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SkipperBud’s Named New Manager of North Point Marina

By May 4, 2026No Comments

Leading Midwest full-service boat dealership SkipperBud’s will assume marina management of North Point Marina in Winthrop Harbor, Illinois. The company will oversee day-to-day operations, maintenance and the overall customer experience, continuing to provide high-quality facilities and services for Lake Michigan boaters while enhancing one of Illinois’ premier boating destinations. 

SkipperBud’s bring decades of experience and a proven track record to the role, promising a best-in-class experience for slip holders and visiting boaters to North Point Marina, the largest marina on the Great Lakes that features a protected floating dock system with 1,500 slips that fit vessels up to 70 feet. Located between Chicago and Milwaukee, the marina is adjacent to the scenic Illinois Beach State Park.

“We are honored to partner with North Point Marina,” said Todd Riepe, regional president of SkipperBud’s. “We look forward to bringing our customer-focused approach and operational standards to the marina and enhancing the boater experience while preserving its important role in the region’s recreational boating community.”

To learn more, visit skipperbuds.com/marinas/north-point-marina.