Our Mission & Our Team
Here at Rhythm & Sails, we set out to create something that has never been done before. To shape an experience that speaks to the music lover and calls to the adventurer but more than anything, satisfies the soul. Like you, we revel in the sound of joyful melodies and finely plucked strings but we also know that the community which surrounds the music is equally important. When you bring all of those pieces together in idyllic surroundings, while setting out to achieve a common goal such as sailing, you create something that very nearly defies description.
The team behind it all is a group of passionate adventure travelers and music enthusiasts who found a common bond aboard sailboats. Hailing from all walks of life, our captains, sailors, creators, musicians, guides and chefs will stop at nothing to ensure every trip goes off without a hitch.
PARTNERS
Ashley Hart
Founder / Admiral
Ashley found his love for sailing at a young age. After growing up near the coast of Rhode Island, he moved west where he led wilderness Therapy trips…
and helped build an upstart ski company into one of the largest US-made ski brands to date. Throughout all of it, he’s continued to prioritize sailing and has now captained vessels in more than 20 countries around the globe. The West Indies are a particularly special place for Ashley as he’s navigated the island chain numerous times, forging lifelong relationships along the way and eventually realizing that he needed to share the experience with others. He strongly believes that living and working as part of a team on a sailboat does wonders for the heart and soul. Add world-class musicians, alongside stunning locations, and lives will be forever changed.
“Anders Beck is the charismatic”
Damian Quigley
Co-Founder / Brand Director
Damian has been curating high-end experiences and concert events for more than a decade.
His time spent traveling the world and working within the live music community has informed his vision of what’s possible when a team of passionate people get together to create something truly special. He combines this with his deep roots in the outdoor and action sports worlds to help create immersive experiences that cater to all types of travelers and personalities. His wheels are constantly in motion as he strives to make each trip better than the last, ensuring all guests return with a life-changing perspective.
Anders Beck
Music Director
Equal parts artist and entertainer, he’s right at home on stage at Red Rocks Amphitheater or under a thatch-roofed shack in the islands. As a curator of fun, he’s the perfect fit for Music Director and while he jokes about the fact that he’s been training for this gig for his entire life, his wildly successful career as a professional musician is strong evidence in support of the statement. He’s traveled the world bringing joy to people through music, regularly brings musicians together to create magic and always pulls the best out of those around him. Anders takes the utmost pride in ensuring you have the perfect musical complement to your next adventure.
Our Captains & Crew
Scott VerMerris
Captain
Scott is a lifelong sailor and skier who’s passions naturally turned to professions. During the summer months you can find Scott racing sailboats…
and facilitating therapeutic sailing programs in Park City UT, where he runs a non-profit community sailing center. You may also find him racing yachts offshore, cruising the Great Lakes with his family, or running charters in many of the premier cruising destinations around the globe. He is a licensed captain, Executive Program Director at Sail Park City, sailing instructor, and all-aruond character working to create enriching and educational sailing experiences for people of all ages around the world.
Jeremy Bailey
Captain
Eddie Lucas
Captain
Eddie started sailing off the coast of Cape Cod at a very young age and by 18 he earned his first professional captain’s license.
Kelli Gleason
Captain
A lover of water in all forms, Kelli was raised in an adventurous ski and rafting family from Colorado and by age 12 she was kayaking class IV whitewater and a few years later was rowing down the Grand Canyon.
Eben Mond
Captain
Eben grew up on the Mississippi River and bought his first houseboat, The Mothership, when he was 16. With the river in his blood…
he moved to Colorado to pursue his passion for skiing. To help facilitate his professional ski career he worked rivers in summer restoring habitat, island building, dredging and managing wetland projects. Eben gained invaluable knowledge of boats, water, and then inner workings of machines. A Jack-of-all-trades, Eben can fix an engine or a cocktail with ease and will work well into the night to make sure everyone has a good time. Eben really is a place on earth.
Ele Meyer-Hart
Photographer
Ele Hart is a full time commercial and editorial photographer who’s talents run deep. She’s been behind the lens for more than 20 years…
Gabe Rovick
Cinematographer
Gabe’s upbringing fostered an insatiable appetite for creating unforgettable imagery. This adrenaline junkie’s camera has taken him deep…
