Leopard Brokerage Expertise

Why Us?

Leopard Brokerage is the number one source for pre-owned Leopard Catamarans worldwide. Buying or selling with Leopard Brokerage provides access to the international market for catamaran sales. Additionally, our inventory of used Leopard Catamarans and select other catamarans all around the world is second to none. This international presence, along with our worldwide network of service facilities, helps us provide exceptional service to both buyers and sellers.

Our globally connected, Leopard- focused team has plenty of experience selling new and pre-owned models. This is in addition to our extensive reach, marketing power and sales support, we can back up our claim that we are the best equipped to meet your needs. As a Part of the Travelopia Group of companies, our team at Leopard Brokerage is a group of professionals you can trust; backed by a strong reputation and financial stability.

When you work with our team as a buyer, you have access to the Leopard Catamarans in-house warranty staff as well as direct contact with the factory team for technical support or claims. You're also added to our list of owners to receive technical advisories into the future. Buyers working with third party brokers don't receive these benefits. 

 

EXCELLENCE   -   KNOWLEDGE   -   REACH   -   SALES SUPPORT   -   MARKETING

 

Our brokers have been selling Leopard catamarans since the brand was born in the 1990s.

With their vast experience and acute understanding of the market, they can provide an accurate valuation of your boat or a boat your are interested in purchasing. In addition, they can help you navigate through the intricacies of the used boat buying process, especially when it comes to international purchases that can sometimes be required due to the historically small supply of used Leopard Catamarans on the market. 

Our intimate knowledge of the Leopard Brand and the global catamaran market provide sellers with the peace of mind that we can sell your yacht quickly.

Used catamarans

 

Product Knowledge

As the exclusive dealer worldwide, every single new Leopard Catamaran that has been built by Robertson & Caine was sold by us. Sales agents within our business have been with Leopard since the inception.  The only catamaran brand that they sell is Leopard. Our team of brokers are not only experts of the Leopard product but have also forged strong relationships with Leopard owners globally.  As the exclusive dealer, we speak with owners and buyers about our product every day.

 

Experience

With a globally connected, Leopard-focused team we have sold more Leopard Catamarans than any other brokerage, both new and used. We have sold 100's of preowned Leopards listed on LeopardBrokerage.com. This is not including the 1000’s of pre-owned Leopard Catamarans sold by our team that have come out of the charter fleets of The Moorings and Sunsail.

 

Sales Support

We do our homework so you don’t have to. Our sales team studies a detailed market analysis of recent Leopard Catamaran sales and market trends. We use this knowledge to establish a fair asking price relative to today’s market. We are able to offer a trade evaluation on your current Leopard if you are interested in purchasing a new Leopard. We will support you through the entire sales process and handle the transaction from start to finish. We organize the survey/ sea trial and haul out and supervise the entire event. Your presence will not be required. We know many qualified captains and will coordinate the process. We are able to recommend third parties for all facets from documentation to survey to repairs/ maintenance and delivery of the vessel.

 

Global Support

With over 20 global charter bases through our sister companies, The Moorings and Sunsail, as well as dedicated Leopard Catamarans regional sales and support offices located in the United States, Mediterannean, and Asia, owner's of both new and used Leopards purchased through our brokerage office have access to our team no matter what part of the world you are cruising.

 

Robertson and Caine

Unique to any other brokerage, we are able to access technical information and history through Robertson and Caine, in addition to the Leopard Service Department. We have very active communication with Robertson and Caine, and full access to their technical team. If we need to get a question answered quickly, or if we need urgent upgrade advice in order to make a sale, we can achieve this better than anyone else. Our relationship with the factory is unrivaled. Any parts that need to be special ordered can be done easily through us. Considering we are the exclusive dealer of Leopard Catamarans, we can advise surveyors and clients on how the boat is built and designed, unlike any other brokerage who is not privy to that information. The information we house can make or break a deal.

Robertson & Caine factory

 

Marketing

Our Reach is Global
We have marketing teams around the globe to ensure that your yacht is not only being exposed to the US market, but to international buyers in the European market, across the Mediterranean, Asia and Australia as well. We maximize the visibility of your listing on a global scale and we promote listings on international websites.

Marine Industry Partners
We don’t just use our database to market your boat, we spend thousands on third party advertising with the largest marine industry partners. We uses these sources for e-mail marketing, online banner advertising and we run print ads featuring our brokerage listings in multiple publications each month.

Digital by Default
In a digital marketing world, it takes ambitious marketing tactics combined with strong content, an innovative google ad words campaign and maximized search engine optimization to get a yacht sold efficiently. 

International Itinerary
You will find Leopard Brokerage Sales Agents at major boat shows in North America and in Europe. This includes the Miami International Boat Show, Annapolis Boats Shows and the International Multihull Boat Show in La Grande Motte.

 

Our Team

Regional Managers

Cyril Lelievre - Region: Europe, Asia, Africa
Cyril Lelievre

Cyril Lelievre has been sailing since his youth and his experience spans from skipper to teacher to racer. With an early career in the biggest shipyards of France, Cyril has been in the yacht brokerage business for nearly 20 years. Cyril opened The Moorings/Sunsail Brokerage office in Nice, France in 1999 and still manages that office today.

 

Patrick O'Reilly - Region: North America, South America, Australia
Patrick O'Reilly

Patrick’s childhood summers were spent sailing the coast of Maine with his father on their Lightning. It was there that his interest for sailing began. Over the next 25 years he developed a passion, not just for sailing, but also for racing. Most of his time was spent cruising/racing in Galveston Bay. However, some of his favorite sailing destinations are the British Virgin Islands, Belize, and Cyclades in Greece. Finally able to mesh his sales career with his passion for sailing, Patrick has been with The Moorings Yacht Brokerage since 2013.

 

Brokers

Michael Winberg - Office: Clearwater, FL
Michael Winberg, Yacht Broker

Meet Michael, a seasoned sailor whose love for the open waters has taken him on journeys all over the world. Navigating through the waters of the British Virgin Islands, St. Lucia, and the Grenadines, to the remote destinations of French Polynesia and the Seychelles. With a passion for sailing, Michael has seamlessly transitioned from exploring the world's most breathtaking destinations with The Moorings & Sunsail to now sharing his expertise and insights in the yacht brokerage industry. Whether you're a seasoned sailor seeking your next adventure or a newcomer eager to dip your toes into the world of cruising, Michael is here to guide you every step of the way. With his wealth of experience and dedication to client satisfaction, he's your trusted partner in turning your waterfront dreams into reality. 

Giles Wood - Office: Tortola, BVI
Giles Wood

Giles’ first memory of sailing was sitting on the bow of a dinghy when he was 5, while he sailed around the bay with his Dad. He has been sailing ever since. After studying engineering at university he worked as a sales manager selling classic and sports cars. He cast off his lines 15 years ago and returned to the water. As an MCA/RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Instructor, he has been around the world skippering, racing and teaching and brings his enthusiasm for sailing to the brokerage. After 10 years in the brokerage based in Tortola he has a lot of experience with the boats and the process to pass on.

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Richard Vass - Office: Tortola, BVI
Richard Vass

Richard Vass first moved to the British Virgin Islands more than a decade ago, working for both Sunsail and The Moorings during this time. Richard’s family are keen sailors and his introduction to yachts began at an early age. Drawing on his knowledge of charter yachts, passion for sailing, and his local knowledge, you’ll find Richard a friendly chap who is happy to explain the brokerage process as well as help you find your dream yacht.

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Daniela Jerkovic - Office: Croatia

Daniela was born and raised in Croatia and has been around boats and the sea her whole life. She studied at the College of Maritime Studies in Split, and has worked for Sunsail since 2003 in various positions from Purchasing and Logistics Manager to Customer Service and Base Manager. She began her current role as a Yacht Broker in 2015.

 

Marjorie Fillet - Office: Nice, France
Marjorie Fillet profile photo

Growing up in Nice on the French Riviera, Marjorie has had a lifelong affinity for the water. After completing her education in France and Thailand, with a Degree from Edhec Business school, Marjorie worked in superyacht chartering and had operational experience aboard the 120ft motoryacht ‘DB9’ for few seasons in Med. She joined the Sunsail Yacht Brokerage team in 2007 following four years as sales broker. Then she relocated to China for nine years to pursue a career in the Yachting industry. Before coming back to France, Marjorie took her young family cruising in the Coral sea aboard her 38ft catamaran. They enjoyed a six month sailing adventure, visiting Vanuatu and New Caledonia. Now back to France, she is delighted to continue with the Sunsail Brokerage team and to service buyers and sellers alike.​

 

Alexandra Velliou - Office: Athens, Greece

Alexandra is from Palairos, a small fishing harbor where Sunsail and The Moorings were previously based (Vounaki resort). She studied Business and Tourism Administration and has been working for the company since 2012. Before starting with yacht sales in June 2019, Alexandra spent 2 years with the charter side of the business, working in customer service at Zea Marina in Athens. 

 

Joseph Saglimbeni - Office: Ft Lauderdale, FL

Joseph’s love for the water and traveling began when he was a freshman at SUNY Maritime College (Class of ’96).  As a cadet he set sail aboard the training ship “Empire State VI” for ports in Italy, Ireland, England, France, Greece and Spain where he was introduced to many beautiful people and their cultures.  After graduating Joseph continued exploring various ports while working on gasoline tankers, tugs and barges in the U.S. Gulf and New York Harbor. Transitioning to the shore side of the maritime industry, Joseph excelled in logistics as a ship broker and vessel scheduler for commodities trading companies. Now with The Moorings, he combines his love for the sea and adventure with his commercial expertise to help you find the perfect yacht, setting you on a journey to wonderful places and unforgettable encounters.

Ikraam Galant - Office: Cape Town, South Africa
Ikraam Galant

Ikraam was born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa. He studied Business Management and joined Sunsail and The Moorings 9 years ago as the Sales Manager in the charter division of the Cape Town Sales Office. Ikraam has good first-hand knowledge of our world renowned Leopard Catamarans having been to the Robertson & Caine factory on numerous occasions. He has experience sailing in the challenging waters of Cape Town, experienced the ocean safari like seas of The Seychelles, enjoyed the pristine conditions of the Bahamas and British Virgin Islands, sailed the exotic islands of Phuket and the majestic islands of Croatia. During his time with the company, he relocated to Asia as the Business Development Manager for Sunsail and The Moorings charter division. Upon his return to South Africa in September 2020, Ikraam is excited to join the Sunsail, Moorings and Leopard Brokerage team as a yacht broker.

 

Joe Ahern - Office: Ft Lauderdale, FL
Joe Ahern

Originally from Chicago, Joe discovered his passion for the sea on an Outward Bound Survival Course sailing from Maine to Bermuda roundtrip. This transformative experience ignited his love for the sea. After attending the prestigious Michigan State University, Joe honed his sales skills from his time at Echo Global Logistics and Salesforce. During the height of the COVID pandemic, he alone moved to Miami to be closer to the ocean and embrace a sense of freedom. With his strong professional background, Joe transitioned into the maritime industry by first working at a yacht charter company and then a maritime MLS. His expertise and enthusiasm for yachting led him to join Moorings Brokerage & Sunsail as a yacht broker. Joe has attended numerous prestigious yacht shows, including the renowned Monaco Yacht Show, bringing a wealth of knowledge and a keen eye for detail to his clients. Whether you're buying or selling a yacht, Joe's dedication and passion ensure an exhilarating and seamless experience on your journey to the sea.

Administrative Support

Administrative Support Team - Office: Ft Lauderdale, FL
Leopard Catamarans

Below is a list of the additional services we offer and administer with our experienced in-house team. Please contact us for more information.

  • Escrow Funds
  • Title Search
  • Local Surveyor Information and Contact Details
  • Documentation Agent Referrals
  • Creation of All Closing Documents, including:
    • Closing Statements
    • Coast Guard Bills of Sale
    • Limited Power of Attorney
    • Sales Tax Statements and Exemption Certificates
    • USCG Document Deletions
Administrative Support – Office: Nice, France

Our administrative support team in France offers local expertise and contacts for clients and transactions in and around the Mediterranean region.

Deana Nagy - Office: Clearwater (FL), USA

Deanna moved to Florida 3 1/2 years ago from Ohio so that she and her husband could be closer to the ocean where they enjoy fishing, boating and kayaking. She has worked in the automotive field since 2001 in multiple areas from service to finance as well as warranty claims. She also has multiple years of experience in customer service and office management and is excited to enter into the marine industry.