Marine 365 Staff
Here at Marine 365, our customers are what drives us. That's why our experienced and welcoming staff provides YOU with the best, most knowledgeable and courteous service around. The word is out, and Boating Industry magazine selected Marine 365 as a Top 100 Dealer in the nation fifteen years in a row based on the votes and input of consumers everywhere!
Team Marine 365
Andy Thomas
Fiberglass Specialist
Name Andy Thomas
Title Fiberglass Specialist
Andy has been with the Marine 365 crew since 2014. He enjoys working here because of the atmosphere and the friendly people. When Andy is not working, he likes to travel and go camping. When he was asked what animal he would be, he chose a cheetah because he could run fast. An item that is on his bucket list is to be an off-road tester.
Brad Howitt
Customer Care Specialist
Name Brad Howitt
Title Customer Care Specialist
Brad has been with Marine 365 since June 2014. His favorite thing about working at Marine 365 is operating the forklift and driving the cool boats. When Brad is not working at Marine 365, he can be found snowmobiling, four-wheeling, and detailing cars and trucks. When asked what animal he would be, he answered a bird because they can fly. Lastly, Brad was asked to name something off his bucket list, and he answered that he would like to attend the SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
Brad Rhode
Parts & Warranty Specialist
Name Brad Rhode
Title Parts & Warranty Specialist
Brad has been with Marine 365 since February 2022. His favorite thing about Marine 365 is that it is a very family oriented company and is a great place to work. When he's not at work he enjoys being outdoors- hunting, boating, fishing or camping. His passion is waterfowl hunting and walleye fishing. Brad was asked if he could be any aminal what it would be. His answer was a Chocolate Lab- so he could continue to chase ducks during the fall. He was asked to name something off his bucket list and said "I have a Duck-it list: harvest as many duck species as possible!"
Brant Gryniewski
Sales Professional
Name Brant Gryniewski
Title Sales Professional
Brant has been with Marine 365 since 2014. One of his favorite things about working at Marine 365 is offering a chance to have fun instead of a need. When Brant is not working at Marine 365, you can find him coaching baseball, skiing, fishing, hanging out with his family, and boating! When asked what animal he would be, he answered a flying squirrel. He chose a flying squirrel because not only it is a squirrel, but it also flies. An item off his bucket list is to go helicopter skiing in Canada..
Beau Bradison
Dockhand
Name Beau Bradison
Title Dockhand
Beau has been with Marine 365 since 2021. What he likes best about working at Marine 365 is the people, and being able to be outside working. Beau's favorite thing to do outside of Marine 365 for fun is biking and riding his dirt bike. When asked if he could be any animal, what would he be and why? His answer was a dog, because it's like being a person. Something he wants to check off his bucketlist is to buy a Can-Am Maverick X3.
Brett Bradison
Customer Care Specialist
Name Brett Bradison
Title Customer Care Specialist
Brett started at Marine 365 in 2020. His favorite thing about working at Marine 365 is working outside and its culture. When Brett is not working at Marine 365, he enjoys watching sports, fishing, hunting, and outdoor activities. When asked what animal he would be and why, he answered that he would be a shark. The reason he selected sharks because they are the king of the ocean. An item that is on Brett's bucket list is to travel outside the United States.
Brock Howitt
Customer Care Specialist
Name Brock Howitt
Title Customer Care Specialist
Brock started with Marine 365 in 2018. What he likes most about working at Marine 365 is the variety of work and interacting with customers and fellow team members. Some of his favorite things to do outside of work is golfing, playing basketball, and hanging out with friends. When asked what animal he would be and why, he answered that he would be a lion. He thought he related best to a lion because they are the kings of the jungle. Lions also have great raw power and strength, and fear no other animal. An item on Brock's bucket list is to golf at Pebble Beach Golf Course in California.
Brooks Godeck
Dockhand
Name Brooks Godeck
Title Dockhand
Brooks has been with Marine 365 since 2022. What he likes most about Marine 365 is how friendly everyone is. His favorite thing to do when not working at Marine 365 is ride 4-wheelers and snowmobiles. When Brooks was asked if he could be any animal in the world and why, Brooks said a bear because of his love of being in the woods. Something he wants to check off his bucket list is to take a trip to Alaska.
Cody Stonebrook
Detailing & Maintenance Technician
Name Cody Stonebrook
Title Detailing & Maintenance Technician
Cody joined Marine 365 in 2023. What he likes most about working for Marine 365 is the overall culture and clean work environment. When Cody isn't at work, he enjoys working on personal vehicles, writing and producing music, and trying new restaurants with his wife. Cody was asked if he could be any animal; he would want to be some kind of bird so he could fly around. An item he would like to check off his bucket list would be to travel to Germany & Ireland, as that is where his and his wifes' families' origins are.
Cory Kontny
Certified Marine Technician
Name Cory Kontny
Title Certified Marine Technician
Cory joined the Marine 365 crew in 2016. His favorite thing about working at Marine 365 is having the opportunity to continue to learn about the latest marine products. When Cory is not working at Marine 365, he can be found hunting and fishing. Cory was asked if he could be any animal, he would like to be a honey badger. He chose this animal because they are tough, relentless, and fearless. An item that is on his bucket list is to go to Saskatchewan, Canada to go duck hunting.
DeAnna Charles
Administrative Assistant
Name DeAnna Charles
Title Administrative Assistant
DeAnna joined Marine 365 in 2021. Her favorite thing about working at Marine 365 is the atmosphere & the genuine camaraderie that everyone shows here. When DeAnna is not at Marine 365, she likes to travel or spend time with her family and friends. When asked what animal she would be and why, she answered a Flamingo, because who wouldn't want to sleep standing up & eat upside down? An item on DeAnna's bucket list is to travel to Iceland to see the Northern Lights and Puffins!
Debbie Howitt
VP of Finance / Human Resources Manager
Name Debbie Howitt
Title VP of Finance / Human Resources Manager
Debbie has been with the company since 2005. Her favorite thing about working at Marine 365 is that it is NEVER boring! There is always something going on and it is a pleasure to work with such an enjoyable team. When Debbie is not working, you can find her enjoying her photography hobby. She likes a good workout and loves the chance to take a nap on the back of the boat on a slow cruise in the warm sun. If Debbie were to be an animal, she would be a cheetah because she would love to be able to run super-fast and look good doing it. An item on her bucket list is to run a half marathon. To date she has not run more than 8 miles at once, so building up to 13.1 miles will be a challenge.
Jason Bloomer
Service Manager
Name Jason Bloomer
Title Service Manager
Jason has been with Marine 365 since 1992. His favorite things about working at Marine 365 is working on the water, the boats, the people, and the experiences. When Jason isn't at Marine 365, he enjoys riding his snowmobile, boating, and camping. When asked what animal he would be and why, he said walrus, because their tusks are cool. Lastly, when asked to name something off of his bucket list, Jason answered, "To go to Glamis and ride the Imperial Sand Dunes."
Mason Taylor
Dockhand
Name Mason Taylor
Title Dockhand
2023 is Mason's first season with Marine 365. What he likes most about Marine 365 is how friendly the crew is. When Mason is not at Marine 365 he enjoys hunting and playing sports. Mason was asked "If you could be any any animal, what would it be and why?" Mason answered a Duck, so he could fly. An item he wants to check off his bucketlist is going on a Harlequin Duck hunt.
Nick Johnson
Marine Technician
Name Nick Johnson
Title Marine Technician
Nick has worked for Marine 365 since August 2019. His favorite thing about working here is the atmosphere and environment. When Nick isn't working at Marine 365, he loves to go fishing. Nick was asked, "If you could be any animal, what would you be, and why?" After much thought, Nick picked a sloth- because it took him forever to complete his employee bio and turn it in! Something on Nick's bucket list is to go to Alaska one day!
Ron Szcepanski
Master Marine Technician
Name Ron Szcepanski
Title Master Marine Technician
Ron has been with Marine 365 since 1987. What Ron likes most about working at Marine 365 is fixing and working on boats and their systems. He also likes mentoring new techs and watching them blossom into better techs. His favorite things to do outside of work is hunting and fishing. If Ron were an animal, he would like to be a dog. They get to lay around most of the time, get fed, get played with and loved. Lastly, an item that is on Ron's bucket list is to go elk hunting out west and to shoot a huge one!
Sam Teddy
Dockhand
Name Sam Teddy
Title Dockhand
Sam started working at Marine 365 in 2021. His favorite part of working at Marine 365 is being outside and seeing all the cool boats. When he isn't working, Sam enjoys longboarding, playing sports and hanging out with his friends. When asked if he could be any animal in the world he chose an Otter, because they are cute and get to lay around. Something that Sam wants to check off his bucket list is buying a car!
Tiffany Koske
Controller
Name Tiffany Koske
Title Controller
Tiffany joined the Marine 365 crew in 2017. Her favorite thing about working at Marine 365 is building relationships with fellow co-workers and customers. When Tiffany is not at work, she can be found up at her cottage spending time with family and friends. If she were an animal, she would be a dog, because she would not be hunted, but the hunter. An item on her bucket list that she would like to do is to hunt and travel around the world!
Andy Howitt
President
Name Andy Howitt
Title President
Andy started at Marine 365 in 1998 working as Service Manager. In 2002, he had the chance to buy the company. Although it was not the best time to take on such an endeavor, Andy realized sometimes opportunity only knocks once. With the support of his wife and the guidance and wisdom of some very special M365 coworkers, customers, and friends, he took the chance of a lifetime and made it happen. Since then, it has been an epic ride fueled by the passions of those he serves as he helps them "Live their Lifestyle". When asked what animal he would be and why, he answered a tiger because he likes to stand out in a crowd. It is very fitting since his favorite song is "Eye of the Tiger" by Survivor. Lastly, an item on his bucket list is to ride his Harley® Street Glide to Sturgis.