Who We Are
An avid sailor, Richard has participated extensively as watch captain in many offshore races, including in Bermuda, Halifax and Long Island Sound. He currently owns a restored Block Island 40. Richard founded Block Island Maritime Funding Inc., in 1996 after a career in commercial insurance. He is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, and a graduate of Brown University, where he completed a B.A. in international studies and extensive graduate work in finance.
With a 40-year love affair with classic boats—building them, running a boatyard, and captaining charters—Brad brings a wealth of expertise to Block Island Maritime Funding. As the fleet manager, Brad’s passion shines through in his dedication to finding new homes for cherished boats, all while fully embracing and celebrating the boating culture.
Brad has had the pleasure of owning and operating many vessels including:
INFANTA – 47’ Rhodes Yawl
ALIANZA – 47’ Alden Ketch
SEA CHATEY – 36’ Angleman Ketch
ISLAND MAIDll – 47’ Northwest trawler
Linda is a graduate of Simmons College, and she taught English for a few years in Pennsylvania. She has 1 daughter, 2 sons and 7 grandchildren. Linda “retired” to Rhode Island in 2010, and has been involved with BIMF for 6 years. The beach and ocean call to her, and she loves anything marine and nautical.
Buddy, our mascot, is a 7 year old Portuguese Water Dog and serves admirably as an inspector for various boats we accept as donations. You will find him swimming at various boatyards when not on duty.