Yarmouth Boat Yard Staff Profile: Karen White, Service Manager

Karen has served as the Service Manager at Yarmouth Boat Yard for the last four years. In this capacity Karen is responsible for scheduling all of the service work, prioritizing jobs and making sure the work meets the customers' expectations.

"Customer service is our number one priority at the Parts & Service Department," said Karen. "It is important that we know our customers, their boats and boating needs. Our goal is to make their boating experience hassle-free and fun."

Karen White is the Service Manager at Yarmouth Boat Yard

Karen attends regular continuing education service management opportunities with Yamaha and Honda Marine, among others. This fall she will be attending the Pursuit Boats Annual Service Seminar known as "Pursuit Tech." In her free time Karen enjoys spending time with her husband and two children at the family camp and working outdoors.

Upcoming Boat Shows Kick Off 2012 Season

The winter and spring boat shows in Boston and Maine officially kick-off the 2012 boating season. Boat shows are a great way to gather information and see the latest models up close and in person. It is also one of the best times to buy a boat. You can often find your best deal at a boat show because manufacturers usually offer incentives and the dealers are eager for your business.

The New England Boat Show Begins Feb. 11 in Boston

For the first year Yarmouth Boat Yard is holding "Demo Days at Yarmouth Boat Yard.” The event is scheduled for May with the final date to be announced. There will be a variety of Pursuit and Eastern boats in the water, a BBQ and several special guests. This will be your chance to test drive the boat of your dreams. If you have a particular boat that interests you e-mail Steve at steve@ybyboats.com and we will do our best to have it ready for you.

Upcoming Boat Shows

New England Boat Show

February 11-19, 2012

The Portland Boat Show

March 1-4, 2012

Maine Boatbuilder's Show
March 16-18, 2012

Maine Boat Show
March 16-18

Yarmouth Boat Yard Demo Days & Open House
May, 2012

Yarmouth Boat Yard Posts Strong 2011 Sales

Despite uncertain economic times Yarmouth Boat Yard has posted another strong sales season for new and pre-owned boats. With over one month left in 2011 gross sales are up 40% over 2010.

The Pursuit C 280 is available for your inspection at Yarmouth Boat Yard

The largest gain in sales to date was achieved on the new Pursuit boats with a 73% increase over last year. As a Pursuit Gold Flagship Dealer, Yarmouth Boat Yard is among the top ten Pursuit dealers in the country and has been recognized for achieving excellence in customer satisfaction, among other categories.

Whether it is new and used boat sales, part & service, slip rentals, weatherization or storage, the crew at Yarmouth Boat Yard is here to help. For more information about our new and used boats, parts or services, visit www.yarmouthboatyard.com or stop by our marina and boat yard at 72 Lafayette Street in Yarmouth.

Steve Arnold Attends Marine Dealers Conference and Expo in Orlando

Yarmouth Boat Yard owner Steve Arnold recently attended the Marine Dealer's Conference & Expo held in Orlando, Florida. The education event offers attendees insights into best practices and strategies for strengthening their businesses through a myriad of different avenues in today's tough business climate.

"It is important for YBY to remain well-informed regarding the latest marine technology and business practices," said Arnold. "The Marine Dealer's Conference provides us with the opportunity to share and learn best practices from marine dealers across the country and receive top-notch education on a variety of specialized topics."

Bob Grout: Yarmouth Boat Yard's Downeast and Lobster Boat Specialist

Bob Grout has been a member of the Yarmouth Boat Yard sales team for two years. A native of Marblehead, Bob spent his childhood tuna fishing and sail boat racing in One Design and PHRF competitions on Mass Bay. Bob currently maintains his 100-ton Master’s License and his knowledge of boats and marine technology runs deep having owned over 25 boats in his lifetime.

Bob Grout is the Downeast and Lobster Boat Specialist at Yarmouth Boat Yard. He is pictured here with his sons Drew and Tucker after landing a 40 pound striper.

"I'm excited about the opportunities available at Yarmouth Boat Yard, particularly in the Lobster Boat and Downeast category," said Bob. "We are working on growing our inventory of Eastern and lobster boats available at the Yard. Anyone looking to trade-in, trade-up or trade-down from their existing lobster boat should give me a call. Our network of buyers and strong marketing programs makes us well-positioned to help you sell your boat."

Bob attended the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he received his degree in civil engineering. In his free time Bob enjoys tuna fishing and coaching the Yarmouth High School ski team. Bob resides in Yarmouth with his wife Ann and sons Drew and Tucker.

Pursuit Boats Grows Market Share in Northeast

The latest market data demonstrates Pursuit’s growth with a 13.7% increase in units sold for the NE Atlantic region. This growth occurred even as the market as a whole fell off by -13%.

"We're proud of our affiliation with Pursuit Boats who continues to gain market share by offering customers high performance, rugged vessels with luxury and yacht-like features," said Steve Arnold, owner of Yarmouth Boat Yard.



The Pursuit OS 375 is available at the Yarmouth Boat Yard.

Pursuit is the only manufacturer of the thirteen leading boat builders to record positive growth over last year. Yarmouth Boat Yard is a Gold Flagship Dealer for Pursuit Boats.

Yarmouth Boat Yard offers our clients a turn-key experience from new and used boat sales, storage, parts and service, showers and bathrooms and easy access to Casco Bay from one of our 150 boat slips.

Staff Profile: Andy Lebel, Sales

Andy is one of the fortunate people whose life passion and career path's are one in the same. A few weeks after graduating from UNH Andy began his tenure in the sales depatrment with the Yarmouth Boat Yard.

When he is not helping customers at the Yarmouth Boat Yard you will likely find Andy offshore enjoying his passion for fishing.

Today, over five years later, Andy is a seasoned new and pre-owned boat specialist having helped develop and launch the consignment division and with over 100 boat sales under his belt.

"It has been a priveledge to be part of the team at the Yarmouth Boat Yard and contribute to our growth and success over the last five years," said Andy. "Our number one goal is to offer our customers a turn-key experience and help them enjoy the waters along the Maine coast."

Andy's appreciation of the Maine coastline began as a child on Sturdivant Island in Casco Bay where he spent his summers. 

His knowledge of boats covers the gambit from mechanical know-how to the latest options available on the new Eastern and Pursuit models. When he is not working with clients at the boat yard you'll likely find him 40 miles offshore reeling in the catch of the day.