A Life on the Sea: Introducing Our Newest Yacht Broker Niel Steenkamp

Denison Broker Niel Steenkamp shares his avid sailing and yachting past.

Denison is pleased to announce the newest addition to our team, yacht broker Niel Steenkamp, who will be based out of our Seattle office. With an avid sailing and yachting background, Niel has an impressive story leading up to his career as a yacht broker. Read on to discover his voyage until today.

From serving in the South African Navy to becoming a seasoned yacht broker in the United States, Niel Steenkamp’s life journey is a tapestry woven with threads of passion, camaraderie, and a profound love for boating.

Niel was born and raised in the sun-kissed coastal splendor of Cape Town, South Africa. Since childhood, the sea’s siren call beckoned him, and he spent countless hours exploring sandy shores, dreaming of sailing to far-off lands. The ocean’s rhythm became the heartbeat of his soul.

In his younger days, with an adventurous spirit and love for his country, Niel joined the South African Navy. Together with his fellow sailors, he embraced the thrill of the high seas and honed his skills as a submariner. Through this noble service, lifelong friendships were forged amidst the waves.

As life’s currents guided him, Niel set sail for the United States, seeking new shores to explore and fresh experiences to embrace. With a spirit of wonder, he joined the crew of sailboats as a captain on private yachts, cruising along the vast coastlines of the world.

In the land of opportunity, Niel’s heart found its true anchor–boating. The sheer excitement of sailing and the endless possibilities of life on the water engulfed him. With each voyage, he felt a unique connection to the vessels he captained and the boundless sea that embraced him.

As the tides turned, Niel’s vast knowledge of boats and an innate gift for understanding clients’ needs led him to embrace a new calling–yacht brokerage. Over a few decades, he mastered the art of sales management, cultivating an exceptional skill for making clients feel like family.

As a yacht broker, Niel found joy in getting to know his clients beyond business. His friendly demeanor and warm-hearted nature created a bond that surpassed the typical broker-client relationship. To him, every client was part of his extended family, and their dreams became his own.

Within the picturesque embrace of the San Juan Islands, Niel discovered his own slice of heaven. The emerald waters became his sanctuary, where he sought solace and joy with each passing breeze. Countless cherished memories were made as he cruised these tranquil waters.

Niel’s life is one brimming with a passion for boating, dedication to clients, and an unyielding love for the sea. With every client turned into family, he continues to chart a course of joy and fulfillment on the open waters, forever captivated by the magic that lies beyond the horizon.

Interested in touring boats with Niel? Contact him with any questions you may have.