Posts by Cynthia Lakis

About the Author

With nearly two decades of experience at Drew Marine, Cynthia Lakis brings unparalleled expertise as Vice President of Product Management and Marketing. Her hands-on approach to product development and marketing strategy has positioned her as a driving force behind Drew Marine’s most innovative solutions. As the champion of several key product launches, Cynthia collaborates closely with R&D, Operations, Technical Services, and Sales, ensuring every new offering meets the practical needs of the maritime industry. Cynthia’s deep knowledge of maritime regulations and operations stems from her years working in regulatory affairs at a leading ship classification society. This experience, combined with her education from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy—where she earned a B.S., with honors, in Nautical Science as one of the academy's trailblazing female graduates—makes her a trusted voice in the industry. Holding a USCG 3rd Mate License and an MBA in Marketing, Cynthia uniquely blends technical maritime expertise with strategic marketing acumen, making her an invaluable subject matter expert for Drew Marine's solutions.