Beyond the Table:
Alene Keenan on Wine, Wisdom & What Matters Most
Few names in yachting embody service excellence, humor, and heart quite like Alene Keenan — affectionately known as The Yacht Guru. 
Alene Keenan has built a career on transforming service into art. A founding judge of Top Notch Tabletop, she captures what the competition is truly about:
"Seeing stews express themselves through design and detail — and realizing they’re part of something bigger — that’s what makes Top Notch Tabletop so special.”
And when it comes to advice that lasts well beyond the deck? 
"Honor what you’ve learned. Every guest interaction, every detail you’ve mastered — it all matters. There’s always a place where your passion and your skill meet. That’s where the magic happens."