Gulf&Bay Marine has offered high quality waterfront services since 2012. Specializing in dock building, boat lifts, seawalls, dredging, hull cleaning and more, we are committed to delivering reliable, long lasting solutions that protect and enhance waterfront properties in the Tampa Bay region and beyond. Our experienced team is dedicated to craftsmanship, customer satisfaction, and ensuring your marine projects meet the highest standards of safety and durability.
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Our Services
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Our Experienced Team
Micah Thompson
Founder
Micah grew up in metro Atlanta GA. He attended Truett McConnell University and the University of Georgia. After college he owned Cold Stone Creamery ice cream stores and worked in commercial real estate. When he was 25 he signed up for a 2 week sailing course, having never been on a sailboat, that happened to be in St Petersburg FL. While there he connected with a college acquaintance name Courtney who was down visiting family. When he was 28 he chartered a boat for a sunset sail out of St Pete Beach and asked Courtney to Marry him. For their honeymoon the Thompsons thru hiked the Appalachian Trail over 6months and moved to Madeira Beach FL a week later. During his first year in Florida he worked with a nonprofit organization, the410bridge.org with focuses on Africa, Haiti, and Guatemala. After the year commitment to The 410 Bridge he founded Gulf&Bay Marine learning of a need for professional and dependable services in the diving and marine trades. From humble beginnings Gulf&Bay Marine has grown into a leading Diving and Marine Contracting business.
Jacob Wood
Division Head Dredging
Jake Wood is from Auburn Alabama and moved to Florida in his early 20s to be near salt water. He was the first hire at Gulf&Bay over a decade ago and instrumental in forming the vision, culture, and team we have today. He actively collaborates in dive operations and has spearheaded our dredging division.
Charlie Carpenter
Division Head Seawalls and Docks
Originally from Mississippi Charlie has an extensive background in construction and construction management. His skills, knowledge, and leadership have allowed Gulf&Bay to become a leading marine contractor in the area.
Andy Sutton
Division Head Hull Cleaning and Divers
Originally from Michigan Andy Sutton leads half of the Gulf&Bay staff which focus on scuba divers who clean and maintain boats under the waterline. Working with individual clients as well as professional captains and Yacht Management Companies Andy has helped grow Gulf&Bay Divers into the largest service provider of underwater boat services on West Coast FL.
Jason Nash
Client Relations Team
Having a background in boat and yacht finance Jason brings a world of knowledge and a passion for the boating community. He understands our clients perspective in storm recovery as he lives on the water in Shore Acres and was affected himself. He and his wife Carrie are active in community non profits and are active members of the St Petersburg Yacht Club.
Gandy to Skyway 727-498-1798 jason@gulfandbaydockworks.com
Shannon Lemus
Client Relations Team
Shannon Lemas, originally from Grand Rapids and is a proud Michigan State University native. St. Petersburg Florida has been her home since 2012. She was the General Manager of Farmtable Cucina until January 2020 and Opening Team Lead at Sea Worthy Fish + Bar. She loved the world of professional restaurant management and Gulf&Bay is fortunate to align her professional skill set with nights and weekends now available for family. Shannon is an adventurer at heart. Her fearless spirit is evident in her skydiving experiences, living on a boat while traveling for a year, and attempting to surf the legendary waves of Hawaii's North Shore. These adventures reflect her passion for exploration and her adventurous approach to life. Shannon is a dedicated wife and mother of two. She loves helping people connect with the beauty of the water's edge.
Tierra Verde to Treasure Island 727-222-5722 shannon@gulfandbaymarine.com
Stacey Baker
Client Relations Team
A Maine native—grew up on the ocean, lobstering in the brisk New England waters. Her passion for creativity led her to New York, where she studied and worked in the fashion industry, navigating a few Devil Wears Prada moments along the way. Eventually, the call of the sea was too strong to ignore, drawing her to Florida’s tropical shores. With saltwater in her veins and a deep-rooted connection to the marine industry, Stacey couldn’t imagine life any other way. In her free time, she loves soaking up the sun on relaxing beach days with her son Greyson and fiancé Michael.
Madeira Beach to North Pinellas County Oldsmar and Tampa 727-498-1790 stacey@gulfandbaymarine.com