Jerry is an author, long-time Los Angeles businessman, and Southern California yachtsman. Jerry grew up on Cape Hatteras Island and the Gulf Coast of Alabama where he developed a love for the sea. After graduating from University of Alabama, he found his way to Los Angeles where he has spent the last forty years splitting his time between his various business interest and his love for cruising and diving the ever-fascinating barrier islands or Southern California with his family. Jerry has been a member of the Pacific Corinthian Yacht Club for many years