MEET THE CREW
Evans Bay Yacht and Motor Boat Club has a dedicated crew involved in steering the Club into the future.
Meet them below to find why they are involved and what they do around the Club.
JANE THOMASSEN
Commodore
Jane has been involved with the Club for nearly thirty years. She began sailing as a crew on a Laser 2 with her husband Remy which is always a solid test of a relationship. Jane now sails a Paper Tiger, and has been crowned Women's National Champion multiple times.
As Commodore, Jane is ultimately the skipper of the Club and is responsible for the overall organisation and management. You can contact Jane via commodore@ebymbc.org.nz
NEIL CURRIE
Vice Commodore
Neil, or "Pugwash" as he is known to many, is a Life Member of EBYMBC and has had a long relationship with the Club looking after the support boats that ensure we can safely run club activities on the water.
As Vice Commodore, Neil is in charge of the sailing activities at the Club and you will find him on the water helping run events whenever something is on. You can contact Neil via vicecommodore@ebymbc.org.nz
DAVID NALDER
Rear Commodore
David is a dedicated sailing dad who is a Yachting New Zealand qualified Learn to Sail and Learn to Race Coach as well as a keen sailor himself. He has a trailer yacht that he loves to get out on the water and enjoy.
As Rear Commodore, David has responsibility for the operation of the Clubhouse and land based social events including the bar. You can contact David via rearcommodore@ebymbc.org.nz
DAVIN MURDOCH
Sailing Academy Officer
Davin is a keen sailor and Yachting NZ qualified Coach. When he's not running Adult Learn to Sail, he can often be found at Evans Bay on a windsurfer or in various dinghies, including his beloved 470.
As Sailing Academy Officer, Davin has responsibility for the Evans Bay Learn to Sail Programme, including the coaches and Academy sailing fleet.
You can contact Davin via evansbayacademy@gmail.com
JAMES MCCARTHY
Club Captain
James is a keen sailor who has been involved with boats his entire life. He currently owns a 40ft keelboat named Bullistic. He is also a dedicated sailing dad to his son who has recently started sailing.
As Club Captain, James is responsible for the maintenance of the Club facilities. You can contact James via clubcaptain@ebymbc.org.nz
PETER MAHERIDIS
Slipway Manager
Peter has caught the sailing bug later in life, but is making up for lost time with his heavy involvement in the Club. He currently owns and races (at every oppourtunity) a Raven 26 keelboat.
As Slipway Manager, Peter is responsible for the management and operation of the Club's slipway and hardstand area. You can contact Peter via slipway@ebymbc.org.nz
RYAN LEATHAM
General Manager
Ryan, or "Rowdy" as he is known to everyone around here, has spent his life in yacht clubs. A qualified Chartered Accountant, he decided the corporate life wasn't for him and started down the coaching path before moving into yachting administration.
As General Manager, Rowdy is responsible for the overall operation and financial sustainability of the Club. You can contact Ryan via gm@ebymbc.org.nz