Tom is also one of the longest running concessionaires in the Ohio State Park system. Tom laid his roots in the marine industry right here on the banks of Cowan Lake. He operated the business right out of the marina from 1985 until 2003. 2003 brought the expansion of the sales facility to the current location on Highway 730. And additional expansion was completed in 2007 at that location as well.

Chad Taylor has worked at South Shore Marina for as long as he can remember. The youngest son of Tom and Lisa Taylor, Chad started his career working during the summer on the dock at the Marina. Chad continued to work at the family marina throughout his high school years and while on breaks from college. He also joined the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve in July of 2000 and still serves in the reserves. Chad has been away from South Shore only for the two years he spent working in the auto industry and for the time required to serve on active duty during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Liberty Shield/Enduring Freedom. Chad now coordinates boat sales for the dealership. Chad serves on several marine industry panels and was appointed by former Gov. Ted Strickland to the Ohio Waterways Safety Council. He has also earned honors as a Top Ten Lowe Boats salesperson, and was nominated by Boating Industry Magazine as being one of the Top 35 Young Industry Leaders under the age of 40. Chad continues to be an advocate for boater’s voices all over Southern Ohio. As well, he is active in the American Legion where he has served as several post officers and district officers. Chad enjoys boating, musky fishing, the Cincinnati Bengals, and riding his Harley-Davidson. Chad is married to his wife Stacy and they have three daughters, Brooklyn, Jenna, and Temperance.

Rob came to us by way of Florida! Rob began working at SSM in August of 2010. He is our newest member of the Service Department and he has just recently begun the challenging process of becoming a Certified Marine Service Technician! Rob was born in Ohio but moved to Florida while still in High School. Much of his technical background comes from the Auto Industry. Rob enjoys weight lifting, working out, Ford Mustangs, and eating! We welcome him to our staff! If you really want to hear some stories just ask Rob or Chad about their childhood; they are cousins and were lifelong childhood friends.... they are very interesting!

Pat has been working boat shows and special events for South Shore Marina for over ten years. He also helps with Marina publications and editing tasks. Pat, a retired school counselor, lives with his wife in Dayton, Ohio. An avid angler for a variety of species, Pat is a member of the South Shore Marina Fishing Team and is on Evinrude's Pro Team list. Pat enjoys spending time on the water with his family (four children/five grandchildren) and friends!

Ron has been around South Shore Marina for--we're not really sure how long--we just know it is long! Words can not express the amount of work Ron does for us! Most people know him as the "Tour Boat Captain" from the days of the Cowan Lake Pontoon Tours. Ron is an avid angler. He is retired from International Paper and currently works part time for the City of Wilmington. If you're looking for Ron, he is usually hanging out at South Shore or on Cowan Lake.

Ray has been at South Shore Marina for over 20 years. Ray works the front counter at the Marina on weekends and holidays. Ray-Boo's other nickname is Boo-Boo! Ray enjoys cooking and is an avid computer gamer! When not working at his regular job or at South Shore he enjoys spending time with his grandkids!

Sherry works the front counter at the Marina during the week. Sherry handles boat rental and bait shop duties for the Marina. Anything you need, just ask her! Sherry has been employed at South Shore for three years.

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