Ann Auwerda
San Diego
Summary
Experienced USCG-licensed Captain with a Sailing Endorsement and a strong background in vessel operation up to 50GT on both sail and powerboats. Proven expertise in charter and fleet management, client engagement, and multi-day sailing expeditions. Certified by ASA (101, 103, 104, 114) with a passion for seamanship, safety, and exceptional customer service.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Captain / Operator
West Coast Multihulls
04.2022 - Current
- Charter base and fleet management for catamarans.
- Oversaw daily charter operations, vessel readiness, and guest briefings
- Served as first mate and captain on numerous day and multi-day charters
Deckhand / Operator
Private Charter
- Assisted with docking, navigation, and guest services
- Provisioning, route planning, and watchkeeping on a multi-day voyage
- 12-day Expedition on Fountaine Pajot Saba 50
Operator/ 1st Mate
Sailing Expeditions
01.2022 - 04.2025
- Lead or assisted in passage planning, offshore sailing, and anchoring
- Vessels: Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40, Excess 11
- 10 trips
Fleet Manager
Carefree Boat Club
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Coordinated maintenance, cleaning, and scheduling for multi-vessel fleet
- Member onboarding and safety orientations
- Dates
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
San Diego State University
San Diego, CASkills
- Vessel Operation (Sail & Power, up to 50GT)
- Charter Planning & Provisioning
- Fleet Management & Maintenance Coordination
- Client Relations & Guest Experience
- Safety Protocols & Emergency Response
- Navigation, Docking, Mooring, Maneuvering
Certification
- USCG Captain's License (OUPV or Master 50GT) with Sailing Endorsement
- ASA Certified: 101 (Basic Keelboat), 103 (Coastal Cruising), 104 (Bareboat Cruising), 114 (Cruising Catamaran)
ADDITIONAL INFO
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Comfortable operating in coastal and offshore environments
- Strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on guest satisfaction
- Available for private charters, deliveries, instruction, and base support
Timeline
Captain / Operator
West Coast Multihulls
04.2022 - Current
Operator/ 1st Mate
Sailing Expeditions
01.2022 - 04.2025
Fleet Manager
Carefree Boat Club
09.2020 - 05.2021
Deckhand / Operator
Private Charter
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
San Diego State University
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