Buying a Yacht: Why Experience Matters | Simply Moore

Private conversations. Influential voices. Simply Moore. In this episode of Simply Moore, host Michael Moore of Moore & Co. sits down with guest Brendan Roney, Founder and Managing Partner of BR Marine Group, at Lester’s Diner for a conversation about yacht ownership, brokerage, trusted relationships, and the practical experience behind finding the right boat. The conversation follows Brendan’s journey from Pennsylvania and Duquesne University to selling day charters in Newport, Rhode Island, before beginning a career working aboard sailing and motor yachts. After 25 years on the water, Brendan brought his operational knowledge into brokerage, helping clients understand both the yacht they are buying and the ownership experience ahead. Michael and Brendan discuss the value of working with a knowledgeable broker, the importance of maintenance records and shipyard history, the challenges of moving into larger yachts, and the preparation that helps buyers make the most of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. They also revisit the story of RENA, a yacht Brendan worked aboard alongside Captain Ken Bracewell, who later became his business partner. Years later, their involvement in the yacht’s sale brought that relationship full circle, reflecting the lasting connections between owners, captains, crew, and brokers. From Newport’s waterfront to a table at Lester’s Diner, this conversation reflects what Simply Moore is built around: meaningful dialogue with the people whose experience, relationships, and knowledge shape the industry behind the scenes. Simply Moore is a private conversation series built around access, influence, leadership, and meaningful dialogue. Elegant, discreet, and intelligent in tone, the series brings viewers into private events, closed-door settings, and high-level conversations with respected figures from yachting, maritime, sailing, real estate, business, and other connected worlds. Moore & Co. is led by Michael Moore, a respected lawyer with deep experience across maritime, aviation, yachting, business, and international matters. Known for discretion, trusted relationships, and calm authority, Michael brings viewers into conversations and private settings most audiences would never normally access. Guest: Brendan Roney Position: Founder & Managing Partner Company: BR Marine Group Website: https://brmarinegroup.com/ 📺 Watch more conversations from across the global yachting industry on Yachting International Radio. 📖 Prefer to read? Visit Yachting News: https://www.yachtinginternationalradi... 🎧 Prefer to listen? Search Yachting Channel on your favourite podcast platform for more conversations from across the global yachting industry. 🎙️ Simply Moore | Yachting International Radio #SimplyMoore #MichaelMoore #BrendanRoney #MooreAndCo #BRMarineGroup #YachtingInternationalRadio #YachtBrokerage #BuyingAYacht #FortLauderdaleYachting #YachtOwnership #YachtingChannel