Mike has over 20 years of hands-on experience and has attended Yamaha’s Technical Training Center in Kennesaw, Ga. His extensive course studies earned him the designation “Master Technician”, the absolute highest Yamaha certification a technician can attain and that an elite few can achieve. He also has a degree from the American Marine Institute graduating with honors. Mike was previously an owner/operator of Blackbeard Marine located in Oak Island, NC.
Yamaha Certifications: Yamaha Master Technician, Outboard Systems, Fuel Systems, Four Stroke System, Drive Train, Electrical Systems, Advanced Troubleshooting, Helm Master Systems, Diagnostic Systems, XTO Offshore, Advanced Offshore, Helm Master EX
Dane has 15 Years experience working in large boatyards and dealerships in Connecticut and Brunswick County. He attended the New England Institute of Technology in Providence, RI where he received his degree in Marine Technology. His studies allowed him to gain knowledge in numerous aspects of the boating industry. Dane also has numerous Yamaha certifications from Yamaha’s Technical Center.
Yamaha Certifications: Inline Systems, V-Engines, Drive Train Systems, Helm Master EX