Ned Jones

Ned Jones has a diverse work experience in the marine industry. Ned started their career at Vanguard Sailboats / Laser Performance as a Product Manager from 2000 to 2008. Ned then owned Whitney Racing from 2008 onwards. In 2011, they served as the Director of Admissions at IYRS until 2012. In 2013, they became a Technical Consultant at J Boats Inc. and also established their own company, Jones Maritime Services, as a Principal offering marine survey, inspection, and consulting services. Later, in 2016, they joined AkzoNobel International Paint as a Technical Sales Representative initially and then became the Technical Sales Team Lead - Northeast and Midwest, North America. Currently, they are the Vice President at the Rhode Island Marine Trades Association starting from 2023.

Ned Jones has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Industrial Technology/Technician from California State University, Long Beach, which they completed from 1986-1989. Ned also earned an Associate's Degree in Industrial and Product Design from Orange Coast College from 1984-1986. Additionally, they obtained a Certificate in Yacht Design from The Landing School in 2010 and completed a Yacht and Small Craft Survey program at Chapman School of Seamanship in 2013. Ned Jones holds several certifications including Certified Marine Corrosion Technician, Certified Marine Electrical Technician, Standards Certified Marine Technician from the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC), and Surveyor Associate from the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors (SAMS).