Dana Motlik has been enjoying life in the Pacific NW for more then twenty years. She lives with her family in beautiful Gig Harbor. Dana loves boating and anything to do with being close to the water. She spends a lot of time on the docks, working, relaxing and visiting with boaters. Her job is her passion, and that is why she will do anything to make your boat buying or selling process as enjoyable as possible. Dana’s clients have been coming back to her over the years because of her honesty, friendliness, professionalism, never ending energy, and because she is fun to work with. She is also a great source of references of local marine professionals. Buying or selling a boat? Give Dana a call and she will take it from there! Call Dana at 253-732-7342 or email dana@nwyachtnet.com
Dana works out of our Tacoma Office

Born on Lake Washington, boating has been in Kelly's blood. His father built wooden boats in the 60's and assisted with the building of Unlimited Hydroplanes. Today Kelly and his wife Leanne continue to enjoy the passion of boating in the Pacific Northwest. They are active members in the Tacoma Yacht Club and are on the water as often as possible. They are year around boaters in their 46 Hershine..Call Kelly Tanner at 253-951-8894 or email kelly@nwyachtnet.com
Kelly works out of our Tacoma office

Michael Locatell CPYB founded Discovery Yachts 27 years ago to serve the Offshore & Coastal Cruising Community. Born in Oregon, Michael, spent two years in the US Army stationed in Karlsruhe Germany. After a 30 year career with the NCR Corp, starting as an NCR service apprentice, he retired as the Country Director of CSD, NCR do Brazil. Michael & and his wife of 53 years, Elizabeth, moved to Seattle WA from São Paulo Brazil after living in Portland Oregon and Eagle River Alaska.

As an officer and President of the Northwest Yachts Broker Association, Michael helped found the nationwide program for Certified Professional Yacht Brokers a few years ago as an effort to raise the level of professionalism in the North American Yacht Brokerage industry. Not only is Michael one of the first CPYB Yacht Brokers in North America but NW Yachtnet is one of the few West Coast Yachts Brokerages that is a CPYB Endorsed Brokerage.

The Locatells have been boaters for over 42 years and have owned new & and used sailing & power yachts in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Sweden, France and Holland. With Michael’s yachting and racing experience in North American waters, Alaska, Sweden, the Caribbean, Mediterranean Sea, and a Cape Horn Circumnavigation he is eager to help our customers find the right new or brokerage yacht or to help our customers sell an existing yacht.

Call Michael at 206-459-0880 cell or E-mail mikel@nwyachtnet.com Michael works out of our Seattle office

Born and raised in Tacoma,Washington in an avid boating family, Steve was running boats in South Sound on his own by age 9, brought a commercial fishing vessel down from SE Alaska at age 17 with a college classmate. Neighbors and friends are part of Tacoma history in the commercial shipyard business and the pioneers of the mega-yacht business in the Northwest, Peterson Shipbuilding, later Cooks Marine Specialties, Les Jones of Jones Goodell and Norm Nordlund of Nordlund Yachts. Steve enjoyed a career of 32 years in executive positions with Weyerhaeuser in the financial arena and later, closely associated with International Marketing. Steve is a graduate of the U of W Graduate School of Business “Management Program” and also holds a Masters of Business Administration (Honors). Upon his retirement, he joined Fraser Yachts in Seattle in 1999, became a Certified Professional Yacht Broker in one of the first classes offered, and has successfully worked in large yacht brokerage and several other firms before joining the NW Yachtnet team. “Yacht brokerage allows me to bring together all of my skills from the Corporate ivory tower, international business and my deep knowledge of big yachts from the perspective of personal ownership, new construction, maintenance and refits, to chartering all over the world to support my clients.” Steve has chartered in SE Alaska for over 30 seasons, run 15+ seasons offshore for tuna on the Washington coast, and 20 plus seasons on the Billfish and tournament scene in Kona, Hawaii. Steve and his beautiful wife Pamela of 55 years, have cruised over 1000 days at sea, cruising most parts of the world, including a full circumnavigation in 2013 and a second circumnavigation in 3 legs, completed in 2019. He is an FAA licensed Commercial Pilot with Instrument, Land/Sea Ratings, Airline Dispatcher’s Rating, with aspirations for a Jet-type rating and a helicopter rating, also a Washington licensed Real Estate Broker specializing in Commercial/Income Properties. “Keeping active is the best way to stay young and I thoroughly enjoy my clients and pursuing big yachts around the world. YES, Real Estate, Airplanes and Yachts have interesting synergy. Come in and chat with me about this! My goal is to meet as a client and become a long-term friend while sharing my knowledge and experience!!”
Call Steven Shull at 253-677-8950 cell or email steven@nwyachtnet.com
Steven works remotely traveling the country looking at boats for his clients

Gig Harbor based Eddie Sauthoff has been boating in Puget Sound for many years. He especially likes exploring new places with his 40' Silverton that he keeps moored at Chinook Landing in Tacoma. Being an active boater helps him understand his clients wants and needs. He also takes great pride in helping his them find the right boat to fulfill their boating dreams. If you are looking for a sail or power boat or need help selling either, give Eddie a call.

Call Eddie at 253-307-8935 cell or email eddie@nwyachtnet.com
Eddie works out of our Tacoma Office

Louie Nelson has been boating,both power and sail,for 35 plus years. He has been an active member of Tacoma Yacht Club for over 25 years and lives on his boat there. Louie has cruised up and down Puget Sound, the San Juan Islands and the Canadian Gulf Islands. He has also sailed yachts to Hawaii and the Caribbean. Louie understands how important it is listen to what you want,need and dream of in your next boat....

Call Louie at 503-319-4738 cell or email louis@nwyachtnet.com
Louis works out of our Seattle Office

Matt van den Heuvel was born and raised in Gig Harbor Washington and grew up boating/fishing/wakeboarding on the Puget Sound. Matt and his wife Bre are raising a family of 3 boys on Horsehead Bay in Gig Harbor after meeting in College at Western Washington University. Matt and Bre have created some of their best memories to date on boat trips with their Family. Matt began exploring the south sound on a 13 ft Aluminum boat with his brother at age 7 and has enjoyed running and operating many types, sizes, and styles of vessels. Matt currently Captains a 70' Ocean Alexander for his Family. After buying and selling many boats through Brokerages over the years, Matt's approach to selling boats is simple; to Treat his Clients how he would like to be treated during the buying and selling process. Matt has a Masters in Business from University of Washington and strong sales background which he enjoys pairing with his passion for boating.

Call Matt v at 253-225-0391 cell or email mattv@nwyachtnet.com
Matt v works out of our Tacoma office

Dub has had a diverse background from grocery store owner, food brokerage owner, art gallery owner and yacht broker. Dub and his wife Susan have six grown children, several grandchildren and five great grandchildren. They are avid boaters and have been boating for over 35 years and has been living on their 43’ bayliner for over 22 years. Dub has been in a yacht broker for over 18 years in Gig Harbor and is ready to assist you in your vessel purchase or sail.

Call Dub at 253-341-1605 cell or email dubnwyachtnet@gmail.com.com
Dub works out of our Gig Harbor office

Charlie grew up cruising the San Juans and Gulf Islands before commercial fishing from Alaska to Mexico. He’s also worked in yacht construction with a background in diesel mechanics and mechanical systems. Charlie currently holds a 100 ton Masters Captains license. Customer service is his priority, which comes from 25 plus years serving the public, as a firefighter. He enjoys the outdoors and spending time with family and friends on their 60’ Hatteras. Let Charlie’s extensive knowledge of vessel construction and systems, give you confidence for your boat buying experience.

Call Charlie at 206-799-5441 cell or email charlienwyachtnet@gmail.com.com
Charlie works out of our Olympia office

I have a strong appreciation for our waters and the very diverse selection of express cruisers, fishing boats, sailboats, high performance boats and motor yachts, all of which I have owned and traveled on our waters for over 30 years. I’m a member of Tacoma Yacht Club since 1994 and Past Commodore in 2006 as well as being a member of Seattle Yacht Club since 2015. I owned Kel-Tech Plastics for thirty-eight years servicing all of Westport Shipyard’s acrylic needs along with Delta, Christensen Yachts and Nordlund to name a few. We currently own a 64 Alaskan pilot house motor yacht and have owned a Tartan 3400 sailboat where we won second place in the South Sound Series in the cruising class one year. My passion for boats and the memories they create means everything to me – I even met my wife on Blake Island in 2002 when she was on her sailboat and I was on my 57 Angel pilot house motor yacht. I look forward to helping you find your special memories, too!

Call Steve at 253-381-0131 cell or email stevenwyachtnet@gmail.com.com

Dale’s career started back in the 1970’s as he began making surfboards. Being near the beach and always around the water, Dale’s love for surfing quickly transferred into the world of boating as he began work in Dana Point at a boatyard as he lived on his sailboat. Dale then relocated to the Portland Oregon area where he began his career selling boats. Dale’s affection for the boating industry and the pleasure of helping his clients has spanned nearly four decades as he has contributed to a number of reputable brokerages. Dale is excited to bring his long history of boat sales to NW Yachtnet Anacortes.

Call Dale at 206-660-7339 cell or email dalenwyachtnet@gmail.com.com

Matt Partna’s boating experience began at a young age and grew into a career as he aspired to follow in his father’s footsteps as a yacht broker. As a teen, Matt assisted with boat shows and learned the details of the yachting business. As he got older, Matt worked on commercial fishing vessels and logged hundreds of hours as a deckhand on yacht deliveries that spanned all along the Pacific and Northwest coastlines, from San Diego to Anchorage. Matt began his work as a full-time yacht broker in 2014 with remarkable and extensive boating experience. Since then he has contributed to a number of reputable brokerages and is very excited to continue to serve his clients. In his free time, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, cruising and exploring all the Pacific Northwest has to offer. He has settled with his family in Anacortes, WA, where he has joined the crew at NW Yachtnet.

Call Matthew at 206-310-7160 cell or email matthewnwyachtnet@gmail.com.com

Lee Koetje’s passion for boats was passed down to him by his father.  Growing up on Whidbey Island spending most weekends and summers on his family's boats, learning his boat handling and navigation skills. With a background in both real estate and yacht sales along with owning many different boats of all types over the years gives him a strong knowledge in helping his clients with their boating needs both buying and selling. He is proud to be working with the professional crew at NW Yachtnet Anacortes.

Call Lee at 360-929-8258 cell or email leenwyachtnet@gmail.com.com

Born in Alaska before it was a State, I've been travelling the planets' oceans and mountains since. Captain of power and sail , private and commercial. Coastal and offshore experienced. Cruised as liveaboard voyager for 25 years then came ashore to build our log home. Avid outdoorsman, fisherman and chef. For over 30 years I owned a professionally accredited yacht brokerage and will be happy to share that experience and knowledge with you. Whether buying or selling, I look forward to working with you.

Call Robert at 360-981-3758 cell or email robertnwyachtnet@gmail.com.com

Over 46 years (and counting) experience in the yacht industry, with an ongoing career spanning sailboat racing & delivery, sailing yacht & superyacht design, construction and survey, Paul is pleased to offer his expertise to vessel owners and purchasers creating a knowledge based and satisfying transfer of yacht possession for every party

Call Paul at 253-355-3527 cell or email paulnwyachtnet@gmail.com.com

Amy grew up in California and treasures her memories with her family growing up on the water. After two decades as a health insurance broker, Amy decided to turn her career into a passion and has been a full-time successful yacht broker since 2018. Her relentless focus on customer service, attention to detail and professionalism easily transferred to her position in the yachting industry. Guiding everyone through the entire process to assure a pleasant buying and selling experience brings her much joy. Her definition of a satisfied client is one whose expectations were not made but exceeded. In her spare time she enjoys fishing throughout the country with her family. She currently lives in Gig Harbor with her husband and three grown children

Call Amy at 559-960-1010 cell or email amynwyachtnet@gmail.com.com

When seeking to buy your next boat, give serious consideration to being represented by a CPYB certified yacht broker who will work solely on your behalf. As your 'Buyer's Agent,' a CPYB yacht sales professional will help strengthen your position in many ways, including helping to negotiate the fairest deal possible, while saving you valuable time and, possibly, avoiding costly mistakes.