The Circle of CK Elite
About Us
A private nonprofit organization at the intersection of the yachting community and global philanthropy.
Our Vision
"Private gatherings benefiting rotating charitable causes, curated quarterly along the social circuit."
The Circle of CK Elite brings together discerning members of the international yachting community for exclusive gatherings that benefit rotating charitable causes. Events are curated quarterly along the global yachting social calendar, uniting ocean advocates, dignitaries, and maritime leaders around a shared commitment to ocean stewardship and social impact.
Leadership
Meet the Directors
President & Ambassador
Captain Blake Kollin
Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, his passion for the sea developed early on as he spent most of his childhood on his family's boat, M/Y Well Done. At just 9 years old he started learning essential skills of the sea. By his teens he was executing a full bow-to-stern refit on Well Done. Through his early experiences, he developed foundational engineering skills and established robust seamanship by spending summers navigating the California coastline and Mexico's Sea of Cortez with his family. Twenty-two years later, Blake Kollin has emerged as a seasoned leader, having logged over 100,000 nautical miles globally. As a recognized expert in the charter sector, he is dedicated to elevating international standards and reaching new milestones within the superyacht world, luxury domain, and community sectors. Following the success of various charter initiatives and programs developed through his leadership and his firm, CK Elite LLC, he is now embarking on a new professional phase. A central focus for Blake is mentoring the upcoming generation of yacht personnel to improve the lives of both owners and crew members. He emphasizes safety and the enhancement of experiences for guests and staff alike, while championing environmental conservation, human rights, and the welfare of crew. His goal is to create pathways for underrepresented individuals in the field and to support the growth of talented professionals. By operating with honor, empathy, and integrity, he seeks to share contemporary knowledge to benefit the future of maritime industries. Outside of his professional duties, Blake values community-focused socializing and has participated in extensive expeditions spanning the Amazon, the Andes, and Everest. He remains committed to cultural immersion, linguistic studies, and furthering his education, which includes advanced coaching at Harvard Business School focused on nonprofit management. Along the way Blake found a deep passion for philanthropy, which naturally evolved into the founding of The Circle of CK Elite. To connect, for the purpose of good. — CK
Executive Director
Patricia McMains
Born and raised in Washington, Patricia has dedicated her life to serving and uplifting others. After 34 years as an educator, she embraced her philosophy of “Don't Retire — REFIRE!” and transitioned into a new chapter of impact. She continues her commitment to service through mission trips and meaningful volunteer work, driven by a deep and enduring desire to help those in need. When she's not engaged in service projects, Patricia finds joy in creating art from repurposed materials, reading historical fiction, and traveling to draw inspiration from different cultures. Above all, her greatest passion is spending quality time with her family.
Director of Operations
Morgan Sandoval
Morgan Sandoval is a Fort Lauderdale-based yachting professional with a career rooted in the intersection of luxury client service, operational excellence, and industry relationship-building. As the founder of Morganized LLC, a charter liaison and operational consulting brand serving ultra-high-net-worth clientele, Morgan has facilitated over $2.3 million in charter bookings and coordinated more than $115 million in yacht sales, bringing clarity, precision, and a deeply personalized approach to every engagement. A licensed yacht broker fluent in Spanish and conversational in German, Morgan brings a rare combination of technical expertise and client-facing grace to everything she touches. Her background spans charter coordination, brokerage operations, event production, sponsorship development, and brand strategy, giving her a well-rounded perspective on what it takes to deliver exceptional experiences at the highest level. In addition to her work with Morganized, Morgan currently serves as Marketing Director on the board of Young Professionals in Yachting (YPY) USA, a nonprofit dedicated to education, mentorship, and professional development within the yachting industry. That experience sparked something deeper: a genuine passion for the role that mission-driven organizations can play in strengthening communities and uplifting the next generation of leaders. Joining The Circle of CK Elite as Director of Operations represents a meaningful step in that journey. Morgan is passionate about entering the nonprofit space and believes that operational expertise, when paired with heart and purpose, can be a powerful force for lasting impact.
Partner Organisations
Beneficiary Partners
Yachtie Minds Matter
Dedicated to the mental health and wellbeing of the global yachting community, and beneficiary of the Americas 250th Convergence.
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