Jackson holds a U.S.C.G. 100 Ton Master license with endorsements and is a certified Sailing & Powerboat Instructor.

He specializes in training owners and their families to become proficient operators of their vessel and qualify with insurance carriers to command their own vessel.

With over 20 years of experience power cruising and sailing on the East Coast, Southern California, Mexico and Hawaii and extensive education training, Jackson offers a pragmatic and principled approach to teaching all aspects of vessel ownership and operation.

Originally from New York City, Jackson is a long-term resident of Southern California. In addition to teaching certifications from U.S. Powerboating and U.S Sailing, Jackson holds an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business and a B.A. from Washington & Lee University.