Volunteers
The people who make it all happen
The 2026 Santa Maria Cup is made possible by the dedication of our volunteer committees. From race management to hospitality, these teams work behind the scenes to deliver a world-class regatta.
Co-Chairs
Overall event leadership and coordination across all committees.
Leads:
Jeff Borland
Sharon Borland
Ursula Kuehn
Public Relations
Media outreach, press releases, and social media coverage.
Lead:
Nancy Noyes
Finance
Budget management and financial oversight for the regatta.
Lead:
Jennifer Ellefson
Sponsorship
Partner relationships and sponsor coordination.
Lead:
Vivian Werner
Breakfast
Morning meals for competitors, umpires, and officials.
Lead:
Nancy Mullan
Lunch
Midday meals and refreshments during racing.
Lead:
Liz Filter
Housing
Accommodations for visiting teams and officials.
Lead:
Marsha Malkin
Registration
Competitor check-in, credentials, and welcome packets.
Lead:
Corinne Smith
Events
Social events, opening ceremony, and awards presentation.
Lead:
Sharon Borland
J/22s
Fleet preparation, maintenance, and boat assignments.
Lead:
Jeff Borland
Boats
Support vessel coordination and on-water logistics.
Lead:
Tom Stalder
Equipment
Sails, gear, and equipment management for the fleet.
Lead:
Bill Levatino
Marina
Dock space allocation and shore-side logistics.
Lead:
Bill Phillips
Umpires
Umpire coordination, scheduling, and support.
Lead:
Jeff Borland
Race Committee Liaise
Communication between organizers and race officials.
Lead:
Ursula Kuehn
Environmental Committee Liaise
Sustainability initiatives and environmental compliance.
Lead:
Donna Clapp
City of Annapolis Liaise
City permits, local coordination, and community relations.
Lead:
Heather Ersts
Website
Online presence, live updates, and digital communications.
Lead:
Pete Deremer