Meet the owner

Michael Anthony

Michael Anthony's passion for boating traces back to his earliest memories on Lake Geneva in Wisconsin, where he began his maritime journey alongside his grandfather. At just five years old, Michael's grandfather entrusted him with the helm of a 13-foot Lyman boat powered by a 7.5 hp Evinrude motor. Demonstrating his ability to handle, dock, and care for the boat, Michael earned the privilege of solo excursions – a pivotal moment that ignited his lifelong love for boating.

Determined and resourceful from a young age, Michael's desire to own his first boat at the age of 11 drove him to take matters into his own hands. When his father declined to buy the boat, Michael borrowed $10 from his father and invested it in a lawn mower. With an entrepreneurial spirit, he secured several mowing jobs in his neighborhood that same day, earning enough to repay his father and cover the fuel expenses. Michael negotiated a deal with the boat's seller, agreeing to pay $5 a week for the cherished vessel. This marked the inception of his journey into self-employment and boat ownership, a journey that has spanned 59 years of buying, selling, and restoring boats purely for the love of the craft. Michael continues to indulge in his passion for boats, ensuring that his lifelong devotion to the maritime world lives on.

Michael's family enjoying the 13' Lyman

Michael & his brother enjoying his boat

Randall Burg

As a driven and experienced professional with a proactive "Get it Done" approach, I bring years of successful engagement in yacht sales and operations to the table. My expertise includes exceptional customer service, and the development and training of sales teams. I excel in delivering hands-on client training, and managing boats and their listings. Additionally, I possess a deep understanding of boat maintenance and yard operations, ensuring a well-rounded skill set to best ensure that you receive the utmost in services you need and the attention you desire whether you are buying or selling your vessel.

Rob Welch

"My name is Rob Welch. My love for boats began in the serene waters of New York's Finger Lakes. From a young age, I knew I had a deep connection with boats. I would spend countless hours out on the water and meticulously restoring them on the side as a hobby. In fact, in 1986, at just 18 years old, I decided I need on a summer-long project so I challenged myself to revive a wooden runabout, a cherished possession that remains in my care to this day!

My professional journey has been intertwined with his lifelong love affair with boats. While his career has seen him excel in the electronics industry, his heart has always remained tethered to the water. Now, as he looks ahead to the next chapter of his life, Rob eagerly anticipates retiring from his current profession to fully immerse himself in the world of boating, where his true passion lies.

Being out on a boat, on the water is the greatest gift I have been given."

Janet Wagner

Janet brings a wealth of expertise to the world of yacht sales and marketing, with a professional background in interior and product design. Collaborating with Michael since 1992, she has lent her creative touch to a variety of projects and business ventures. With a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for both the aesthetic and functional aspects of boats, Janet is involved in product design, interior staging, and managing contracts for yacht sales.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Janet's passion for yacht sailboat racing has spanned over two decades. She's navigated through countless course races, port-to-ports, and prestigious regattas, including ten Chicago to Mackinac races and three Fort Lauderdale to Key West races, alongside Key West Race Week. From sleek 50-footers to nimble Penguins and Hobies, Janet's racing experience adds another dimension to her understanding of the maritime world.

Estella Fransbergen

Estella Fransbergen, an accomplished artist, has been extracting clay from the rivers of South Africa since the tender age of 8. Unbeknownst to her parents, she would ignite fires to transform her sculptures. To this day, Estella continues to fire her artwork in an open wood fire, employing the ancient Raku technique—a process that came naturally to her.

As a world-class international sculptress, Estella’s work graces galleries across the United States and Europe. Estella's sculptures are on several Mega yachts and on the new Ritz Carlton cruise ship. Estella has developed a love for boats and assists us in placing art on our vessels that we stage for sale. She handles logistics of scheduling, moving vessels, scheduling maintenance services, painting, cleaning, decluttering and organizing. In addition she coordinates the crew and staff. She is the grounding foundation for our group.

For more information about Estella’s art, visit her website: www.Estellafransbergen.com

OUR MARKETING TEAM

AdVantagePoint Marketing

Our marketing team keeps us visible online and ensures that our customers understand what we do and why everyone should use Michael Anthony Yacht Services. In fact, this website was developed by them as well.

They incorporate Artificial Intelligence into their marketing campaigns, which helps us market your vessel consistently on time, and to the right audience, by writing engaging and insightful articles and advertisements.

Their 26+ years of marketing experience can normally get your vessel sold quickly.