BAYLISS BOATWORKS - Key Persons
There are a lot of wires on our boats, and Anthony keeps them straight - an orderly process is the name of the game. Anthony's crew is nimble, competent, and able to fit in incredibly small places.
We make our boat cabinetry in-house, and Bill Crum keeps those details in check. Over ten employees are tasked with construction, fit and finish for all of our new build's custom cabinets.
Job Titles:
- New Construction Supervisor
Little gets past Bill Kebschull, who supervises all new construction operations, from large-scale logistics to tiny details.
We don't cut corners on paint - it's flawless or it's redone. Backed by years of experience, Chris's natural knack for leadership keeps his team motivated and on top of their game.
As the lead for all product ordering, as well as our shop, boatyard and ship's store inventory, Christen keeps the wheels moving on a machine that has many special requests. Christen and her crew keep the shelves stocked, the packages unloaded, the operations smooth, and the entire shop laughing.
Our mechanical department is in charge of the heavy lifting and ensuring all systems are healthy on our new builds. Whether Colin's crew is moving boats, preparing for sea-trials, or dropping fuel tanks, engines, and gyros into open hulls - the process is on lockdown with swift movers.
Exterior carpentry includes everything from cockpit construction to teak toerails. An experienced craftsman, David brings his enthusiasm to every boat.
Job Titles:
- Owner
- New Construction Supervisor
John Bayliss began his career in 1975 as a mate in Hatteras Village, North Carolina, and within five years became a captain running charter trips on his own boat out of Oregon Inlet. He continued his extensive fishing career in both the commercial and charter industries until 1997, when he accepted a job with Hatteras Yachts as a demo boat captain and eventual broker. Bayliss Boatworks was opened in April of 2002, and continues to employ approximately 100 local craftsmen and women.
John Robert Bayliss appropriately runs this division - an experienced and avid fisherman himself.
We take pride in our boatyard service and expertise. Judd Beatty is in charge of all yard operations, and he makes sure everything runs smoothly. Rain or shine, Judd and his crew are working long hours to take care of the tough cases, heavy lifting, and special requests. Quality is Judd's bottom line.
We do our design work predominantly in-house. Our construction supervisors have close connections with Pete, as well as the rest of our design/fabrication team. Pete keeps communication clear, and ensures that what's on paper ends up on our boats.
Most of the metalwork that is installed on our boats is made in-house. Russ's small crew is kept busy, constructing and polishing everything from hawse pipes to custom vents.
The first lines laid are the most crucial. As our hull construction supervisor, Wayne Deaver makes sure every one of our boats begins with the right lines. It doesn't hurt that Wayne has been building boats for over 25 years.