#59 Beyond Life at Sea: Building a Career in Yacht Management with Yacht Manager Lorraine Hanrahan

In this episode, Lorena sits down with Lorraine Hanrahan, Yacht Manager at Burgess, to talk openly about her journey from life on board to a shore‑based career in yacht management.Lorraine shares how she first entered the yachting industry, her time working on board, and the factors that led her to consider coming ashore. Together, we explore what that transition really looks like - from adjusting to structure and routine, to navigating the financial realities of shore life and redefining long‑term career goals.The conversation offers an honest look at what yacht management involves day to day, the skills that transfer from sea to shore, and the importance of building strong relationships with captains, crew, and owners’ representatives. Lorraine also discusses mentorship, changing perceptions around career pathways, and how yacht management has evolved to become more accessible to people from a wider range of backgrounds.This episode is particularly relevant for anyone currently working at sea who may be thinking about what comes next - or simply wants a clearer understanding of life ashore and the opportunities available within yacht management.