John Booysen
John Booysen is a seasoned yacht broker and experienced captain with over 32 years in the yachting industry, widely recognized as a trusted authority in the luxury yacht market. His distinguished career spans yacht sales, operations, and client service, representing vessels from 38-foot express cruisers to 142-foot superyachts around the world.
As a U.S. Coast Guard 100-Ton Master Captain, John has logged thousands of nautical miles and successfully completed a transatlantic crossing, demonstrating his deep seamanship and command at sea. His extensive travels throughout the Bahamas, Caribbean, and international waters have provided him with firsthand insight into yacht performance, design, and functionality - expertise that allows him to guide clients with a level of confidence and credibility that few can match.
John’s reputation is built on trust, integrity, and accountability. He is committed to doing what he says he’s going to do, ensuring that every promise made to a client is fulfilled with professionalism and care. His straightforward approach, attention to detail, and dedication to his clients have earned him long-term relationships with yacht owners, builders, and brokers worldwide, - many of whom continue to return for repeat business and referrals.
Over the course of his career, John has worked with several leading yacht brokerages in South Florida, successfully representing multiple sales across prestigious brands such as Sunseeker, Princess Yachts, Riva, Azimut, Bertram, Ferretti, and many others. His broad market experience and deep industry connections have positioned him as a trusted expert in both the new build and pre-owned yacht sectors.
As President of Aspire Yacht Sales, John leads a boutique team of seasoned brokers and captains who share his vision of delivering Excellence in Yachting. Under his leadership, Aspire Yacht Sales has grown into one of the most respected boutique yacht brokerages in the United States, successfully closing over 60 yachts in just four years.
For John, yachting is more than a profession, it’s a lifelong passion. Having crossed oceans and explored the world by sea, he believes yacht ownership represents freedom, connection, and adventure. His mission is simple: to help every client experience the unmatched joy and fulfillment that life on the water provides.
