John Howell Named One Design Service and Leadership Award Winner

Extended article detailing John Howell's exceptional leadership of the Thistle Class from 2018-2024. His major contributions include developing a 10-year strategic plan with 12 projects, launching a boat grant program and fleet boat program, managing a website redesign, creating a youth regatta reimbursement program, establishing financial stability through fundraising, creating the Thistle Class Endowment Fund, and preserving historic wooden Thistles. The article lauds his comprehensive approach to class growth, financial security, and boat availability.

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• John Howell
• leadership
• class growth
• strategic planning