My Story
Meet Captain Deb Marlor,
Your “Sailing Life Coach!”
From a young age, Captain Deb Marlor felt a deep, instinctive connection to the sea. As a young adult, she eagerly pursued any opportunity to learn about sailing, enrolling in courses and diving into hands-on training whenever possible.
From maneuvering against the elements to becoming familiar with every aspect of the boat, Deb developed an unshakable confidence and respect for the ocean—a foundation that set her on a lifelong journey of adventure and learning.
a dream was born...
Captain Deb’s journey didn’t start on the sea alone; it began in corporate America, where she spent over 35 years as a successful entrepreneur and top-performing leader. She founded her own company, excelled in high-stakes environments, and became a recognized force in sales and demand generation.
However, despite her career accomplishments, Deb felt called to a new path, one where she could use her knowledge and passion to inspire and guide others.
Selling her business and moving aboard Simplicity marked the beginning of a fresh chapter—one of personal growth, resilience, and a commitment to building meaningful connections.
your BETTER LIFE is out there
Today, Captain Deb is your “Sailing Life Coach,” committed to empowering women to find their place and purpose on the water.
With her extensive experience and a deep appreciation for the challenges women can face in the traditionally male-dominated sailing world, Deb offers a supportive, expert-led space where women can gain skills, build confidence, and embrace the adventurous spirit of sailing.
If you’re a woman ready to explore the open seas or begin a journey of self-discovery through sailing, Captain Deb is here to guide you every step of the way.
Captain Deb’s Journey
Captain Deb and her husband sold their home and now live aboard their Beneteau Oceanis 38 sailboat, Simplicity, full-time.
The pair have sailed the West Coast of the United States, from Seattle to Puget Sound to the San Juans, to San Diego; then Houston, Texas, to Florida, stopping in Pensacola, Key West; and on up to Maine and the extensive Bahamian Islands, including the Abacos, Eleuthera, and the Exumas.
The next phase was South to Turks & Caicos, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, St. Kitts, Monserrat, Guadeloupe, Martinique, St. Lucia, St. Vincent – The Grenadines including Bequia, Canouan Island, and Grenada.
Sailing S/V Simplicity over 25,000 nautical miles and living aboard for the past 7 years has truly changed the perspective of Deb and Hugh.
Captain Deb is now dedicated to helping other people who love the sea to feel confident on their vessels, offering courses for every skill level. Her students find her teaching style to be easy, fun to learn from, and engaging.
“She inspires confidence every step of the way.”
Contact DEB
Reach out to Captain Deb if you're ready to take your boating and sailing knowledge to the next level!