CREW

In this day and age of where people change jobs on average every 2 years and will hold 11 jobs in their lifetime, Seaview stands out. The team is full of people who count their time at Seaview in decades, not years, and consider themselves Seaview “lifers”.

Phil thinks of Seaview as his extended family and considers family to be his greatest investment and proudest accomplishment. Regardless of how much the company has grown, Phil has maintained his commitment to the family environment and close ties that have defined Seaview Boatyard from its inception.

Phil Riise - Founder, CEO

A native son of Ballard, Phil Riise was born and raised in the heart of the Norwegian community and inherited the solid work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit of his Scandinavian ancestors.Phil began his career in the marine industry in 1969 while still a student at Ballard High. A job at Sailboat Headquarters working as a boat detailer and rigger was the first step toward his destiny. Read More

Tiel Riise - President

Tiel represents the second generation of leadership in the Riise family business. Don’t mistake this for case of entitlement though, as in the Riise family everything is earned and nothing is taken for granted. Starting out with a summer job at the age of 14 assisting the Travelift operator at Seaview East, Tiel has worked his way up through the organization. Read More

KYLE ELSASSER- OPERATIONS MANAGER SEAVIEW NORTH

Kyle was born and raised in Whatcom County, he began his career at Seaview Boatyard as a wee lad. Kyle has worked at Seaview for ten years becoming a valued staple of the Bellingham operation. In his free time he enjoys playing baseball, watching hockey, and spending time with his family.