Courtney Koos was interviewed by Karen Lile aboard the Maiden, while sailing in the San Francisco Bay. Courtney is crew aboard the Maiden on its world wide tour, promoting 6 non-profits who help women obtain education. Courtney has worked in Washington as a Researcher, Project Coordinator and as Communications Consultant to the McCain Institute. Her racing career involves managing fifteen race crew on shore to prepare for racing and whilst racing she oversees the foredeck in her position as Bowman. She has raced in a large number of regattas including Antigua Sailing Wee, Les Voiles dʼ Antibes and Newport to Bristol race. Courtney has held a number of positions on superyachts and as well as sailing crew has been involved in maintenance and budgeting areas. As a professional sailor she has also Skippered on the Caribbean circuit. Commercially endorsed, Courtney also has her PADI Open Water and was Paneraiʼs Under 30 Classic Sailor of the Year in 2017!

The Maiden is currently on an an around the world tour to help 6 non-profits provide education for women. https://www.themaidenfactor.org

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