<br><br>Multilingual, skilled in leading large teams, and broad knowledge of both commercial and technical topics. She was heiress to the (Indian) Yule conglomerate. The reception officially opened the museums newest exhibit, Mexico in New Orleans: A Tale of Two Cities, the first major museum exhibition exploring the captivating artistic exchange between Louisiana and Mexico from the 1920s-50s. Working for Bernhard was a Horrible Decision. He built the company into The Shaw Group largely by acquiring other companies, the first of which was B.F. Shaw, and by moving into the design,construction and operation of plants and energy companies, including nuclear. From the Camelot Club, I made my way to First United Methodist Church and the Womens Council of Greater Baton Rouges 11th annual Silver Magnolia Tea, which honors women 70 and older who are committed to helping others and who have made meaningful contributions to their community. Join Facebook to connect with Jim Bernhard and others you may know. John Bel Edwards has named Jim Bernhard and Collis Temple Jr. to the LSU Board of Supervisors. Other informants in related cases were given the same treatment. The yacht holds the 24 hour sailing distance record for monohulls and the trans-Atlantic crossing record of 5 days, 14 hours, 21 minutes and 25 seconds. That was a half birthday gift to my retarded gay niece. For each he provides a brief biography, with a description of their views on death and the afterlife, and - of course - how they . This was an instant success as many people around the world are interested in, or curious about, these multi-million dollar yachts and their wealthy owners. On a positive note, Alzheimers Services Charlies Place has become a model of care around the country, and its looking into a possible second location in Ascension Parish. What are the core values of superyacht builder Sirena Yachts? Kathleen Blanco and Roger Ogden; and, standing, event Chairwoman Rose Long, honorees Joe Dumars and Robert Crais and Louisiana Public Broadcasting CEO Beth Courtney. They haven't attended a council meeting, where they would have to answer questions in public, and Robideaux said last week it was decided it would be best to present to the council when the final proposal is complete. Who headed the familys company Berwind Corporation. I feel confident well start getting line honours and next summer well do the transatlantic race and see how that goes, promises Clark. Some critics have said the superyacht is too extreme and too powerful to handle, but Clark just laughs at this and suggests we ask Kenny. Sell a yacht. They say they can operate LUS more efficiently than the city, invest in improvements and freeze rates until 2021. Sign up to BOAT International email newsletters to get the latest superyacht news, business analysis, exclusive event invitations, and more. It was an advantage the brand new 30.5 metre Hodgdon speed machine was able to maintain all the way to the Bass Strait during the 2014 Rolex Sydney Hobart. When Ieyoub failed to make the run-off, Bernhard and his family donated at least $35,000 to Kathleen Blanco, and the Lafayette Democrat won. I'm about 90% sure Bernhard has a yacht docked in the Bahamas. It used to be possible to buy his plans from Roger Hill, although IIRC this is no longer the case. Indeed, her beam at the stern is so great it could accommodate both Black Jack and Wild Oats XI. IDK if that is Jim's or not but he does keep a 100'+ one down there! Reply. Advocate staff photo by PAM BORDELON --- 'Memories in the Making' --- At Alzheimer's Services annual 'Memories in the Making' luncheon are, from left, Executive Director Barbara Auten, Sister Sandra Blanchard, John McManus, board President John D'Angelo and Terry Robillard. The governing factor was the depth of Rhode Islands Newport harbour where the boat will be based when not chasing records. By going wider, we can have less weight in the keel to keep the same righting moment, thus we will go faster. This thinking is carried over into the keel itself, which is solid stainless steel and not welded. Continue reading this story and get ACCESS to all our content from any device with a subscription now. That counts for a lot of experience, in addition to the French design team of Guillaume Verdier and VPLP (Marc Van Peteghem and Vincent Lauriot-Prvost). Hey, we love them all! On the other hand where theres smoke, there is fire ;-). Deficiencies the Shaw executive listed ranged from the company being unable to separate improperly made parts to incorrectly storing construction materials, Reuters reported. When Jim Bernhard stepped down as CEO of The Shaw Group in the wake of the companys 2013 acquisition by CB&I, many wondered what he was going to do.. All Rights Reserved. BCP recently raised more than $1 billion in investments after an initial $750 million offering in 2015-16. Back to top. Jim Bernhard is the author of Puns, Puzzles, and Word Play: Fun and Games for Language Lovers; Porcupine, Picayune, & Post: How . Cooney purchased Continue reading Jim Cooney announces new sponsor . The projects encountered many problems, including Westinghouse's design, Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations and required design changes, even with the soil at the Georgia site. The Expedition yacht category grew by 33 percent, with 85 vessels recorded on . CTMD Naval Architect. Jim Bernhard. Bernhard said the company exited the nuclear field after the Fukushima, Japan, disaster in March 2011. (. Bernhard co-chaired Blanco's transition team and, according to a Jan. 24, 2005, Gambit story, "hired her campaign manager and political protg, attorney Jeff Jenkins" to work at Shaw. ADVOCATE STAFF PHOTO BY TRAVIS SPRADLING Facebook With thousands of daily visitors and a strong growth rate, The details about yacht ownership as stated on this site and in our Yacht Owners Register are, The content of this website and all associated media are subject to. A mystery buyer bought a 414-foot superyacht that was once owned by late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen for $278 million. James father Charles Graham Berwind was the owner of theyacht Laurel. At first, the Hawks' family and friends thought they had perhaps embarked on an unexpected final voyage pending the sale of their beloved yacht, but it soon became apparent that something was not right. The 43.28m Christensen motor yacht Lady Bee has been sold with both buyer and seller represented by Lon McClosky of Fraser.. Lady Bee, formerly called Namoh, was built by US shipyard Christensen.When she was launched in 1995, the three-decked, GRP-constructed Lady Bee was regarded as one of the most innovative yachts of her size built in the United States. There is a fuse in some of the loads so that nothing super bad can happen. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to get the latest updates on LSU Football and Recruiting. The company manages several billion dollars, making it the largest private equity firm in Louisiana, Bernhard said. Advocate staff photo by PAM BORDELON --- Fiesta! Joining the Bernhards as major supporters were honorary chairmen LSU Football coach Les Miles and wife Kathy. 2023 www.theadvertiser.com. Since 2015,Bernhard and his new private equity firm, Bernhard Capital Partners, have been gathering investors and acquiring energy-related companies across the country. This enables us to keep power on without altering the shape of the sail when changing course relative to the wind, Read notes. <br><br>Always with an eye on long-lasting relationships. Think Laser dinghy or 49er morphed with rocket ship and youll get some idea of the qualities of Comanche. Billionaire Jim Clark launches his multi-million dollar super yacht called Comanche. In April, Robideaux signed a letter of intent with BCP, allowing the company to review internal information about LUS with the ultimate goal of a proposal to manage the electric division. Jim is regarded as an expert in the energy services industry and has testified before the U.S. Senates Energy Subcommittee to discuss pending energy issues in the United States and across the globe. Chester from Exelon. Also celebrating Cinco de Mayo was the LSU Museum of Art. Advocate staff photo by PAM BORDELON --- Treasures --- At the Inner Wheel luncheon where proceeds from its Trash & Treasure Sale were handed out, are, seated from left, Families Helping Families Executive Director Jamie Tindle, Inner Wheel President Virginia Bogan and sale So-chairwoman Lauren Ragland; and, standing, FHF board member Gay Ellis, FHF staff member Kayley Williams, sale Co-chairwoman Cheryl Olinde, hostess Alice Greer, sale Co-chairwoman Cynthia Galmon and FHF staff member Tyler Trahan. Soon to be a fishing reef. They made a seat for me where I can drive it, he says, but he opted out of the Sydney Hobart to make room for Americas Cup-winning skipper Jimmy Spithill to assist Read on the helm. Replies (2) Options Top. He has access to the Gulfstream GVII-G600 which is owned by Berwind Corporation. Our reporting is copied and/or used by many international media companies. Boat International Media Ltd 2008 - 2022. Edit Related Hubs Section. According to information gathered by a reporter for the advocate, Bernhard a serious player in LSU'S politics, leveraged threats against anyone, who would testify against his "adopted son". This year she smashed the monohull record in the Transpac race with an average speed of 20.2 knots. (Luxury travels of the Billionaire Boys Club). The clews for each headsail are in the same place and we might use the same sail for going hard to windward and when easing off onto a reach. Photography by Don Kadair When Jim Bernhard stepped down as CEO of The Shaw Group in the wake of the company's 2013 acquisition by CB&I, many wondered what he was going to do. IPS President David Chapman says he believes Bernhard wants Shaw to become the biggest E&C firm in the U.S. For Bernhard, it isn't about personal wealth anymore. Residents: Don't give up management of LUS. Those werent the only awards handed out. Buy a yacht. Forward, the full-beam (8.36 metres) master stateroom has a walkaround king-size bed and his and hers bathrooms. The company used its cash flow to invest in other activities. Drake Davis. According to LinkedIn Jim Bernhard started working on 1999, then the employee has changed 5 companies and 4 jobs. Clark and his Australian wife, Kristy Hinze-Clark, met the boat in Sydney for its short re-commissioning, Hinze-Clark racing aboard the boat in a harbour tune-up event on 9 December 2014, where the yacht placed second despite poor conditions. But when 30-knot winds failed to materialise, the more slender Wild Oats slipped past Comanche and into the lead, a position she held all the way to Hobart for victory and her eighth line honours. He has an MA in English literature from the University of Birmingham in . This was an instant success as many people around the world are interested in, or curious about, these multi-million dollar yachts and their wealthy owners. Once that sail is up the halyard is locked off and the winch isnt used. Advocate staff photo by PAM BORDELON --- Law Day --- At the Baton Rouge Association of Women Attorney's 22nd annual Law Day luncheon are, from left, BRAWA officers Denise Akers and Ann Wise, honoree Judge Shelly Dick, former Chief Justice Kitty Kimball and BRAWA President Jan Reeves. Although Bernhard lives in Baton Rouge, his parents and siblings call Lafayette home. I dont want any of that record stuff with an asterisk that says push-button winches, Clark scoffs. In exchange, the company would give the city a one-time payout of about $246 million and assume more than $200 million of outstanding LUS debt while keeping most of the revenue LUS generates, according to a preliminary proposal. Game Changers is a documentary series profiling some of the world's most influential, determined, hard-working visionaries who are disrupting their industries. The current estimated net worth of Atlas Technical Consultants, Inc's James Bernhard Jr is estimated to be about $180.13M .James Bernhard Jr owns about . The company employs about 100 people in Lafayette and 2,500 across the country. In a way, that is what they are. South Beach (1993) cast and crew credits, including actors . An affiliate of the company, Bernhard Capital Partners, is a client of lobbyist TyronPicard who owns The Picard Group in Lafayette. We need to have programs like this so we can have one Baton Rouge., This lets me know I have done some good, made a difference, said Gautreaux. BCP will create a new utility management company, NextGen, to oversee their new acquisitions. CB Rank (Hub) Energy Efficiency Companies . The only push-button winch on board is used to raise the mainsail. The 43.28m Christensen motor yacht Lady Bee has been sold with both buyer and seller represented by Lon McClosky of Fraser. A philosophy that Senior Yacht Broker, Jim Poulsen, takes about his sea-inspired work and lifestyle. W.A. Advocate staff photo by PAM BORDELON --- Brotherhood Sisterhood --- At the 52nd annual Brotherhood Sisterhood Award dinner are, from left, award Co-chairman Joe Simmons, 100 Black Men President Michael Victorian, Freddy and state Rep. Patricia Haynes Smith, Sheriff Sid Gautreaux and wife Susie, Forum 35 President Kasey Henry and awards Co-chairman John F. Smith. This years Silver Magnolias included Sister Kathleen Babin, co-founder of the St. Joseph Spirituality Center and Myriam House; Carole Ann Cross, props mistress at Theatre Baton Rouge for 26 years and a volunteer at the St. Vincent de Paul dining room for 12 years; Alberta McFarland, a volunteer with the Boy and Cub Scout programs at Greater King David Baptist Church for over 40 years; Mary McGehee, who with her husband funds scholarships for several University High School students to study in French immersion programs in Quebec and Nova Scotia, as well as volunteers with Kids Hope mentoring at-risk children; Dot Thibodeaux, co-founder and current board president of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Information Center; Mary Ford Thompson, active member and volunteer at St. Mary Baptist Church and volunteer at the St. Vincent de Paul dining room; and Seabell Mama White Thomas, organizer of one of the first daycare centers in South Baton Rouge and the first Black Christmas parade. Original resource is a black and white . Jim Bernhard. The Dodge bow. Current investments includeBWA Water Additives, CRC Industries, and Well Pet. Entrepreneur of the Year and in 2009, he and his wife, Dana, founded Every Kid a King, a foundation to help children have better opportunities for education and healthcare. Jim Bernhard. With a 6.7 metre draught, the keel can be two tonnes lighter than a comparable keel on a boat with half the draught. On the ranking of the largest yachts in the world, Marlena superyacht is listed as number 4647th. Cooney has renamed his Volvo 70, previously known as Maserati to "Willow", after the Australian Technology Company of which he became a Board Member in 2019. Bernhard Capital Partners is a services and infrastructure-focused private equity management firm established in 2013 by Jim Bernhard, Jeff Jenkins, and a team of experienced private-equity . Her skylounge is arranged with an L-shaped sofa around a cocktail table and offers wonderful visibility through large windows and a curved, stainless steel glass bulkhead aft. When Clark decided on a supermaxi sailing yacht, his plan was to go for line honours rather than wins on corrected time, and speed/distance records that could be set for yachts with human powered winches. I'm always available 24/7 on my cell 443-742-1792. The yacht is now owned by Tom Golisano. Berwind and Kevin Clark previously owned the 45-meter yacht Scout. Other questions:subscriberservices@theadvocate.com. Hard copy photos should be dropped off at or mailed to The Advocate, 7290 Bluebonnet Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70821. With it, he is planning to break a myriad of offshore racing records. Components would be shipped and assembled at the nuclear plant site. Advocate staff photo by PAM BORDELON --- Fiesta! Pam's Party Line: For love of the children. Advocate staff photo by PAM BORDELON --- Cinco de Mayo --- At a special Cinco de Mayo reception officially opening the LSU Museum of Art's new exhibit showcasing the art connection between Louisiana and Mexico are, from left, Leroy and Fran Harvey, Bob and Linda Bowsher, curator Katie Pfohl, Jerry Fischer and John Turner. The yacht was sold and is now named Calliope. Hub Name . Jim played a leading role in every major decision of the company from its founding until its sale. Rounding out the royal court were Princess Coco, a Schnoodle owned by Helen Bolin; Prince Kato, a German shepherd owned by Dr. Ann Zedlitz; Duchess Abby, a miniature cocker spaniel owned by Nadine Russell; Duke Harry, a Labradodle owned by Susan Nickel; Countess Chloe, a shih tzu owned by Hunt Odom; Earl Mikey, a Labrador retriever owned by Randy del Rio; Baroness Gretl, a Goldendoodle owned by Margo Mathews; and Baron Spike, a Biewer terrier owned by Jenni Peters. Bernhard and its affiliates donated at least $7,500 to Robideaux's campaign since 2015, according to campaign finance filings with the Louisiana Ethics Administration. Some 400 guests attended Alzheimers Services of the Capital Areas annual Memories in the Making luncheon on May 7 at the Renaissance Hotel. Baton Rouge-based The Shaw Group just sold out to Chicago Bridge . The content of this website and all associated media are subject to copyright. Behind the scenes with Damen Yachting's SeaXplorer team. Related To Scott Bernhard, Barbara Bernhard. Bernhard said BCP is the largest builder of power plants in the world andis the largest maintenance contractor from nuclear to coal plants in the United States. The yacht was built at RMK Marine. The deck-stepped carbon fibre mast has swept spreaders to eliminate the need for adjustable running backstays. The program closed with an appeal from board member Charlie Vallulzzo, who also shared his familys Alzheimers story. Shaw entered the nuclear power business in 2000 when it acquired Stone & Webster, an engineering, procurement and construction company. In our exclusive interview with Clark, shortly before the race begins, we ask simply: Why?, Its a hobby, he says, I like the supermaxis, they are like Volvo 60s on steroids. Clark appears to be done with the J Class his 42m Hanuman is up for sale and is not a huge fan of what he calls the multihull phase of the Americas Cup with its reduced crew numbers. Curated by Katie Pfohl, the exhibit features pieces from the LSU Museum of Arts collection of works by Diego Rivera and Caroline Durieux as well as works on loan from the Historic New Orleans Collection and Tulane. In some ways this is a disadvantage in that the masthead cannot be moved fore and aft when sailing up and downwind, but it eliminates the need for checkstays and runners. Patti Freeman, introduced by Maj. Bryan White; FBI Special Agent Taneka Harris, introduced by Assistant Special Agent in Charge Dan Evans; and Baton Rouge Police Detective Alaina Mancuso, introduced by Chief Carl Dabadie. He is an accomplished industry leader in renewable energy, specialising in wind energy, and under his direction TCI Renewables has developed some of the largest wind farms in the UK. A former chairman of the Louisiana Democratic State Central Committee who served on Gov. The downside to beam is increased surface drag when sailing flat in light air. 1919-1945. I'm in the Bahamas. Reply. And we remain your choice for bluewater boats. Being considerably wider than other boats, we need to be heeling at 11 to 13 degrees to present the same beam, says Clark. The forward end of the vessel is totally open, to store sails. The crew on LDV Comanche reads like a whos who of the sailing world and following the change in ownership, will gain some new names. On the first day of the Keeneland November Breeding Stock Sale, they added the 4-year-old Tapit filly Mind Out to . Rice University alumnus and actor-playwright James (Jim) Bernhard. Jim Bernhard Jr. may not be a household name in Lafayette, but lots of people in Baton Rouge and around the globe know his former company, The Shaw Group, which he founded and grew into a Fortune 500 company. Advocate staff photo by PAM BORDELON --- Museum friends --- Showing off a vintage 1970s halter dress adorned with one of Mignon Faget's signature tassel necklaces at the Friends of the LSU Textile & Costume Museum's wine and cheese party at Faget's Towne Center store are, from left, Jeanne Triche, Executive Director Pam Vinci, Nancy Gasser, Marie Popov, Amina Dearmon, Susan Hidalgo Smith and Joy Smith. Blanco's husband, Raymond, in January 2005, stirred controversy when heflew to the Capital One Bowl in Orlando, Florida, on The Shaw Group's private jet. Director / Brokerage . coal mine industry. She was introduced by former Chief Justice Kitty Kimball, for whom Dick was a law clerk. Replies (2) 0 0. Bernhard and Jenkins now are turning their attention to the electric power sector, with plans to invest $15 billion in coming years to purchase or manage utility companies such as LUS throughout the Southeast. Events will run no later than four weeks after they have taken place. Depending on conditions, any of the 100 footers could take line honours, it threatens be one of the best races in the history of the event, Cooney stated today. Tom's older brother, Jim Hawks, was a former police chief in Carlsbad. Brentwood, TN 37027, 2023 Bernhard Capital Partners. Kathleen Blanco at the Governors Mansion, where the red carpet was rolled out for a VIP reception hosted by Friends of Louisiana Public Broadcasting to honor this years Louisiana Legends. One of the favourites to take line honours in the 2017 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, LDV Comanche, was purchased today (14 December 2017) by Sydney's Jim Cooney from its American owner Jim Clark, making the super maxi yacht an Australian owned and skippered entry when it starts the Boxing Day classic. He has sailed around the world with several of his present crew and all had input into the new boats design. A degenerative condition in his ankles that makes standing uncomfortable has recently cropped up in his wrists as well. New details revealed: Heesens brand-new XV67 crossover explorer, Why the Custom Line 140 might be the worlds ultimate sports yacht. Following his 2019 line-honours victory in Comanche, Jim Cooney returns for the 76th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race to skipper a familiar boat with a new name. On my way to the mansion, I popped in at Mignon Fagets in Towne Center for the Friends of the LSU Textile & Costume Museums annual wine and cheese reception, where they also collected clothing and accessories for its Your Friends Closet sale. He had never held an elected office or Democratic party position, The Advertiser reported at the time. A Shaw executive wrote in response, "The level and effectiveness of management oversight of daily activities was determined to be inadequate based on the quality of work.". The 25-foot (7.6 metre) beam saves weight, Read says. Michael Castillo, the head golf professional at Kapalua Golf's Plantation Course, has been awarded a sponsor exemption to compete in the 2023 Cologuard Classic by Exact Sciences, a PGA TOUR . 14/12/2017. Focusing on the sale and purchase of yachts over 30m, our large team of highly experienced brokers visits hundreds of yachts every year and the world's most important shipyards. It reduces weight aloft, Read explains, and allows complete sail adjustment from the [safety of the] cockpit.. Copyright @2023 TigerDroppings.com. In August and September of 2005, tragedy struck Louisiana in the form of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. For Lamar, another 3,500 billboards, What small business owners are saying about their economic prospects, CF Industries, LOTTE exploring clean ammonia production in Louisiana, LSUs sports betting agreements shielded from public view, Russel Honor points to East Palestine in calling for air monitoring at Louisiana plants. LDV Comanches nickname, the aircraft carrier, gives away what sets her apart from two of her rivals, Black Jack and Wild Oats XI. 9,039: United States Power Grid Companies . We realize the most organic search traffic of all known yachting websites. We have to work together everyday so we should treat all people the same.. LUS is not regulated by the Public Service Commission because it is owned by the city. Lady Bee, which can take a crew of seven, is propelled by two Deutz diesel engines and has a cruising speed of 18 knots and top speed of 23 knots. She and professional dancer River Peterson were accidentally left out of the story recapping that exciting night. In 1993,the company's common stock was first listed on the NASDAQ national market. Often actual yacht ownership by the private individuals mentioned can not be confirmed, at least from a legal point of view. This is parked at the marina at Atlantis. Two cities Lafayette and one from another state are in the running to host NextGen's headquarters where 1,000 people, most local, would be employed. Bernhard, the largest privately-owned, Energy-as-a-Service ("EaaS") company in the United States, announces the promotion of Jim Sabin to Bernhard's Chief Operating Officer (COO). Since then, the company also isreviewing the water and sewer operations, too. Charles Landry put on his auctioneers cap for the live auction, which included a Florida getaway, a Hunt Slonem painting, dinner for six with wine and champagne at Galatoires Bistro, a sport coat from tailor Manuel Martinez and a Christmas package featuring in-home dcor by Red Door Interiors, exterior dcor by Makaira Landscape and a family Christmas photo and Christmas card by Eye Wander Photo.
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