Richard has been involved professionally with the marine industry since college. He graduated from Florida Tech with a degree in Marine Technology. After college, Strauss was hired by Sea Ray Boats and worked in Product Development and Engineering as a technician, at first, and was quickly promoted to manager of cruisers and performance boats. A few years later, he was hired by Regal Marine Industries as Design Engineer Manager and later promoted to Director of Engineering. With a desire to learn more about custom yacht manufacturing, Strauss took a position with Rex-Meyer Yachts. As Plant Manager, Strauss oversaw the manufacturing of custom yachts from 30’ to 130’. Strauss’ marine experience also includes positions with Boston Whaler as Lamination Manager and at Wahoo! Boats as General Manager. Strauss has served in consulting capacity for numerous boat manufacturers on product development and manufacturing in addition to being directly involved in the development of over 60 new boat models. Additionally, Strauss has been considered an expert witness in marine litigation and is a USCG licensed captain.
All of our technicians are highly skilled, and their backgrounds include extensive experience in both the boat building and the boat repair industry. All work is done to American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) and U.S. Coast Guard standards.
Island Boatworks, Inc. • 2533 NE 9th Ave • Cape Coral, Florida 33909
(239) 458-4868 • (888) 458-4868 • Fax (239) 458-9030
