Charting a Course

INCOMING IFAI BOARD CHAIR KATIE BRADFORD TAKES THE HELM, USING BUSINESS EXPERTISE AND NETWORKING KNOW-HOW TO LEAD THE ASSOCIATION.

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Katie Bradford is a Certified Master Fabric Craftsman, and started Custom Marine Canvas because she had always sailed, and always sewed. Past Chairman of the MFA and a director of IFAI and NECPA, she keeps up with new fabrics, fittings, and techniques. Past Commodore of the Eastern Connecticut Sailing Association (ECSA), Mystic River Sailing Association (MRMSA),and President of New London Community Boating, she keeps up with sailing in the area. Katie competes on the Grand Prix level, so stays in touch with the need for lightweight, efficient products to improve racing. Veteran of many yacht deliveries, including two Transatlantic passages, she knows what boats need to stay safe, comfortable, and attractive.

Adventurous. Creative. Determined. Read the cover article that captures not only Katie’s story, but her spirit as well.

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