Freedom Yacht Charter Motor Boat

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Freedom Crew Profiles

Captain: Brendan Emmons

Born in Northern New Jersey in a small town called Allendale, raised going down the Jersey shore every weekend to enjoy boating. After graduating high school early, he started his own business at the young age of sixteen. After doing this and working for his family business for many years, he decided the ocean was his calling after several trips to Fort Lauderdale. He started out as a delivery mate at the age of eighteen on a trip from Florida to Boston, MA and quickly moved up to the captain position before the trip had even ended. Captaining for 10 years now, he has gained a lot of wisdom and insight into the yachting world. He has run boats in five countries, along with experience from Maine to Key West. Brendan and his wife have been a team since 2017, where they have learned and grown together. Brendan holds his Master 200/500-ton license and looks forward to creating a safe and memorable experience for his charter guests aboard motor yacht Freedom!

Chief Stewardess: Julie Emmons

Born and raised in the small town of Ramsey, New Jersey, Julie grew up enjoying time at the beach and doing water sports. She graduated from SUNY Cortland where she completed her bachelor’s degree in Childhood Education. After teaching and coaching gymnastics for several years, she met Brendan and decided it was time to join him in the yachting industry. She has completed her STCW training, as well as bartending courses. Julie enjoys reading, hiking, swimming, and water sports in her free time. She is excited to give guests aboard Freedom the experience of a lifetime, by creating a warm and welcoming environment. With Julie’s friendly personality and amazing organizational skills, Freedom’s guests are sure to be enjoying their experience!

Mate: Molly Gates

Molly was born and raised in Chicago but has a love for travel and meeting people from all over. Growing up on Lake Michigan, she spent her summers swimming, tubing, waterskiing, and more. She joined the sailing team in high school, and seven years later, she hasn’t gotten off boats since. In between studying at the University of Dayton, Molly spent her summers in Chicago running a boat washing business throughout all the Chicago Harbors, crewing for various private and charter boats, and even ran a charter company in Summer of 2021. Now, she has completed her STCW course and is ready to use her knowledge of boating and her love of travel into the yachting industry. Molly’s favorite thing about her career is connecting with guests, so she can’t wait to help make an unforgettable experience for every guest that comes on board Freedom!

Deck/Stew: Claire Steffe

Being from Montana, Claire loves everything about the outdoors. She has grown up fly fishing, hiking, camping, and even slacklining. She has tried everything from being a ski instructor to a jet ski tour guide. Claire is quick to make guests feel comfortable and at home minutes after arriving on board. Now, she is ready to take her love of water, the outdoors, and people to give guests an incredible experience on board motor yacht Freedom!

Deck/Stew: Alicia Talkington

Our newest crew member, Alicia, is also from Montana. Alicia has been serving up drinks in the service industry for years now. After exploring 10+ countries and counting, her love of travel, adventure, and service has brought her into the yachting industry. Her ability to connect with people from all over will quickly make you feel comfortable on board. Alicia is quick to serve up a refreshing cocktail after a day of swimming or pour a delicious wine paired with the perfect dinner. She’s excited to give you an experience you’ll never forget!