McMichael Yacht Yards & Brokers

Founded in New Rochelle in 1935 by Howard and Jacqueline McMichael, the company provided services to the boating public, including fuel and provisioning. Many of their customers were from nearby Larchmont Yacht Club. They built the business over the following years believing that “providing good service in a friendly manner is the key to success. In 2019, Howard had passed the torch to another family member, Steve Leicht, the third generation of family members to run the company. Howard remained involved in the day-to-day operation of the business as Chairman until his death in June 2020.Steve has been on the Board for years and, for the preceding year, had served as the company’s COO. Today, Steve is the President and overseeing operations for both yards and the brokerage. Steve, as was Howard, is in the Post Road office of McMichael Today, McMichael Yacht Brokers and Yacht Yards employs over 35 people that continue to “provide good service in a friendly manner.” Our service yards are widely recognized as one of the top choices in the East for laminate repair and offshore race outfitting. Our brokerage office is staffed by some of the most experienced and respected brokers and administration in the industry. We look forward to working with you. In 1962, Howard Jr. joined the business after serving two years as an officer in the infantry. Having grown up in the boat yard, he started selling boats, managing purchasing and marketing. The 1960’s to the 1980’s were years of expansion and strong sales, with McMichael representing nearly every major builder at some point. Highlights include C&C, Pearson, Sweden, O’Day, Morgan, Ranger, Paceship, Nauticat, Islander, and, of course, J Boats. During this time, McMichael was the largest dealer in the world for many of these lines. Presently, in addition to J Boats, McMichael is one of the leading U.S. dealers for MJM Yachts, Hanse Yachts, Dehler Yachts, Amel Yachts, and AB Inflatables.