Chris Dellow grew up boating on the rivers and lakes of Upstate New York. He combined his interest in maritime work with a desire to serve, earning a bachelor’s degree in Marine Transportation from the State University of New York Maritime College and a U.S. Coast Guard Third Mate’s license for vessels of unlimited tonnage.

After graduation, Chris joined the Marine Corps, where he served as a platoon commander in the Maritime Raid Force Boat Platoon and deployed to the Middle East and South America with Small Craft Company. Throughout his 24 years of active-duty service, he maintained a strong connection to the maritime community while continuing to boat and fish in his personal life.

Today, Chris works in the maritime science and technology field, helping clients better understand and define their requirements and supporting the training of new mariners around the world. He has owned and operated powerboats and sailboats in North Carolina, Florida, Hawaii, and Virginia, and holds a U.S. Coast Guard 100-ton Master’s license with a towing endorsement.

Whether trolling offshore for mahi-mahi and wahoo, fishing for snapper and grouper in the Keys, or cruising the Potomac and Chesapeake, Chris feels most at home on the water. His military service reinforced the importance of integrity and clear, consistent communication—values he brings to his work with clients and colleagues.