Robert Shepherd

Managing Partner, Edmiston

Robert Shepherd

Managing Partner, Edmiston

Biography

During 24 years of experience Robert working on yachts, from 30 meters to 126 meters, his role changed significantly. He started as a chef, but over time was fortunate to be recognized as bringing much more to the table.

By the time, Robert came ashore, my career evolved to include yacht design, private plane design and operational project management. He joined Edmiston in 2008 to develop business for the newly opened New York office. Rapidly establishing a strong reputation in New York, in 2010, he was appointed Director of Yacht Sales and Charter for the Americas.

This position involved overseeing Edmiston’s New York, Palm Beach, Sao Paulo and Mexico City operations. In 2011, Robert was invited to become one of Edmiston’s Managing Partners. His current role involves the operational management of an international team across the Americas region with the following responsibilities: Yachts sales, retail charter, charter yacht marketing, corporate marketing and special events, budgeting.