Meet Our team
See for yourself the team that makes your boating dreams possible!
The people behind your best days on the water
At Chessie Marine, our team is built on decades of passion for boating, deep industry knowledge, and a commitment to exceptional customer service. For over 30 years, we’ve cultivated strong relationships with leading manufacturers, suppliers, and boating enthusiasts to provide top-quality new and used boats, accessories, and full-service support across Maryland and beyond.
Every member of our team brings hands-on experience from helping you find the perfect wakeboard or pontoon boat to offering expert maintenance, repair, and financing guidance—ensuring every customer enjoys a smooth, trusted boating experience from first contact through ownership. Our dedication to community, craftsmanship, and boating excellence drives everything we do.
Leadership

Bryan and Melissa Buckland
Owners, Managers, Lovers & Friends
bryan.buckland@chessiemarine.com
melissa@chessiemarine.com
Sales

S-Jon Buchanan
Sales Support Manager and Owns a Dodge Ram

Chris "Bud Lite" Buckland
Sales Manager and Boss's Son
410-920-2573
chris.buckland@chessiemarine.com

Andy "Godfather" Palko
Sales and GM, Pro Surfer, Hunk, and Website Editor
443-553-3798
andy@chessiemarine.com

Brian "Cadillac" Sinclair
Carolina Skiff Salesperson Manager and Subway Spokesperson
brian@chessiemarine.com
Managers

Jamie "The Raven" Oals
Service Manager , Shop Mom, and Interpretive Dancer
4106202628
jamie@chessiemarine.com

Tommy Shirley
Parts Manager
4106202628
tommy@chessiemarine.com

Judi Shanahan
Warranty Manager and Party Animal

Jen "Stalker 365" Fleming
Accounting Manager (working to put kid through Hockey)

Daryl "Inmate 005862" Slate
Delivery Captain Manager and Person of Interest
Technical

Jake Webb
Malibu Technical Manager and High School Student

Jason "Montgomery" Burns
Fiberglass Repair Manager, Tech, and Constantly Complaining

Cory
Technician 410-620-BOAT

Austin "Swipe Left" Lee
Tech Support Manager and Covid Positive
