Robert Noyce

My first sailboat race was on Spa Creek in a Cadet, about 1956. We had to dodge the old Stearman amphibious biplanes that the midshipmen flew for training. Annapolis was a small town when I helped to build a Windmill class design in 1963. I was bitten early by the boat building bug. Amazed and satisfied by what you could do with mahogany, spruce and resorcinol glue I decided to stick with it! I worked as an apprentice sailmaker at Charles Ulmer Sailmakers. After my training at the Ulmer loft I began a long career of working for myself. Curiosity about sewing, bending and welding metal allowed me to develop a company that specialized in canvas design and fabrication, rigging and spar building With the changing market I began to design and fabricate structures for sport fisherman. I continued to gain more experience in yacht building. In 1979 I was given the opportunity to travel to Asia to oversee the construction of sailboats and eventually power boats. I have worked there continuously and I am familiar with nearly all long living factories throughout the Pacific Rim. Spending time in Asia and the US I developed R. A. Noyce & Associates an International Yacht Survey company. I am proud to have worked with three of the most successful and competent surveyors in the US and I still have associates in Taiwan and China that share inspection responsibilities with me.

Allow me to share my experience and skill with you to develop or find the ideal boat for you! At NOYCE YACHTS we truly have a "pasion for boats." Call Robert on his mobile phone 410-703-5380, or email ranoyce@aol.com

Tom Knoedler

A Maryland native growing up around the Chesapeake Tom always had an interest in boats. After several years working overseas for Dept. of Defense Tom returned to Maryland and started a custom home building company. Cashing out of the construction business in 1989 Tom moved to Ocean City, MD and obtained a 100 ton US Coast Guard license and established a charter sailing business, yacht deliveries during the winter months, also buying and selling spec boats, dealing with many Yacht Brokers. Thru that experience Tom has a keen knowledge of what it takes to satisfy both buyers and sellers in a competitive market place. Tom believes in communication with clients, always return phone calls and tell the truth.

A simple formula of trust and honesty to bring sellers and buyers together. Reputation means everything.

Tom achieved his Certified Professional Yacht Broker (CPYB) designation in 2008, the highest professional credential for yacht brokers and has held a 100-ton USCG Masters License since 1993.

Art Howard

Born in Pittsburgh, PA and raised in Arlington, VA on the banks of the Potomac River. Keeping his feet near the grand old river, he attended George Washington University, earning a degree Mechanical Engineering. He then continued as a graduate at G W University & University of Michigan, for Business Administration. After serving in the U.S. Air Force Art was associated with Washington Gas Light Company for 31 years retiring as Directed Customer Relations, Government Relations & Community Affairs. No matter how busy at his "real world job", Art enjoyed sailing his Westerly and Sabre 34. Now retired, he has slowed down enough to be only a volunteer for the American Red Cross of the National Capital Area, Chairman of the Board Palisades-Georgetown Lions Club, President. Art and his wife relax aboard their Campbell/Duffy 35 lobster boat kept at beautiful Chesapeake Harbour. Like many lifelong boaters, Art's post retirement has allowed him to serve as a broker for Gilman Yachts, and now Noyce Yachts. Art is our Duffy Down East and Campbell boat development leader. Call Art now for expert advice and service! art@noyceyachts.com

Bill Yates

Bill was born in Baltimore, MD. Bill's father as a boat builder, the apple has not fallen far from the tree. Bill has been very active boating on the Chesapeake Bay since his childhood. His love for the water is shared by his wife and soulmate Carol.

Sanctioned racing a J30 for two years with the Rock Creek Sailing Association meant meeting a worthy group of adventurers. Realizing how important claiming precious time together is, they decided to live their passion.



In 1998 Bill and Carol sold their house and belongings and left to fulfill their cruising dreams. They helped to develop the perfect Mason 44 to be built by Ta Shing, sister company to Tayana. Before they escaped and went cruising the East Coast, Bermuda, Bahamas and the Caribbean to Trinidad and back, Bill owned and operated a hair salon with 17 employees. His unique people skills and interest in buying homes and remodeling them for resale was a perfect course for transitioning to yacht consulting. His passion to find the right boat for the right owner is priceless.

Coming back to Baltimore in 2003, Bill decided to use all of his boating and cruising experience and become a yacht broker. He and Carol lived on their Mason for ten years. Sharing this life style experience is a bonus for his customers. Bill and Carol still own and sail regularly around the east coast. They are also available for instruction and for deliveries.

NOYCE YACHTS is fortunate to have a team like Bill and Carol. Call Bill for experienced help and advice on listing your boat for sale and for your next yacht purchase. Cell (410) 908-9727