Paulee was named the Chief Executive Officer of West Marine, Inc. in November 2025. Paulee joined West Marine in 2022 as Chief Legal and Human Resources Officer, was promoted to Chief Administrative Officer in January 2024, and named Chief Operating Officer in February 2025. As COO, Paulee served on the executive leadership team and oversaw the Company’s 200+ retail stores, West Marine Pro, and key functional areas including operations, merchandise operations, marketing, supply chain/transportation, business development, legal, human resources, real estate, risk management, and procurement.

Paulee describes herself as a collaborative business leader who delivers financial and operational results through cross-functional execution. She has been in the marine industry for over 20 years, having spent 15 years at MarineMax. She has been recognized as a “Woman Making Waves” by Boating Industry Magazine and honored twice as the Top Corporate Counsel by the Tampa Bay Business Journal. Paulee serves on the Florida Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) Board of Directors.

Paulee is a magna cum laude graduate of Vanderbilt University where she attained her BA and MBA and was appointed to Phi Beta Kappa and Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Societies. She is a magna cum laude graduate of Indiana University where she attained her Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD) degree. She is a member of the Florida Bar.

Paulee has a lifelong love of boating and enjoys working with the passionate and knowledgeable West Marine crew members to achieve the Company’s mission of keeping customers on the water.

John Devine is the Chief Information Officer of West Marine, Inc. John joined the company in May 2022 and leads technology strategy and operations, overseeing e-commerce, retail systems, infrastructure, and digital innovation initiatives.

Prior to joining West Marine, John served as Chief Information Officer at URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People) for 17 years. During his tenure, he built the technology organization and led the replatforming of core technology systems, helping scale the company’s revenue growth. Earlier in his career, John held senior technology leadership roles at Gap Inc., where he led store systems engineering, network engineering, and IT operations across multiple continents.

John is a graduate of Brunel University in England where he attained his degree in Engineering (Electronics).

John is an avid boater and enjoys working with the West Marine team to deliver technology solutions that keep customers on the water.

Mark was named Chief Human Resources and Supply Officer in November 2025. He originally joined West Marine in April 2024 as Vice President of Human Resources and later expanded his leadership scope to include the Supply Chain beginning in October 2024. Mark describes himself as a leader who delivers results by building strong, empowered teams that perform at their best.

Prior to joining West Marine, Mark spent 23 years at Michaels Arts and Crafts, where he held senior leadership roles across stores, distribution, and human resources. His extensive experience across multiple functions gives him a well-rounded perspective on operational excellence and people development.

Outside of work, Mark enjoys spending time on the water. His favorite pastime is fishing—and the memories created during those moments.

Mike joined the company in late 2023 as Vice President of Store Operations and in early 2025 was promoted to Senior Vice President of Stores.

Throughout his tenure, Mike has been instrumental in leading a "Customer First" focus and aligning the Store and Pro teams to better serve the boating community. As CRO, he oversees both the retail and professional (B2B) organizations, driving integrated revenue strategies and fostering a "One Crew" culture across all the company’s locations.

As a seasoned retail executive with over 35 years of experience, Mike is skilled in driving financial results while maintaining a steadfast commitment to the customer experience and operational excellence. Prior to joining West Marine, he served as Senior Vice President of U.S. Stores for a major national automotive parts retailer. His extensive background in managing high-volume retail alongside robust professional sales channels gives him a unique perspective on scaling performance in the specialty marine industry.

Mike studied Biology at the University of Minnesota and carries the work ethic and collaborative spirit of his Midwestern roots into his leadership style. He is deeply committed to the professional development of all crew members and prides himself on being a strong cross-functional partner.

As a lifelong water enthusiast, Mike grew up as an avid boater on the lakes of Minnesota, where he spent his weekends waterskiing and entertaining family on the water. Now, a resident of Fort Lauderdale, he remains passionate about the salt-water lifestyle. When he isn’t at the helm of a store initiative, Mike loves spending time with his wife, Cara, and their four sons, and can frequently be found at many sporting events and enjoying quality family time together.