MarineMax has appointed Steven English as the CEO of the company’s IGY Marinas subsidiary. Steven was formerly president of IGY.
“Steve’s extensive international experience, proven industry leadership, and deep understanding of IGY’s portfolio make him the ideal person to lead IGY into its next chapter of growth and innovation,” said Brett McGill, CEO and president of MarineMax. “Since joining IGY in 2007 he has contributed significantly to its success, helping extend our global reach to 23 marinas across 13 countries.
“Among his key accomplishments, Steve has spearheaded IGY’s expansion into key markets such as the Cote d’Azur and the Middle East, grown our IGY Trident Program, and advanced IGY’s strategic alliances and brand worldwide.”
Steven added: “Over my long association with IGY, I have had the privilege of working with a talented team dedicated to enhancing IGY’s position as the global leader in the marina industry and delivering exceptional value to our clients and partners around the world.”
And he said that as CEO, he looks forward to building on the company’s success through new projects, such as IGY Savannah Harbor Marina in the United States and Sindalah Island Marina, a new luxury destination in Saudi Arabia.
“These and other exciting initiatives embody the next phase of IGY’s innovation and growth, and I’m thrilled to be leading that effort for MarineMax,” he said.
Steven was previously a MD at Island Capital Group, where he served in senior asset management, principal investment and special situations roles. He began his career in management consulting and has led teams that closed in excess of $10 billion of transactions.
He graduated from The American University and received a Master of Business Administration jointly from HEC School of Management Paris, New York University, and the London School of Economics & Political Science.
