At the Helm
Captain Jeff Melvin
In addition to his long and successful career in the software industry, Capt. Jeff Melvin has had a lifelong passion for boating, both power and sail. At an early age, he began plying the waters off Massachusetts and Rhode Island, first with his family’s boats, and then with his own vessels.
Capt. Jeff received his 50-ton Master Captain’s license after successfully completing the required course work at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy.
Below is a list of some of the high points of his significant boating and captaining experience.
USCG Captain’s license – 50-Ton Master
Lifelong operator of sail and power yachts
20+ year owner/captain: 2001 Tiara 38 Open
Annual New England-based cruising voyages
Significant offshore fishing experience
Three-time Oak Bluffs Monster Shark Tournament captain
Additional experience:
Delivery of 49 Hylas from Ft Lauderdale to Pt Judith (outside)
Delivery of 350 Realm from Cape Cod to Charleston (inside)
Crewed in the Marion to Bermuda sailboat race
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