Chertsey Team
Richard Bates - Managing Director
Richard is part of the fifth generation of the Bates family who have been present on the River Thames for over 100 years. Richard and David de Vere started Bates Wharf Marine Sales in 1991 after having been together with their previous employers since 1985. Richard is also the Managing Director of W.Bates & Son marina operators and famous for building the classic Bates Starcraft, for details of the Starcraft owners club visit www.bates-starcraft.co.uk.
David DeVere - Joint Managing and Financial Director
David entered the marine industry in 1972 working for Westerly Marine a yacht manufacturer on the South Coast. His past experience includes being one of the first ever importers of American power boats into the uk back in the 80s and managing the yacht racing division of a South Coast manufacturer. Today David is primarily responsible for all the financial aspects of Bates Wharf Chertsey, Poole and Eastbourne.
Claire Bates - Office Manager/Sales
Claire has been with Bates Wharf since 1999 her role oversees the running of the office which involves invoicing, sales administration, marketing and is also Sales Manger for new and used sports boats and cruisers.
Tony Humphrey - After Sales Manager
Tony has a long history in power boat sales and joined our company in 2002 after having worked for Bayliner in Windermere for over 15 years where he gained extensive experience in American power boats. He now in addition to sales, oversees the after sales service and gives extensive tuition to new and used boat owners.
Sarah Coppen - Sales & Marketing
Sarah joined Bates Wharf in 2010 and is responsible for marketing and administration across the three offices. Sarah has also become a valued sales person within the team.
Jaydan Smith - PDI / Engineering
Jayden has proved to be a valued member of the team, he is very conscientious about the end result to ensure the boat is perfect for the customer, Jay is also currently studying to become an engineer.
Martin Bolwell
Boat Valeting. Occassional sales.