Meet the Crew

President

Ed is a United States Coast Guard veteran of 22 years active service [1977-2000] and a New Jersey native, hailing from Bayonne. During his USCG service Ed’s missions and assignments included maritime law enforcement, Search and Rescue [SAR], as well as the buoy and lighthouse maintenance tenders. He has a sincere interest in any and all nautical topics stemming from his knowledge of the sea, especially on Cape May and the surrounding area. In particular, he especially enjoys giving lectures about Cape May's maritime history and folklore by making himself available to the local community.

Vice President

When Chris first heard of the Motor Lifeboat CG-36538 project, he thought that it would be a great opportunity to work with a dedicated group of local people and restore a piece of United States Coast Guard history. Chris says that he is really looking forward to the day of bringing this floating museum back to life for the benefit of those residents and visitors of Cape May and its surrounding communities.

Shipwright

Wayne has been a Cape May native since 1945 and has served in the USCG for a 28-year span as an engineer, master welder and a sheet metal worker. His interests have always been anything nautical, from building model boats to renovation of vintage watercraft; one of his models are on display at the Maine Maritime Museum. The CG-36538 project is in line with his interests.  Wayne is one of the lead shipwrights charged with the tedious task of its total restoration in preserving a piece of our nation’s nautical history. 

Director of Marketing & Fundraising

Jerry brings decades of marketing and public relations experience to the CMMM. He is a proud member of this diversely talented and driven team that share a common goal - “To restore our local maritime legacy, one project at a time.” Jerry is also a member of the local USCG Auxiliary and a Cape May resident. He further states; "I am indebted to our USCG TRACEN neighbor, ensuring our maritime safety, security and stewardship. This is how I give back!"  

Assistant Treasurer

From her office working at the Cape May Brewery, Karan could see that the restoration of the CG-36538 was beginning on the Cape May Airport’s grounds, being lovingly tended to by dedicated retired Coast Guard members and felt that the vessel’s place in USCG history was worthy of every effort. Having lived in Cape May since the ‘70s, she is well aware of the Coast Guard's maritime ventures that have become the fabric of the local community. With her accounting background, she is delighted to be a part of this rewarding project.