Dean’s love for the water began in 1994, renting jet skis on Belle River’s West Beach. His passion for the water quickly grew into a career at Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales, where he became one of the top salespeople worldwide for Cruisers Yachts. During his time there, Dean also specialized in selling luxury brands like Viking and Sunseeker Yachts, honing his expertise in the high-end yacht market.

Building on this success, Dean founded Freedom Marine in Harrison Township, MI, where he became the exclusive Great Lakes distributor for Riviera Yachts, a leading Australian brand. His dealership earned a strong reputation for delivering exceptional service in both new and used boat sales.

More recently, Dean became the first Canadian broker for Knot 10 Yacht Sales, introducing the company to the Canadian market with great enthusiasm. His efforts helped establish Knot 10 as a trusted option for Canadian clients seeking quality boat brokerage services at great value, further solidifying his role as a leader in the industry.

Today, Dean and his family run a successful boat rental company in Lakeshore, Ontario, on the shores of Lake St. Clair—Canada’s premier sport lake, which borders Michigan. His extensive experience in cross-border transactions makes him an invaluable resource for clients navigating boat sales between Canada and the U.S.

An active member of the Windsor Yacht Club and Beach Grove Golf & Country Club, Dean is deeply connected in the Ontario boating community. With decades of experience and a genuine passion for life on the water, Dean is dedicated to helping others find the perfect vessel.