WHO ARE WE
WE are yacht owners, we are captains, we are the bridge between sea and shore.
WE provide protection, profit and pleasure, while casting away risk.
MEET
THE
CREW
IAN SEALEY II
Ian Crispin Sealey II was born and raised in Freeport, Grand Bahama. He is a well determined individual and proud Warrior of his Alma Mater, Bishop Michael Eldon High School. Being a born boat lover, Ian furthered his studies at Texas A&M Maritime Academy. He graduated in the academy’s Class of 2020 and is now a proud Alumni. As a result of his love for boats, Ian is a Certified 2nd Mate and First Responder with complete certifications in in Ship Survey. Furthermore, he has his Tankermans PiC.
Ian is driven by the current state of his country and would do anything he can to make that modern change. His ambition sets him aside from the rest. In 2018, he gained a vision filled with dreams of success and fortune. He also found his love for his home country growing day by day, which changed his mind set and made him more empathetic and motivated than ever before. In 2020, during Covid, Ian made the decision to move back home to Freeport, Grand Bahama from Texas. Despite the struggles he faced, he persevered to make it to the stage he is at today.
Ian believes his purpose is to make a difference, change lives, and give opportunities to Bahamians that never got the chance. This is his pursuit of happiness and his daily motivation to step into his workplace and put forth his best efforts. Ian is always finding different ways to improve and get ahead - from networking to nonstop working. He currently resides in Nassau, New Providence. Ian Sealey II is “that guy,” a sailor and businessman, living by his mantra “good vibes with great people.” As a man that loves to smile and laugh, he is all about peace and happiness, and attempts to bring those same emotions to everyone he encounters.
MICHAEL GRANDES
Michael has always found herself surrounded by the salty air, sea, and boats, making his passion for anything related, come naturally. The waters of The Bahamas, she considers her backyard.
He is a local Bahamian who grew up in the island of Andros, The Bahamas’ gem of paradise. In his senior years of high school, he relocated to Nassau where he was introduced to the life of sailing. Mike then moved and lived on Long Island for a ten years where he lived the real island life of fishing, sponging, and farming. However, he found himself moving back to Nassau.
Mike loves traveling and exploring new places and ironically has always found himself to be drawn to places on the sea, not far from marinas and beaches. It’s as if the salt life keeps close proximity on purpose.
In 2020, Mike was given the fortunate opportunity to make what he has been doing all his life into a career with the management role of Island Yachts, the yacht charter side of Bahamas Central.
Mike is ready to take on this new endeavor with the operations of Bahamas Central and alongside an amazing team he is confident that there is no job too big or small that they cannot take on together.
PETER BRUCE
Peter has been enamoured with this burgeoning sector for as long as he can remember. As a youth, he spent weekend upon weekend with his family on various water-crafts, fostering his aspirations for luxury living. When combined with his passion for hospitality, Peter’ path to Bahamas Central was set.
Peter is a proud Alumni of Johnson & Wales University where he completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel & Lodging Management, with a minor in Sports, Entertainment & Event Management. Simultaneously, Peter attained his Associates in Human Resource Administration graduating with honors.
Peter dedicated years as a Management Trainee for Sandals Resorts International. His reputation as a dedicated team player and competent manager landed him an opportunity to showcase his skills at Rosewood Baha Mar. He accepted a position as Assistant Front Office Manager, where he was recognized as the associate’s choice for Top Manager during his full tenure.
Peter's baptism to the industry began when he accepted an offer as Baha Mar’s Residential Sales & Marketing Manager. Peter was then presented with an offer from one of HG Christie’s top listing agents to be an Apprentice & Sales Assistant, solidifying his destiny to become a real estate agent.
Beyond his profession, Peter is a companion of nature and peace. A testament to his consistent optimism and tranquil disposition, he considers it his duty to put smiles on the faces of anyone that comes into contact with him.