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Since 1972

Meet The Family

Over 50 years of putting Central Florida families on the water — and a few shop dogs along the way.

Linda and Joe Bega, founders of Apopka Marine
Linda & Joe Bega
FOUNDERS · 1972
The Founders

Linda & Joe Bega

Linda and Joe Bega operated Apopka Marine together for 42 years. After Joe's passing in 2023, Linda has taken on the reins with her excellent support staff.

She is very involved in our community, serving on the city council and the board of the community theater. Apopka Marine enjoys being involved with most of our local events and fishing tournaments.

Family-Owned · In Citrus County Since 1984
54+
Years in Business
100+
Years Combined XP
12×
Best of the Best
5 ★
Yamaha Gold Service
Our Team

The People Who Make
Apopka Marine Special

Mike Cyr

Mike Cyr

General Manager · Since 1999

Mike moved to Florida when he was only 6 months old. He's been with Apopka Marine since 1999 and spends most of his free time on his boat fishing with his family.

Shawn Maguire

Shawn Maguire

Sales Manager · Since 2013

His hobbies include boating, fishing, motorcycles and hot rods. If you're in the market for a boat, Shawn is the guy to see.

Greg Hughes

Greg Hughes

Service Manager · Since 2000

Lived in Citrus County all his life. Greg has attained his Yamaha Master Tech Degree. A devoted family man with a passion for boating and fishing.

Andy

Andy

Rigging Specialist · Since 2014

We've watched him grow, get married, and is now raising his beautiful daughters with his wife Kristl. Andy has lived in Florida his entire life.

Mathias

Mathias

Yamaha Certified Tech · Since 2019

Loves everything outdoors from construction to fishing. Completed the Yamaha Apprentice program and continues training through Yamaha University.

K-Sea

K-Sea

Service Tech · Since 2022

Came to us wanting to learn the marine tech business. Successfully attending Yamaha Technical training and excelling in all areas. The perfect name for the boating business!

Pete

Pete

Parts & Accessories

Here to greet you at the front counter and assist with any parts and boating accessories. Years of experience in the boating manufacturing business.

Jen

Jen

Warranty & Title Clerk

Keeps us all on the straight and narrow. Tracks invoices, statements and warranty work while filling in at the front counter and helping wherever she can.

Dave

Dave

Service Tech · Since 2005

Born and raised in New Jersey but has lived in Citrus County for 20 years. Enjoys supporting CHS football and is a die-hard Raiders fan.

Skeeter the shop dog
Customer Relations Director

Meet Skeeter

Skeeter has been here since she was 8 weeks old. Now going on 10, she still enjoys coming to work every day and greeting our customers. In fact, quite a few come by just to say hello to her and bring treats.

8 weeks old → 10 years loyal

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Stop by and see why generations of Florida boaters choose Apopka Marine.

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