Captain Glenn Shephard Joins The Moorings as Brand Ambassador

You’ve seen him on Below Deck Sailing Yacht—now Captain Glenn Shephard is stepping into a new role as Brand Ambassador for The Moorings.

The Moorings, headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, is one of the world’s leading yacht charter providers, with strong Caribbean bases in Antigua, British Virgin Islands, Grenada, St. Lucia, and St. Martin.

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A Natural Fit for the Brand

“Captain Glenn is the ideal personality to represent The Moorings brand in North America,” says Ian Pedersen, senior marketing manager.

With a deep sailing background and broad experience across key charter destinations, Shephard brings both credibility and visibility—especially through his connection to a global audience via television.

His role is expected to help:

• Strengthen engagement with experienced sailors
• Introduce the charter lifestyle to new audiences
• Expand brand reach across North America

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Experience On and Off Screen

Originally from Montreal, Canada, Shephard has more than 20 years of experience in the yachting industry. He is best known as captain of the 180-foot sailing yacht Parsifal III, where he has spent over a decade at the helm.

Today, he lives full-time aboard his own sailing yacht, currently based in the Mediterranean Sea.

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Why It Matters

The appointment reflects a broader trend in the charter industry—leveraging recognizable personalities to bridge the gap between seasoned sailors and newcomers curious about life on the water.

With the continued popularity of sailing-focused media, partnerships like this help position yacht chartering as both accessible and aspirational.

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What to Do Next

• Learn more about charter options: www.moorings.com
• Explore Caribbean charter destinations
• Follow Captain Glenn’s ongoing sailing journey

Carol Bareuther has written for ALL AT SEA since 2004.