Mike Campbell is a 1987 graduate of the Academy and was hired as our Second Mate in December 2013. With the retirement of our previous Chief Mate, he became our Acting Chief Mate in December 2014. As Chief Mate, he is responsible for implementing safety management for all personnel, as well as planned maintenance of ship’s interior and exterior spaces, including machinery as required. In August of 2016, Mike was selected to be the Master of the T. S. Kennedy. This assignment will merge with Chief Mate duties except during activations.
Licenses and certification include BS Degree in Marine Transportation; USCG Master of Steam and Motor Vessels of any gross tons upon oceans; Medical Care Person in Charge; GMDSS Radio Operator; Radar Observer Unlimited; Tankerman; Vessel Security Officer.
Education: Graduate Certificate of Special Studies, Administration & Management Harvard University MBA, General Business Georgia State University BA, Education University of South Carolina
Background: Kristin McGillicuddy has 28 years of business experience in corporate business and marketing roles across a variety of industries, including maritime communications. At KVH Industries, she worked on content, social media, advertising, PR, corporate events, and programs related to maritime connectivity, including seafarer welfare initiatives. Her maritime experience spans across both the leisure and commercial shipping sectors. She is currently a professor of practice in the graduate marketing program at Stonehill College and also directs the college’s graduate business administration programs, including data analytics, marketing, and MBA.
Research/Teaching Interests: Business Ethics, Strategic Marketing, Maritime Technology & Communications, Seafarer Welfare, Innovation & Creative Problem Solving, Strategic Planning, Digital Marketing, Product Management, Business Communications
