Northrop & Johnson Charter Broker Jessica Engelmann’s commitment is to deliver the highest level of service before, during, and after the yacht charter process. Her commitment is to build strong relationships with clients, providing them with ultimate vacations aboard luxury yachts in destinations around the world.
Jessica started with Northrop & Johnson in 2016 and has an extensive background in luxury yachting and international business. Prior to joining Northrop, Jessica worked as professional yacht crew aboard both private and charter superyachts in destinations around the world. Later, she built an extensive international business background with time spent at the US Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration in Port Everglades, FL, and in international sales with Brunswick Boat Group in Pompano Beach, Florida.
Jessica has cruised throughout some of the most sought-after charter destinations, including the West Mediterranean, East Mediterranean, Caribbean, The Bahamas, New England, Galapagos, Australia, and Southeast Asia. She annually attends charter shows around the world, inspecting yachts and meeting with crew, making note of her favorites to share with her customers.
Jessica’s clients consist of Fortune 400 CEOs, political figures, athletes, celebrities, and business leaders from around the world. Currently, over 50% of her clients are repeat customers whose confidence in Jessica is absolute. She has closed over 200 charters in 6 years, representing more than $15 million in sales on yachts ranging in size from 100 to over 300 feet. She is an accomplished negotiator, honest, patient, and more than happy to share her knowledge with everyone from first-time clients who are just discovering the lifestyle, to her repeat clients who push her to exceed their expectations time and again.
Originally from the Midwest, Jessica grew up in Clearwater, Florida and graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Business Finance and International Studies. Currently, she splits her time between Pompano Beach, FL and Naples, FL, enjoying the year-round sunshine. In her free time, she enjoys being the captain of her own boat, a 23’ center console she takes out as often as she can, fishing, diving for lobsters, setting crab traps, and exploring new areas with family and friends.
