About Us

MCS Founder & Chief Maritime Consultant 

 Margaret has been an integral part of the Maritime industry since 1999 and has dedicated herself to assisting Mariners with credentialing since 2012. Her diverse background includes serving in the US Army as both a Combat Engineer and Medical Specialist. She also served as a Search and Rescue (SAR) Technician and a team lead for the Sheriff’s Department’s High Angle Rescue Technician (HART) team. Additionally, Margaret has been a Structural and Wildland Firefighter, an EMS provider since 2009, currently holds a Paramedic license, and teaches medical courses.

With a passion for community service, Margaret worked for a non-profit organization where she assisted landowners with fuels mitigation work. She played key roles as a grant writer, project manager, and coordinator/liaison for federal, state, local entities, and private landowners.

Margaret is deeply committed to ensuring all Mariners are treated equally and are empowered to reach their full potential within the Maritime Industry.

"I am passionate about ensuring all Mariners are treated equal and that all Mariners are able to realize their full potential in the Maritime Industry." 

MCS Assistant

 Damon recently retired after 23 years of dedicated service with the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service, where he held the position of Battalion Chief. With a deep understanding of the complexities involved in working with and within the Federal Government, Damon brings an extensive background in managing, coordinating, and organizing large teams to effectively achieve shared goals.