Grand prix yacht racers realize the benefits of professional and efficient operations. To compete at high levels, it is paramount that all aspects of an event flow as smoothly as possible. Only with a highly organized effort may a team compete at its optimum; we are all familiar how one small pre-race disturbance can cause repercussions which disrupt the entire event. Additionally, it is more and more often becoming the case that to attract and retain talent and exceptional sailors, high levels of readiness and organization are expected.

Managing a yacht racing program calls for a special set of skills. Deeply detailed project managers must oversee yacht preparation and transportation. Travel and accommodation arrangements must be made with the unique needs of yacht racers in mind. Riggers, sailmakers, divers, etc. must all be pre-arranged and standing by for any contingency during the event. Marketing and PR savvy must be employed to present the best team image, for sponsors, owners, press, and competitors. And, of course, the people supporting the team must be deeply familiar with the yacht racing circuit and industry. More than ever, running a yacht racing campaign is akin to running a business…

Deep BLue Yachting is proud to have partnered with J World, the Performance Sailing School and Club to provide world class coaching and instruction. For more details, see www.sailing-jworld.com or contact us.

Deep Blue Racing brings a level of organization and efficiency expected in the business world to the business (and, of course, pleasure!) of racing yachts. Let us take care of the details so that your team is free to focus on getting the boat around the course.

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