About Kathy A. Smith
I’ve been drawn to the marine world for as long as I can remember.
After moving to the seaside at a young age, I spent much of my time at the marina next to where we lived, happily chatting with the fishermen and sailors who came to work on their boats.
I have over 20 of experience supporting founders and small teams behind the scenes, helping bring structure and consistency to the day-to-day work that keeps a business running. From managing communications and coordinating projects to keeping things organized as priorities shift, I focus on making sure everything moves forward smoothly and nothing gets overlooked.
Additionally, I also spent over a decade writing for marine trade publications, further strengthening my connection to the industry. I now write for West Coast Marine Conversations, a passion project focused on the people and stories behind the marine industry.