Capt. Scott Souders
SAMS® Surveyor Associate
Capt. Scott Souders, SAMS® Surveyor Associate, is the founder and chief operator of Center Helm. Scott is a graduate of Chapman's School of Seamanship, Yacht and Small Craft Survey, and a 100 Ton Captain of both sail and power vessels. As a US Powerboating Instructor Trainer and US Sailing National Faculty Member, he co-authored the most recent edition of Start Powerboating Right!. Capt. Scott has in-depth knowledge of the latest marine tech, including; which smartphone apps will best suit your boating needs, joystick piloting, pod steering, gyro stabilizers, chart plotters, and much more. He has trained owners/operators, families, professional captains, and crew in the Great Lakes, San Juan Islands, Florida Keys, Sea of Cortez, and the Caribbean. Teaching is his passion, and he's eager to help you dive deeper into boating.