Bill Bergin is the president and founder of Sandy Hook Yacht Sales, which opened for business in 1983. Actively selling new and brokerage power and sailboats since the early 70’s, Bill prides himself on helping his customers match their needs and dreams with the right boats. Bill is a past board member of the Yacht Brokers Association of America. A devoted husband, father, chef, oenophile and wine-maker, Bill is as comfortable in the kitchen, or skiing with his family, as he is behind the helm of a luxury yacht.
Born and raised on the Jersey shore, Hank has boated his whole life. After graduating college, he moved to Florida where he built custom boats with a talented group of people. In 1975 he sold his first boat, which launched a career that has led him to being one of the most respected yacht brokers in the Northeast and co-owner of Sandy Hook Yacht Sales.
Brian has been a new boat salesman and yacht broker with Sandy Hook Yacht Sales for over 18 years. “With my experience I have learned that by being truthful and delivering on my promises I gain the respect and confidence of my customers. Working for Sandy Hook Yacht Sales I have the opportunity to interact with new people every day, as well as assisting my previous customers with their boating needs.”
Kevin has been Sandy Hook Yacht Sales’ Ocean County representative since 1995, having relocated from Maryland where he sailed and lived aboard his Sabre 34 out of Annapolis. Kevin is the first yacht broker in New Jersey to earn the prestigious “Certified Professional Yacht Broker” designation from the Yacht Brokers Association of America, and proudly serves that organization on its Board of Directors and its membership committee. Prior to yacht brokerage, Kevin consulted and provided expert testimony on matters of economics and finance. In addition to his love of the water and sailing, Kevin and his wife love to travel with friends and family, experience other cultures, drink marvelous wines and partake of fabulous food!
Charley, manager of the Jersey City office at Liberty Landing Marina, joined Sandy Hook Yacht Sales August 1, 1999, after boat sales with two other dealerships from 1979. He is a retired Coast Guard Licensed captain and a former boating safety instructor. He was also a journalist, advertising executive and speech writer, before retiring in 1976. He has been in boating since 1934.
Raised at the New Jersey shore, Kirk started working as a mate on charter boats in Belmar as a teenager. A licensed captain since 1979, Kirk holds a 100 Ton N/C Masters License. From 1978 to 1993 he worked as a captain running privately owned sport fishing boats in New Jersey and Florida. In 1993 he moved on to captain commuter ferries in New York harbor. The move into the yacht brokerage field was a natural progression for someone who has spent an entire career working on boats.
Ross joined Sandy Hook Yacht Sales in the fall of 2003 and has successfully sold both new and pre-owned vessels during his time here. A long term boater, Ross has cruised extensively as well as lived aboard and he has effectively used this experience in the sales process. Prior to joining Sandy Hook Yacht Sales, Ross worked for three major corporations and for over 25 years ran his own consulting business. He brings dedication, integrity, and enthusiam to his dealings with customers at all levels. Call Ross today at our Jersey City location for all your boating needs!
Sheri Runne is our warm spirited and level-headed Office Manager who has been in charge of the administrative responsibilities of Sandy Hook Yacht Sales since DAY 1! Sheri started with Bill Bergin in 1983. Sheri’s responsibilities include preparing all transactional transfer of ownership paperwork and dealing with various state, national and international authorities on all ownership matters, as well as all payroll, billing, accounts payable, accounting and internal reporting requirements. Sheri has substantial training in multiple software suites and protocols. Sheri’s family boats at a high performance level. Husband, Rich and high school age son, Dylan, are both champion race boat drivers! Sheri travels with Rich and Dylan to many race venues throughout North America in her family “Land Yacht.”
Brenda Reamy has been our Receptionist and Assistant Office Manager since 1992 and “web-maven” since 1995. Brenda handles the lion’s share of our Vessel Listing documentation. Brenda maintains our web presence and enables our internet marketing efforts via her skills maneuvering a number of Multiple Listing Services (MLS), including Yachtworld, BoatWizard, and more. Brenda’s fine attention to detail serves well in her responsibilities here at Sandy Hook. Brenda is also our resident gardening expert and bird-watcher extraordinaire, and has recently become a skilled wild life photographer!
