MEET TEAM WILLIS

At Willis Custom Yachts, our commitment to excellence is driven by the faces behind our success—our dedicated team. Led by General Manager Stan Crooks, we pride ourselves on a collaborative approach that ensures every project is executed to the highest standards.

Our Service Department: What To Expect

In our Service Department, Wayne Lukey heads up Business Development, guiding our clients through every step of their journey. Wayne and his team of estimators are your first point of contact; they will reach out to discuss your vessel’s scope of work, listening closely to your expectations, timeframe, and budget. Our approach is straightforward: we don’t quote time and materials. Instead, each estimate we provide is a detailed, itemized overview that outlines both estimated labor and materials. This transparency gives you a clear understanding of the work required and a realistic cost, so you can plan confidently.

Once your vessel arrives at our yard, you’ll be assigned a dedicated project manager who will oversee every aspect of your visit.

From work quality and scheduling to billing and communication, your project manager is responsible for ensuring everything runs smoothly during your yard stay.

But it’s not just our management team that makes us exceptional. Our skilled technicians are the true heroes of Team Willis. Whether it’s surface blasting, bottom coatings, fiberglass work, carpentry, mechanical repairs, or painting, our craftsmen take immense pride in their work. Their dedication and expertise shine through in every project.

At Willis Custom Yachts, we believe that great service begins and ends with our people. Meet the faces of Team Willis and experience the difference that passion and professionalism can make for your vessel.

MEET TEAM WILLIS:

SERVICE

Business Development

Project Management

Trades Department

Accounting Department

Front Gate: Security & Subcontractor Coordinator

Carla:

Guest Services

Kaila Brown:

Logistics & Social Media

Laura White:

Inventory & Procurement

MEET TEAM WILLIS:

NEW BUILD

New Build Management

Leading our New Build team is Derrick Fowler, our Director of Operations. Derrick’s expertise and leadership are pivotal as he oversees every aspect of the department, from the new builds to the talented individuals who bring them to fruition. Under his guidance, our team is committed to delivering not just custom sportfish yachts, but exceptional experiences.

Each new build project is assigned a dedicated project manager, ensuring personalized attention from the very beginning. Our project managers—Herman Gonzalez, Ryan Batista, and Kris Stoilkov—work closely with the owners throughout the entire process. From initial concept discussions and 3D renderings to the final commissioning of the vessel, our team is here to ensure that each owner’s vision is realized at every stage.

Derrick Fowler

Director of Operations

Kris Stoilkov

Project Manager

Herman Gonzalez

Project Manager

Ryan Batista

Project Manager

MERCURY DIVISION

Chris Miller:

Mercury Manager