GEO Committee Women of The Waterfront Award
This award recognizes a notable woman in the yachting industry, a CYBA member who exemplified exceptional service and support in the promotion of the profession and the CYBA’s standard of professionalism.
Requirements for nominations include:
- A CYBA member in good standing.
- Actively engaged in the boating/sailing industry activities on a local, regional and/or national level.
- Exemplified the professionalism, ethical behavior, and business practices that are the trademark of the CYBA membership.
- Actively promoted the CYBA and other professional associations in recreational boating to elevate professionalism, high standards of conduct, consumer awareness, and growth of the industry.
Through a nomination and election process open to the membership, the recipient will be presented during the Annual CYBA Dinner each year. The award will be a custom-made award as their own personal keepsake and highlighted in a press release to be distributed on social media platforms, the CYBA website and CYBA Newsletter.
If you have any questions feel free to contact
CYBA Executive Director, Mark P White
310-968-9376
markpwhite@CYBA.info
2025 Winner of the Women Of The Waterfront Award
CYBA Woman of the Year – Kim Dumas
Kim embodies the very best qualities of our industry—integrity, professionalism, mentorship, and a genuine passion for boating and the people who make up our maritime community.
With her 25 years in the yachting world, Kim has built a reputation not only as a top-performing broker but as a trusted advisor and advocate for her clients. Her deep knowledge of the industry, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to ethical standards have made her a role model for others in the field.
Beyond her professional success, Kim’s leadership and generosity have had a lasting impact on our local sailing and boating community. She is known for mentoring new brokers, supporting CYBA initiatives, and contributing her time and expertise to improve standards and strengthen relationships within the association. Her positive energy and willingness to help others exemplify the collaborative spirit that keeps our community thriving.
Kim’s influence extends beyond selling boats—she uplifts the industry, with her enthusiasm for boating and desire to get more women out boating and comfortable on the water. She continues to raise the bar for what it means to be a true leader in California’s yachting community.
She represents not only excellence in business but the heart and integrity that define the best of our profession.
Women Of The Waterfront Award Winners
- 2025 – Kim Dumas
- 2024 – Kathi Krencik Ford
- 2023 – Bernadine Trusso