ABYC Announces Outstanding Technician Winners

The American Boat and Yacht Council announced its recipients of the 2024 Outstanding Technician Awards during International Marine Service Technician week April 24-29, 2024. Now in its third year, the event recognizes marine service professionals who go above and beyond in customer service, technical training and industry involvement. This year, over 130 people were nominated, and 10 technicians were selected for the award.

This year’s winners are Ryan Coffin from Yarmouth Boat Yard, BJ Benson from Viking Marine, Jason Ustaszewski from Cape Marine Survey, Sean Fabio from Gage Marine, Gregory Michael from Pinnacle Marine Group, Thomas Hithmaker from Port Annapolis Marina, Brian Vandeyacht from Irish Boat Show, Brian Ehlers from MarineMax Texas MasterCraft, Tim Murphy from Kingman Yacht Center and Cliff Manlapaz from Diversified Marine Services.

A new category added this year – the New Achievers – recognizes those new to the industry who demonstrate outstanding potential and skills. This year’s New Achievers are Jack Truett from Truett Marine Services and Alex Harlow from Harborside Marina.

To learn more about the award and this year’s recipients, visit abycinc.org.