Navigating Future Horizons: Northrop & Johnson Hosts Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County to Explore the Yachting Industry

On February 14, Northrop & Johnson opened its doors to share a unique experience with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, a youth-focused organization dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for young people in Broward County, Florida. In an effort to expose and inspire the youth toward career opportunities in the yachting industry, N&J invited the attendees, all high school seniors who are actively seeking future career opportunities post-graduation, to explore its Fort Lauderdale office and marina facilities, including a guided tour of Lauderdale Martine Center, a walk-through of one of our yachts for sale/charter (will update this once we know which yacht) and detailed learning sessions.

This special event gave Boys & Girls Clubs members a front-row view into a variety of departments, from sales and charter retail to yacht management, crew services and marketing. Representatives from N&J had the opportunity to share their unique experiences, answer questions and provide a glimpse into a what promising career looks like in the maritime industry.

“We are thrilled to welcome the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County to our facilities. Northrop & Johnson is committed to fostering a spirit of curiosity and ambition among young minds, and we believe that exposing them to the dynamic world of yachting can ignite their passion for unique and fulfilling career paths,” said Daniel Ziriakus, President & COO of Northrop & Johnson.

Northrop and Johnson will be donating (1) scholarship to (1) Boys & Girls Clubs member who would like to attend the beginner’s program at Maritime Professional Training (MPT), where they will become certified and eligible to apply for various positions in the industry after they graduate from high school. We hope to expand this program each year with continued education in our industry and additional funding for scholarships. Northrop & Johnson is dedicated to inspiring today’s youth to explore promising career paths. By collaborating with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, we aim to ignite their curiosity and encourage them to pursue unique, innovative and fulfilling opportunities.

For more information about the event, please contact N&J’s press team.

About Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County (BGCBC)
Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County is a dynamic, youth-focused organization dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for young people in Broward County, Florida. Since 1965, we have been at the forefront of youth development, working to inspire and enable all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. Our 13 Broward County Club facilities serve 10,000 youth ages 6-18, weekly, via our after-school programs, personal growth roadmaps and career development initiatives. BGCBC offers a wide range of programs and services designed to meet the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs of our local youth.

With a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for the 12th consecutive year, Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County is recognized as a leading advocate for youth proving to be a “Legacy of Success, Built for the Future”. BGCBC is located at 877 NW 61st Street, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309. Visit: www.bgcbc.org.

About Northrop & Johnson
Since 1949, Northrop & Johnson, a member of the MarineMax family, has offered extraordinary yachting experiences by surpassing all expectations at every opportunity. From yacht sales and purchase to yacht charter and charter marketing to yacht management of the world’s most impressive luxury vessels, and expert crew placement services, Northrop & Johnson offers a total-service approach. Northrop & Johnson is proud to serve clients around the world with locations in all major yachting hubs around the globe. Our industry-leading record of yacht sales, growing charter fleet, and global expansion are a testament to our extraordinary people, both clients, and team members. We believe when you put people first, success follows.