Hornblower Group

Growth doesn’t happen in your comfort zone. For Women’s History Month, Kacy McDaniel Roseberry, MBA, SVP of Marketing for Hornblower, reflects on the importance of saying yes to new opportunities, bringing your authentic perspective to the table, and embracing the challenges that help shape your career.

A century of maritime expertise meets the future of coastal travel. Hornblower Group is proud to serve as The Twenty Five's exclusive maritime operating partner. The Twenty Five is redefining coastal travel with a premium, shore-to-door service powered by REGENT’s high-speed, all-electric Seagliders, seamlessly connecting major coastal destinations. As the nation’s leading passenger vessel operator, Hornblower will lead vessel operations, safety, and regulatory execution, leveraging our unmatched infrastructure, operational precision, and in-house capabilities to support the rollout of this next-generation technology. This partnership reinforces Hornblower’s role as a trusted leader in complex maritime operations and positions us at the forefront of advancing innovative transportation solutions. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gMU7VmsX

Hornblower Group recently announced the expansion of its facilities and services on the historic Bridgeport, Connecticut, waterfront, growing the full-service shipyard's footprint from 1 to 17 acres. The enhanced site, now called Steelepointe Shipyard by Hornblower, supports a broader range of vessel classes and specializations, including yachts and recreational craft. The expansion reflects Hornblower’s continued investment in the region, leveraging the advantages of this historic port to establish a key East Coast hub serving commercial, government, and private vessel operators. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gKqv8BnA

Since launching in 2017, NYC Ferry has become a defining part of New York City’s transportation network, connecting all five boroughs and serving more than 50 million passengers to date. In an interview with Timothy O'Brien, Senior Vice President of Ferries & Transportation at Hornblower Group, Cruise & Ferry Review explores how the system has evolved through operational growth, workforce development, and community engagement. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gN29-iqZ

Amy Deift’s career journey started as a singing gondolier for City Cruises Newport Beach while she was in college. The job sparked her passion for hospitality, events, and building strong teams, and eventually led her to her role today as Regional Vice President for City Cruises. This Women’s History Month, Amy reflects on the leadership lesson that has helped shape her path.

On International Women’s Day and throughout Women’s History Month, we're celebrating the incredible women across the globe who make a difference at Hornblower Group. We’re proud to highlight just a few of the many inspiring female Crew members whose leadership, perspective, and impact help shape our teams and communities every day.

Kelley Yelle, General Manager of Boston Harbor City Cruises, began her career in marketing in San Francisco and now leads in Boston with a people-first leadership style. In honor of Women’s History Month, we are proud to spotlight the stories of women across Hornblower Group whose leadership and journeys continue to shape our organization.

We’re proud to sponsor and participate in City & State New York’s Most Significant Infrastructure Projects Summit on February 26. As the operator of NYC Ferry—a critical part of New York City’s transportation network—we see every day how strong public-private partnerships keep communities connected and the city moving. Our Chief Infrastructure Development Officer, Ali Chaudhry, Esq., will join industry leaders to discuss how collaboration can accelerate project delivery, provide financial sustainability, and strengthen long-term resilience across the region. https://lnkd.in/gnkcUfit

“No public transit system is really achieving what it’s set out to do if it’s just moving people…. Those systems should reflect the cities and neighborhoods that they represent and serve. The economic benefits that are coming from those systems should be feeding back into the city.” Hornblower Group’s VP of Global Public Affairs, Jeff Brault, recently joined “The New York City Workforce Drop” podcast with Gregory J Morris, MPA, to talk about NYC Ferry's role in shaping the city’s transportation future and expanding access to good jobs across the five boroughs. Listen to the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/gBkKgcdx

Alcatraz Island, one of San Francisco's most iconic landmarks, will take center stage and make history once again this Sunday. The famed former federal penitentiary will be featured during NBC Sports’ Super Bowl LX Pregame Show on NBC and Peacock. For the first time, NBC Sports will broadcast live from multiple locations on Alcatraz Island in collaboration with the National Park Service, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, and our own Alcatraz City Cruises—the official ferry service provider to the island. Beginning at 1 p.m. ET, be sure to tune in for a rare look at Alcatraz Island, its storied past, and sweeping views of this world-recognized landmark. https://lnkd.in/gzS8jErq