I'm Pedro Vieira, a Technology Manager with the Super Yacht Division at Marine Max, with a passion for leveraging innovation to enhance efficiency and improve workflows. I thrive in the ever-evolving world of technology, where I can implement solutions that not only help people but also streamline processes for my colleagues, making their work more efficient and effective.
My primary responsibility is ensuring that our technology strategy aligns with business goals, staying ahead of industry advancements, and optimizing systems for both performance and security. One of the biggest challenges in this role is keeping up with rapid technological changes while maintaining a strong focus on cybersecurity. However, I find great satisfaction in proactively addressing these challenges, ensuring our team remains agile, secure, and well-equipped for the future.
My Past
I was born and raised in New York, primarily on Long Island, although I moved around frequently when I was younger with my family, including spending two years in Portugal. I moved to Florida in 2021, settling in Palm Beach Gardens.
Throughout my career, I’ve held multiple IT positions before joining MarineMax. While this is my first role in the yachting industry, I’ve always been fascinated by it and intrigued by its operations. Now, I have the opportunity to be part of this dynamic and ever-growing industry, combining my passion for technology with a new and exciting field.
My Future
Like many in the technology field, my goal is to advance into a Director or VP of Technology role. By leveraging the experience I've gained throughout my career and my continuous drive to innovate, I aim to help organizations elevate their technological capabilities. I am passionate about implementing cutting-edge solutions that drive efficiency, enhance operations, and position companies for long-term success.
My Motto
"A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for." - John A. Shedd
My Outside-office Life
Outside of work, I love spending time with my family and my two dogs, Juno (a Corgi) and Maya (a Frenchton). I'm also passionate about photography, particularly aerial photography with drones. I’ve always been fascinated by capturing unique perspectives that aren’t always visible from the ground. I also love a good storm chase. During the summer, you can find me in the Lake Okeechobee area all over the place, trying to get some good lightning bolt photos.
Fast Facts
I’d like to visit Iceland and the northern countries in Europe including Norway and Sweden. I’m a huge soccer (futbol) supporter, Manchester City and Sporting Clube De Portugal are the two clubs I support. My favorite podcast is The Joe Rogan Experience and PBD Podcast, it offers so many interesting and different views. I grew up speaking and writing Portuguese at home and later learned Spanish.
