Last weekend at the 24th Tugboat Conference in Whistler, BC hosted by the Council of Marine Carriers (CMC), the association and participants celebrated the retirements of some long-standing members of the team. Teresa Ledesma retired after 33 years serving as the CMC’s executive assistant, Leo Stradiotti steps down from the Board after serving as the CMC Chair since 2006 and Board since 1989, and Phill Nelson retires after 19 years as President of the CMC after joining from Transport Canada. Pictured is Leo (partner Judy), Teresa (partner Victor), surprise guest Bill Nash (partner Francine), and Phill (partner Bonnie).



