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Gershowitz Named 2023 Docks Young Leader

authorStaff Writer on Dec 4, 2023
Sam’s Star Island Yacht Club & Marina’s general manager Alex Gershowitz has been named as one of the recipients of the 2023 Docks Young Leader Award. This award recognizes Gershowitz’s... more

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