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Tim Brennan ’87
President and CEO - Heidmar Inc.
The Blue & Gray Golf Classics present 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. Supporting the Blue and Gray is one way to give back to the school that has done so much for us.
Bruce Trent
Vice President, US East Coast - Rolls-Royce
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 midshipmen and alumni; highlight the Rolls-Royce name to a variety of maritime professionals-all at the same time. Having played in the tournament for the past four 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.
Gary C. Faber ’73
President and COO - 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 USMMA with our participation in the Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics. 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.
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!
Baydelta’s national sponsorship of the Heidmar Blue & Gray Classics not only goes to a great cause, supporting the athletes and giving back to our great industry, but it also provides a great way to stay connected with all the people that are important to us. Desirable venues, superb institution and great comrade make these events ones to set your schedule around.
Bill Mergenthaler ’78
Great schedule; Well organized and managed events which allow us to combine business and entertainment in a maritime industry environment in support of USMMA athletics.
Bob Featherer ‘68
This is an excellent opportunity to give back to the Academy that gave me my career and success. The Blue and Gray Golf Classic are fun and a great way to support the Midshipmen. Your donations go directly to help the Midshipmen through the athletic programs which are vital for a well rounded education second to none.
The Heidmar Blue & Gray Golf Classics are a 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.
Margaret Faucher ’03
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 Academy. I highly recommend young Kings Pointers to get involved in the program.
Commercial Operations - OSG Ship Management, Inc.
Participating in the outings 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.