Ronnie Gonzales, Customer Service
Ronnie is an experienced service specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the maritime industry. Skilled in operations management, customer service, engineering, and strategic planning, he is a strong support professional.
He graduated from the Universal Technical Institute Arizona Inc. In his spare time, Ronnie enjoys snowmobiling at Mount Baker and in Eastern Washington, boating, and finding sunny places.
Josh Lowe, Service Manager
Josh grew up lake fishing with family and salt water fishing with a friend through his teens. He bought his first sailboat when he was in his twenties and traded that for a 32’ powerboat. Josh was born and raised in Whatcom County. In his free time, Josh enjoys elk hunting, long range shooting, roping, camping, snow skiing, and cooking with his family. He also loves to support his kids with their beef cow 4H projects.
Before joining the Bellingham Yachts team as Service Manager, Josh worked as the Service Manager at Signature Yachts, the largest sailboat dealer in the Seattle area. During his 5 years at Signature Yachts, Josh had the privilege of touring all the Beneteau Factories and attending the Beneteau Technical Training in France twice. In 2019, Josh was awarded the “Beneteau North American Dealer Top Gun for Service”. For Josh, the best thing about working for Bellingham Yachts is that it’s “always easy to know what to do if you are focused on doing the right thing”.
Mark Enstad, Chief Shipwright
Mark has 30 years of experience in the marine industry and has known Sabre, Back Cove and Cutwater yachts inside and out for 17 years. We are delighted that he is our Chief Shipwright which is the perfect combination for our customers to ensure a job well done. He knows customers want their investments just right.
According to Mark, "It takes a combination of respect for the customer, the vessel itself and patience to tend to every detail in a way that leaves the customer feeling heard and satisfied." He is crazy about his family, wife Cheryl and two kids, Maya,22 and Pax 19.
Jason Bucy, Electronics Technician
When you think of Jason Bucy, three words come to mind: hardworking, passionate, and heartwarming. Jason has always been around boats, even from an early age. Between his grandparents and parents, Jason has cruised all along the coats of Washington and parts of Canada.
After High School, Jason got a Business Degree from Bellevue College. He then went on to graduate at the top of his class from the Northwest Marine Center of Excellence in Anacortes, Washington. During that time, he became ABYC certified, got an NMEA advance installers license, became an official installer for Garmin and TrackVision and is on his way to becoming a certified Volvo Diesel Marine Technician. Jason's biggest influence is Nigel Caler.
Most of Jason's learning stems from Caler's book Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical Manual. This material-dense textbook is rich with very useful information for anyone with a boat, or working on boats. Jason's life goal is to hone his craft, and become a master at his trade.
"Pleasure in the job, puts perfection in the work." - Aristotle
Colin Bunnell, Shipwright
Colin is from Kenmore, Washington and came to Bellingham in search of mountain biking trails, wide open spaces, and a good place for him and his wife to raise their two kids. In his free time, he enjoys mountain biking, sailboat racing, and exploring beaches and parks with his family.
Colin grew up sailing on his parents CT41 Sailboat throughout the San Juans. After high school, Colin got a job working for a Seattle Sailing Club maintaining their fleet and giving sailing lessons. From there Colin moved on to a Service Technician role for Signature Yachts. For the last 10 years, Colin has worked as a installer and rigger for CSR Marine in Ballard. Colin has his ABYC Systems Installation certification, is a certified GARMIN installer, and a certified IMTRA installer.
Josh Dentel, Detailer
Josh Dentel was raised in Bellingham, Washington, and grew up boating and fishing in the San Juan Islands. In high school, Josh played football and basketball. He took a college football scholarship at Dupage College in Chicago, where he majored in Business Management. After college, Josh returned to Bellingham. While moving away was a great experience, Josh is a “true Washingtonian” and enjoys living in the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
Josh has been in the detailing business since he was fifteen. He began detailing in the automotive industry and quickly moved to RVs and boats. He enjoys seeing the finished product and is constantly looking to learn new skills and expand his knowledge. We are happy to have his skill, eye for perfection, and positive attitude here at BYS!
MacKenzie Philips, Detailer
MacKenzie was born and raised in Bellingham, Washington.
As a teenager, MacKenzie learned the craft of woodworking from her grandfather, who owns a cabinetry business. A skilled woodworker, MacKenzie has built everything from cabinets and bookshelves to linen closets. Currently, she is building a tiny house!
MacKenzie enjoys the independent nature of her job, and the attention to details it requires. She especially likes varnishing because it gives her the chance to incorporate her woodworking skills.
MacKenzie also studies theology at Moody Bible Institute. Outside of work and school, she enjoys hiking and backpacking on the coast of the Olympic Peninsula, deer and elk hunting in Eastern Washington, and hosting game nights with her friends and family.
Mickie Wilkinson, Detailer
Mickie, originally from Berkeley, California, moved to Washington just before high school where he attended Bainbridge High. Mickie grew up around boats and started working here at BYS because he wanted more hands-on experience. As a detailer, Mickie’s enthusiasm and positivity shine through in his willingness to assist the BYS team in any way possible.
In his free time, Mickie enjoys mountain biking and working on his truck and car. Mickie’s hands-on approach and positive energy make him a valuable asset to our team.