The Room Where It Happens: World Sailing Annual Conference Recap by Charlie Enright

November 1st marked six months since I became CEO of US Sailing. I spent that day in Manhattan resting before running an ill-advised TCS New York City Marathon — one I’d registered for before taking on this more-than-full-time role. I found myself wondering where all my training time had gone? After dragging myself through all…Read More

Archipelago Rally Recap from Charlie Enright

Three weeks ago, I got a text from Chris Museler, one of the founders of the Archipelago Rally, letting me know that it was going to be held in Wickford, RI on October 18th. I was excited by the prospect of attendance. It’s always seemed cool from afar, but I had a lot going on…Read More

Blue Chip Regatta Recap from Charlie Enright

[caption id="attachment_45864" align="alignleft" width="200"] Credit: Will Johnston / WCJ Photos[/caption] I’m currently flying back from a 5-day trip to Pewaukee, Wisconsin. It was one of the most enjoyable sailing experiences of my entire life, and that’s saying a lot. I was the Mystery Guest at the Blue Chip Regatta, racing in E Scows, hosted by…Read More

An Open Letter to the Sailing Community

As I mark 100 days as CEO of US Sailing, I want to take a moment to reflect, report, and recommit—to you, to our mission, and to the future of sailing in the United States. This past May, my career pivoted. I went from being a professional sailor into the role of Chief Executive Officer…Read More