Tim Brennan ’87 - President and Chief Executive Officer - Heidmar Inc.
Heidmar is the proud national title sponsor of the Kings Point Blue and Gray Golf Classics. Our involvement began in 2001 as a gift sponsor and we expanded our commitment to become the national title sponsor in 2003. The Classics Tour presents a great opportunity for the maritime industry to network, support a great cause and, in general, to enjoy a fun-filled and challenging day of golf with friends, alumni and business associates.
Kings Point has provided many of us, including eight graduates at Heidmar, a top maritime education and a fantastic network of alumni. Graduates from some of the other federal academies have told me that they are surprised at how close Kings Pointers are and how much they look after each other after graduation. The bond between Kings Pointers is strong. Supporting the Blue and Gray is one way to give back to the school that has done so much for us.
We look forward to supporting Kings Point for many years to come and have extended our national sponsorship of the Blue and Gray Classics through 2013. See you on the course!
Bruce Trent - Vice President, US East Coast - Rolls-Royce Commercial Marine
Kings Point has provided many of us, including eight graduates at Heidmar, a top maritime education and a fantastic network of alumni. Graduates from some of the other federal academies have told me that they are surprised at how close Kings Pointers are and how much they look after each other after graduation. The bond between Kings Pointers is strong. Supporting the Blue and Gray is one way to give back to the school that has done so much for us.
We look forward to supporting Kings Point for many years to come and have extended our national sponsorship of the Blue and Gray Classics through 2013. See you on the course!
Bruce Trent - Vice President, US East Coast - Rolls-Royce Commercial Marine
We are pleased to contribute to the Academy through the Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics. We can support athletic programs at Kings Point, build relationships with cadets and alumni, and highlight the Rolls-Royce name to a variety of maritime professionals all at the same time. Having played in the tournament for the past three years, I know first-hand that it is a great networking event and an effective means of making connections with others in the maritime industry. I also appreciate the opportunity to treat some of Rolls-Royce’s valued customers to a special experience. The atmosphere at the event is relaxed and provides quality business time away from the boardroom.
Tim Green ’94 – Managing Consultant - Faststream Recruitment
I felt it was appropriate to make a long term commitment to the Blue and Gray to ensure their continued success as well as give back to the Academy. As a maritime recruiter, there is no better source of candidates or potential employers in our industry than the Heidmar Blue and Gray Golf Classics. Attending several tournaments last year was already a benefit to our organization.
Gary C. Faber ’73 - President and Chief Operating Officer - Foss Maritime
Giving back to our community of merchant mariners has always been a core value at Foss, and we are pleased to be able to support the fine work of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy with our participation in the Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics. It is the skill and determination of the mariners that graduate each year from the Academy that makes our industry successful and allows companies like Foss to provide the highest level of marine services.
As an alumnus of Kings Point, I value the Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics for the opportunity it affords the maritime community to support the men and women who will enter into this thriving industry. Given the current state of the global economy, supporting the institutions that are educating the next generation of world class merchant mariners is more crucial than ever.
Steve Ware ’71 - Owner - Baydelta Maritime
The Heidmar Blue and Gray Golf Classics have been very instrumental in my company’s growth. We look forward to our continued support of this excellent networking and fundraising program. I am able to visit my customers, listen to their needs and have a little fun in the process. It's a win-win for everyone involved.
Ted Murphey - Senior Sales Manager - Kongsberg Maritime
There is tremendous value for our organization to sponsor the Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics on a national level. We use the Heidmar Blue and Gray Golf Classics to promote our brand, strengthen relationships with our customers and develop potential sales leads. There is no other tour like this in the country.
Jim Black - President/CEO - Moran Shipping Agencies
Moran Shipping Agencies has been participating as sponsors for the past several years. As agents for most U.S. Flag ship owners we embrace the opportunity to support our Merchant Marine Academy. These events are truly a unique exemplification of the camaraderie in our maritime industry!
Bill Mergenthaler ’78 - Regional Director - World Fuel Services
Great schedule-solid/well organized and managed events which allow us to combine business and entertainment in a maritime industry environment in support of USMMA athletics.
Ed Waryas ’70 - Vice President, Marine - Lloyd’s Register North America
The Heidmar Blue and Gray Golf Classics are a great way to interact with your key clients and is a significant networking opportunity. We often talk about having a good working relationship with our business associates and what better opportunity than to actually be on the same team at the golf event. A great day to develop relationships and help provide funding for midshipmen who will shortly become industry leaders.
Brett Keil - Senior Vice President - The Maritime Executive
The Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics are win-win for everyone. The proceeds go to a great cause, the courses are phenomenal and the networking opportunities are unparalleled in the commercial marine marketplace.
Ray Serzanin ’06 - Operations Agent - NSA Agencies Inc.
For someone just starting a career in the maritime industry, I highly recommend playing in the Heidmar Blue and Gray Golf Classics. I was amazed at how many industry professionals and fellow Kings Pointers were there to network with; and because an industry like this is ‘Who you know’, the contacts were invaluable.”
For someone just starting a career in the maritime industry, I highly recommend playing in the Heidmar Blue and Gray Golf Classics. I was amazed at how many industry professionals and fellow Kings Pointers were there to network with; and because an industry like this is ‘Who you know’, the contacts were invaluable.”
Elizabeth Nicoletti ’00 - Senior Vessel Superintendent - Horizon Lines, LLC
Not only do the Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics earnings go to a great cause, but they are a great way to get together with people in our industry. Playing golf gives you an opportunity to experience these people in an environment that is relaxing and fun which gives you long and lasting relationships. Reuniting with fellow alumni is an added bonus!
Not only do the Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics earnings go to a great cause, but they are a great way to get together with people in our industry. Playing golf gives you an opportunity to experience these people in an environment that is relaxing and fun which gives you long and lasting relationships. Reuniting with fellow alumni is an added bonus!
Margaret Faucher ’03 - Client Relations N.A. - ABS Americas
I enjoy participating in the Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics because it allows me to interact with members of the maritime industry and other Merchant Marine Academy alumni in a unique social setting. The older alumni give great golf and business recommendations. It is also fun to find out about their careers and experiences.
I enjoy participating in the Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics because it allows me to interact with members of the maritime industry and other Merchant Marine Academy alumni in a unique social setting. The older alumni give great golf and business recommendations. It is also fun to find out about their careers and experiences.
Thomas O’Toole ’06 - Marine Broker - Compass Maritime Services
The Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics give our organization an excellent platform to meet and entertain clients outside of the office in addition to networking with other customers, colleagues and alumni of the Merchant Marine Acadmy. I highly recommend young Kings Pointers to get involved in the program.
The Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics give our organization an excellent platform to meet and entertain clients outside of the office in addition to networking with other customers, colleagues and alumni of the Merchant Marine Acadmy. I highly recommend young Kings Pointers to get involved in the program.
Brett Hubrig ’00 - Project Engineer - Tidewater
The Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classic is a great way to share business interests among a diverse group of maritime leaders and professionals. I wouldn’t call myself a golfer, yet I wouldn’t miss a Blue & Gray Golf Classic. Meeting new and old colleagues for a day of golf and conversation is a genuine form of networking. On top of that, the proceeds support USMMA Athletics.
The Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classic is a great way to share business interests among a diverse group of maritime leaders and professionals. I wouldn’t call myself a golfer, yet I wouldn’t miss a Blue & Gray Golf Classic. Meeting new and old colleagues for a day of golf and conversation is a genuine form of networking. On top of that, the proceeds support USMMA Athletics.
Lindsay Conte ’05 - Commercial Operations - OSG Ship Management, Inc.
Participating in the Heidmar Blue and Gray Golf Classics gives individuals the opportunity to network with KP alumni and maritime executives. It’s important to give back to the school so that the current and future Midshipmen can benefit from the Classics of which I participate. I hope more alumni will come out and play, not only for a day out of the office but for the Midshipmen.
Participating in the Heidmar Blue and Gray Golf Classics gives individuals the opportunity to network with KP alumni and maritime executives. It’s important to give back to the school so that the current and future Midshipmen can benefit from the Classics of which I participate. I hope more alumni will come out and play, not only for a day out of the office but for the Midshipmen.
Joe Garin ’01 - Star Tankers Freight Trader - Heidmar Inc.
The shipping industry is built on relationships and they are formed at major social events. The Heidmar Blue and Gray golf outings are a tremendous benefit for cliental to form stronger relations outside the office. Working for Heidmar allows me to witness the networking benefits of the outings themselves and the overwhelming support of the shipping industry for KP.
The shipping industry is built on relationships and they are formed at major social events. The Heidmar Blue and Gray golf outings are a tremendous benefit for cliental to form stronger relations outside the office. Working for Heidmar allows me to witness the networking benefits of the outings themselves and the overwhelming support of the shipping industry for KP.
Chris Deschenes ’98 - Marine Engineer - OSG America, Inc.
The Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics are excellent events that connect the Kings Point family and maritime community for a day of networking and fun. The outings demonstrate the generous outreach and commitment of the Alumni for the Merchant Marine Academy I look forward to the Tampa event every year.
The Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics are excellent events that connect the Kings Point family and maritime community for a day of networking and fun. The outings demonstrate the generous outreach and commitment of the Alumni for the Merchant Marine Academy I look forward to the Tampa event every year.