Captain Jim Kalvin has been a life-long supporter of the Marine Industry, and an out-spoken advocate for waterfront property owners and the boating Public. As a Charter Member and current Board Member of the Marine Industries Association of Collier County, and the Founder and President of Standing Watch, Inc, Jim has represented water access interests all over the State, including testifying to the Governor and Cabinet on numerous occasions, and helping to write and pass legislation favorable to our waterfront life-style.
Jim’s work on behalf of the State’s “Boating Community” has been recognized by Governor Jeb Bush, the Coastal Conservation Association, the Marine Industries Association of Florida, The Marine Industries Association of South Florida, the Florida Marine Contractor’s Association, and the National Marine Manufacturer’s Association.