Rarely, if ever, has such a team of world-class professionals been assembled in the field of marina management as at International Marinas. Their experience, accomplishments and dedication speak for themselves.

Kaye Pearson – Chairman of International Marinas. He is also the Chairman of Yachting Promotions., Inc. / Show Management – has over 30 years of experience in presenting more than 200 boat shows, including the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. He has designed and installed dock systems, providing accommodations for more than 1,200 boats of up to 200 feet in length. He is an electrical contractor and a designer of power source and distribution systems for the largest yachts in existence. Mr. Pearson, through his various related marine interests, has been involved in the design and/or specifications for numerous marina projects.

Walt McCrory, CEO of International Marinas. He is also the Chairman and CEO of Port Developers. Mr. McCrory is an attorney and Certified Public Accountant. He has been involved at the senior management level of commercial and residential real estate development and management for the past 30 years. He has also been the chairman of a substantial food distribution company and a leasing company.

Fred A. Barboni Chief Operating Officer- Fred has been involved in resort and marina operations, real estate and recurring revenue business models with a history of outstanding results. He has proven particularly effective in leading multi-unit operations. Prior to joining International Marinas he was a Senior Executive Officer with Enterprise Rent a Car, where he was instrumental in the rapid growth of the Florida markets for the Company. He has had a lifelong passion for boating and water sports and comes with a consummate understanding of marine related trends and boater’s expectations.

Ed Stone – Senior Partner of Edward D. Stone, Jr. and Associates (EDSA) – provides expertise in planning and design. EDSA has worldwide experience in site planning and design of large commercial projects, including numerous hotel, marina, golf course and resort communities. Mr. Stone was appointed to the Commission of Fine Arts by Presidents Nixon, Ford and Carter. In 1994, he was warded the Gold Medal of the American Society of Landscape Architects for Lifetime Achievement in Planning and Design, Mr. Stone serves as Vice President, Secretary and Director of Port Developers.

Bob Gates received a Bachelor of Science degree from the United States Merchant Marine Academy and holds a Chief Engineer’s License. He is the founder and retired Chairman of Gates Construction Corporation, giving him extensive experience in the construction of marine facilities and port development. In 1991, Gates Construction was acquired by Great Lakes Dredge &Dock Company, one of the oldest and largest marine construction companies in the Western Hemisphere. Mr. Gates is Chairman of Gates Realty Corp. and a Director of Port Developers.