Maritimo appoints business development director

Australian luxury motor yacht manufacturer Maritimo has expanded its senior management team with the appointment of Bill Michel as director of business development for the Americas.

Michel will complement Maritimo Americas’ team across multiple areas, including dealer and sales development, customer service, and marketing. He is based in south Florida and will travel throughout the Americas to engage with Maritimo’s sales teams and customer base.

“Maritimo is in a period of unprecedented growth,” says Dave Northrop, Maritimo’s president of the Americas. “Having someone of Bill’s calibre and background to help lead us into the future and help manage our continued anticipated growth is a key element to our long-term initiatives.”

Prior to joining Maritimo, Michel was the managing director of SureShade and new product development for Lippert; owner of TaylorMade Systems, Lewmar, and SureShade.

“I’ve followed Maritimo’s success for years and enjoyed a prior working relationship with Dave Northrop,” says Michel. “To be able to join this team and company at such an exciting time is truly a wonderful opportunity. During the past few months, I’ve really enjoyed getting to know all our wonderful owners as well and look forward to meeting them all.”