Dan Armsden

Dan Armsden is the Co-Founder and CEO of Crewdentials, a company he established in March 2020.1 Crewdentials is a crew data and compliance platform that digitalizes the processes associated with collecting, verifying, and managing seafarer credentials.1

Professional Background

Before founding Crewdentials, Dan had extensive experience in the maritime industry:

• Head of Crew Services & Yacht Technical at Sarnia Yachts (December 2018 - September 2019)1
• Yacht & Crew Technical Manager at Sarnia Yachts (January 2012 - November 2018)1
• Senior Client Services Officer at Sarnia Yachts (January 2011 - December 2011)1

His roles at Sarnia Yachts involved managing yacht owning structures, crew employment, company administration, accounting, VAT management, and various aspects of yacht management.1

Entrepreneurial Journey

In 2019, Dan decided to pursue an idea he had been considering for years, which led to the creation of Crewdentials.1 The company aims to help crew and businesses stay organized and compliant throughout their careers while setting a great first impression.1

Personal Interests

Outside of his professional life, Dan is:

• An outdoor enthusiast
• A keen triathlete
• A kitesurfer and surfer1

Philosophy

Dan describes himself as someone who never accepts things as they are. He loves to understand how things work, how they are put together, and how they can be improved for optimal performance. This approach extends to both his personal interests, such as maintaining his bikes, and addressing industry-wide problems.1

Dan Armsden is based in Guernsey and continues to lead Crewdentials in revolutionizing credential management in the maritime industry.1