Brian Cunningham

Brian Cunningham is a seasoned luxury sales expert whose career spans over two decades across high-performance industries, including solar energy, finance, and high-line automotive. Currently serving as the National Director of Channel Sales for a leading national solar company, Brian specializes in cultivating strategic partnerships and building trusted relationships—skills that translate seamlessly into the world of yacht sales.

For the past 14 years, Brian has been at the forefront of the solar industry, leading large-scale teams, expanding national sales channels, and negotiating multimillion-dollar deals with precision and poise. Prior to his solar leadership roles, he spent eight years as Vice President of an Inc. 500 mortgage company, where he oversaw a team of nearly 100 and delivered record-setting growth. His early foundation in elite sales was built over 12 years in high-line auto, where he served as both Client Advisor and Sales Manager at BMW, developing a passion for providing a client experience that is second to none.

Now, as a dedicated yacht sales specialist, Brian brings this unmatched blend of relationship-building, executive leadership, and luxury market expertise to every transaction. A lifelong boating enthusiast and proud owner of three previous vessels, he offers clients more than just product knowledge—he offers authentic, lived experience and a genuine love for life on the water.

Based in Annapolis, Maryland, Brian combines business acumen with personal passion to deliver a yacht buying or selling experience that is elevated, seamless, and deeply personalized. Whether you’re seeking your first vessel or a flagship upgrade, Brian is the trusted partner who brings vision, integrity, and world-class service to every step of the journey.

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Michael Forsyth

Born and raised in Northern Ontario, Mike Forsyth has spent a lifetime on the water, developing a deep appreciation for boating that has grown into a true passion.  Now proudly serving as a Yacht Broker with Knot 10.  Mike brings the same dedication and customer first approach that made his family owned home renovation and HVAC business a trusted name.

Whether it’s weekends on Lake St. Clair or summers spent cruising the waterways, boating is more than a hobby it’s a way of life for Mike and his family.
Based in Windsor/Essex County and an active member of Beachgrove Golf and Country Club, Mike is thrilled to help clients navigate the buying and selling process with confidence.
His local knowledge, hands on experience, and genuine enthusiasm for the boating lifestyle make him a trusted resource for those looking to make the most of life on the water.
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Christy Jackowski

Christy Jackowski is a Closing Coordinator at Knot10, with expertise in finance and customer relations. Christy is responsible for managing the closing process, ensuring all documentation is accurate, complete, and delivered on time, while maintaining seamless communication with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.

With a strong background in financial processes and client communication, Christy has consistently delivered efficient, high-quality service, helping clients navigate complex transactions with ease. Her attention to detail and ability to manage multiple moving parts ensure that every closing runs smoothly from start to finish.

Christy is dedicated to continuous professional development, with a focus on enhancing her skills in financial coordination and customer service to further support Knot10’s commitment to excellence in every transaction.

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Justin Abernethy

With a career in yachting that began in 2007 on the northern Chesapeake Bay, Justin brings a deep and well-rounded knowledge of the industry to every client interaction. He started as a technician and moved to Fort Lauderdale in 2009, where he served as an internal surveyor for a prominent yacht sales company. In that role, he inspected and evaluated hundreds of vessels ranging from 25 to 150 feet, gaining invaluable insights into different brands and boat types. Later, Justin took on leadership roles as service manager, project manager, and eventually VP of Operations for an OEM manufacturer specializing in yachts from 70 to 120 feet. His extensive experience with boat building, systems, and manufacturer tendencies ensures that his clients receive expert guidance throughout their yachting journey. Whether you’re looking to sell your boat or find the perfect one, working with Justin guarantees a seamless and unforgettable experience.

John Peterson

John Peterson grew up in Maine, where he spent his summers lobstering on Casco Bay with his uncle, fostering a lifelong connection to the water.

After high school, John enlisted in the United States Coast Guard, embarking on a distinguished 22-year career. Rising through the ranks from enlisted member to Warrant Officer and ultimately to Commissioned Officer, John served in a variety of roles, including as a medical services officer at multiple Coast Guard clinics. Notably, he was the medical officer aboard the USCGC Polar Sea, contributing to critical missions in extreme environments.

Following his military retirement, John continued his service to others by practicing emergency medicine at hospitals across Maine, North Carolina, and South Carolina. In 2008, he transitioned to a second retirement and pursued his passion for the sea by opening a yacht brokerage.

Today, John is a Certified Professional Yacht Broker and an active member of both the International Yacht Brokers Association and the Yacht Brokers Association of America. His academic background includes degrees from Western Illinois University, Duke University, the University of Nebraska, and the University of Notre Dame.

John and his wife, Dr. Vivian Peterson, live in New Bern, North Carolina. Together, they support numerous animal welfare causes and are proud benefactors of local organizations.

In 2025, John joined Knot 10 Yacht Sales, bringing his wealth of experience and integrity to clients along the entire East Coast.

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Frederick E Beu

As a long-time boat and yacht owner with over 25 years of boating and living on the Chesapeake Bay, I am honored to join Knot 10 and return to the Yacht Brokerage business to help others to enjoy and appreciate the lifestyle and fulfillment of spending time on the water.  I have had the privilege of significant success in serving customers and clients for over 40 years in a sales or leadership capacity within the yacht business as well as in healthcare, industrial and consulting fields.  I take great pleasure and pride in thoroughly understanding the customers’ interests and representing them to achieve their objectives… buying or selling.

Based on my experience as an upper-level executive in large professional organizations – I understand the complexities of the yacht sales process and can relate very well to prospective buyers and sellers of significant valued yachts as well as smaller vessels.

Fred resides in an historic home (built in 1771) on the Corsica River in Centreville, MD, with his lovely wife Fern and their beloved Giant and Standard Schnauzers.  When not helping others to enjoy the many pleasures of the boating lifestyle, they love to travel (recently completed a 2-week African safari) and remain active with snow skiing, scuba diving and life on the Chesapeake Bay.  Fred also enjoys designing and building custom furniture in his private woodworking shop.

Let’s go boating…

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Wayne Thompson

After being raised around boats in southern New Jersey, I developed a love for being on the water. I have been working in the marine industry for 35 Years in South Florida. I have held positions as parts manager, service manager, warranty claims administrator and dry stack facility manager. I have also been a licensed captain for 35 years, worked as a tow boat operator and ran my own charter fishing boat. Currently living on a classic Chris Craft with my young son and looking to help others create lasting memories on the water.