I was told at a young age that Time Flies when you are having fun. As I look back,
it is still hard for me to imagine that we are preparing for our 5th Ft. Lauderdale
Boat Show. That is correct. It has been over five years since I founded MARITME
FINANCE!
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our clients, dealers, brokers
and vendors that have supported us during the past five years. I appreciate their
continued support. I would also like to thank our exceptionally dedicated and
professional employees and sales staff. The efforts of Maritime’s crew are
vital to our many past and future accomplishments. Some notable accomplishments
are:
1. Expansion: Opened a regional office in SC in 2002
2. Corporate Headquarters: Purchased our office building in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
in 2003.
3. Sources: Signed operating agreements with 12 major lending institutions throughout
the country. This ensures our clients will receive the most competitive rates
and terms for their yacht financing needs.
4. Coverage: Continuing coverage at all major Boat Shows on the East Coast.
5. Marketing: Support and Sponsorship of major Fishing Tournaments and Rendezvous
in the US as well as from the Bahamas to Costa Rica, SA.
6. Growth: Successfully funded in excess of $350,000,000 in yacht loans since
inception.
7. New Products: Launched RV financing program during 2004.
Most recently, we have joined together with many prominent Marine Lending Service
Companies to form an association that is specific to our industry. The association
is “Professional Association of Marine Lenders” and I will be serving
as the President. The goal of the Association is to provide a unified voice
for the service companies engaged in the YACHT FINANCING business, to maintain
industry integrity, initiate adherence to an industry-wide code of ethics and
strengthen industry standards. Maritime is also proud members of the national
Marine Bankers Association, Florida Yacht Brokers Association and Marine Industry
Association of South Florida.
I hope you enjoy our newsletter and find it informative.
Best Regards,
Jeff Johnson