
05.2021 - 09.2023
Directed operations of two passenger vessels and managed a fleet of club-owned boats. Supervised a 27-slip marina and led a team of 6 licensed personnel to ensure smooth operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT12-2025
Skills
- Business planning
- Hiring
- Staff training and development
- Boat handling
- Maritime regulations
- Emergency management
- Fuel management
- Radar operation
- Safety procedures implementation
- Electronic equipment operation
- Vessel maintenance
- Weather forecasting
Certification
- USCG 100 GRT Master EXP:10/09/29
- USCG Medical EXP:10/07/29
- FCC MROP
- TWIC
- FEMA ICS 100
- FINRA Series SIE, 7 & 66
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Nantucket Launch Co.
09.2024 - Current
Captain
Sweet Yacht Charter
05.2023 - 09.2024
Dockmaster / Launch Captain
Great Harbor Yacht Club
05.2021 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Montana State University