In her early 20s, Seattle-born Diana Talley stepped through the open door of a traditional wooden boat shop in Sausalito, California. Immediately, the enchanting narrative of what a boat embodies was revealed, and it blew her mind. Suddenly everything made sense.

For the next 40 plus years - while becoming a sailor, fisherman, mother, shipwright, boat shop owner, partner, and caregiver - she built a life inspired by the maritime culture of genuineness.

Diana is a captivating storyteller and tireless community advocate. She is known for her sense of agency, daring diplomacy, self-honesty and lavish sense of humor.