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Grand Banks Yachts and Palm Beach Motor Yachts will open sales and service operations at Kona Kai Marina in San Diego. Michael Kusler, a former Grand Banks sales representative, will lead the new operation.

“Michael’s comprehensive understanding of the Grand Banks brand, paired with his background in the yachting industry, makes him an ideal fit to represent our two amazing brands, Grand Banks Yachts and Palm Beach Motor Yachts, in Southern California and on the West Coast,” Mark Richards, CEO of the GB Marine Group, said in a statement.

“We currently have 13 new models under construction across both brands, so the timing is ideal for Michael to join our team,” Richards added.