US Sailing is pleased to announce a new partnership with Barton & Gray Mariners Club, naming Barton & Gray an Official Fleet Partner and Official Partner of US Sailing. The two-year partnership will bring together two organizations with a shared commitment to creating exceptional experiences on the water and expanding engagement with the sailing community.
Through the partnership, Barton & Gray will be integrated across US Sailing’s digital, social, content, membership and event platforms. The collaboration will provide opportunities to introduce Barton & Gray to US Sailing’s membership while creating new ways for sailors and boating enthusiasts to connect with the brand.
“Barton & Gray and US Sailing share a deep appreciation for the experiences and connections that happen on the water,” remarked Charlie Enright, Chief Executive Officer of US Sailing. “This partnership gives us an exciting opportunity to bring that shared passion to our members while creating new ways for sailors and boating enthusiasts to engage with the sport and with one another. We’re excited to work together to make these experiences even more meaningful for our community.”
The organizations will also collaborate on dedicated storytelling and content initiatives distributed through US Sailing’s digital and social channels and made available for Barton & Gray’s own communications.
US Sailing and Barton & Gray will also work together to develop an exclusive membership opportunity for qualified US Sailing members to apply for Barton & Gray membership.
In addition to digital and membership engagement, the partnership will create opportunities for Barton & Gray to participate in select US Sailing events and hospitality experiences.
“We are thrilled to partner with US Sailing, an organization that has played an integral role in the advancement and growth of the sport of sailing in the United States,” said Doug Gray, Chief Marketing Officer and Co-Founder of Barton & Gray Mariners Club. “Our Members use the Club yachts to committee races and for spectating at local clubs, International Regattas and everything in between. We share a passion for bringing people together on the water — we look forward to expanding our platform to support the US Sailing Team!”
The partnership reflects a shared vision for building meaningful connections around sailing, boating and life on the water, while providing US Sailing members with new opportunities and experiences through Barton & Gray.