Ancasta International Boat Sales has restructured its sales team, implementing a series of internal promotions and new appointments.
Stuart Brotherton has been promoted to sales network director, assuming responsibility for the management and development of Ancasta’s 22 brokerage offices across the UK and Europe.
Stuart joined Ancasta in 2015 as brand manager for Beneteau Sail, later expanding his role in 2020 to include Beneteau Power.
In his new position, Stuart will head the development of Ancasta’s franchise network, strengthening the company’s footprint across Europe. Additionally, he will support new boat brand managers across Ancasta’s portfolio.
James Douch succeeds Stuart as Beneteau Sail brand manager, having joined Ancasta in 2015 as a broker in the company’s Lymington office and progressing to brokerage office manager.
In his new capacity, James will focus exclusively on new boat sales within Beneteau’s renowned range of cruising and performance sailing yachts. His role will involve strengthening Ancasta’s long-standing relationship with Beneteau while leading a team of brand specialists across the wider sales network.
Beneteau Power brand management will now be overseen by Sam Room in addition to his current role as brand manager for Prestige Motor Yachts.
Brokerage office manager
Sam joined Ancasta as a broker at the company’s Port Solent office in 2016, and has steadily advanced through the company, being promoted to brokerage office manager in 2017 before being promoted again to Prestige brand manager in 2020.
The Lymington brokerage office manager role has been assigned to Oliver Windsor, who joined Ancasta in 2021 as a broker at the Port Hamble office.
Oliver has developed experience in client relations, sales, and business management through internships in both the UK and overseas.
“This is an exciting time for Ancasta as we continue to build on our success and strengthen our position in the industry,” says Nick Griffith, MD of Ancasta Group.
“The growing demand for our diverse selection of world-class power and sail brands has presented a valuable opportunity to refine and enhance our sales operations, ensuring they are as agile and effective as possible.
“As part of our ongoing commitment to fostering talent and driving professional growth, this strategic restructuring has led to well-earned internal promotions, role expansions, and the recruitment of new expertise to further enhance our team.
“Ancasta is privileged to have some of the most experienced yacht brokers and industry specialists in the sector, and we are delighted to support their career progression as our business continues to evolve and expand.”
