We are pleased to announce that in April 2008, the prestigious International Golden Compass Award will be presented to one of the maritime industry's most respected leaders. He is Robert P. Magee, President and CEO of American Shipping Group, Inc. American Shipping Group is a holding company that comprises the blue water domestic and military support shipping businesses of Saltchuk Resources. These businesses consist of:Totem Ocean Trailer Express, a liner company serving Alaska; Interocean American Shipping; a ship management company; Sea Star Line L.L.C; a common carrier operating between Florida and Puerto Rico. Mr. Magee is the Chairman of Sea Star Line. Known for his warm personality and team-oriented management style as well as his commitment to philanthropy, Seafarers' House is truly honored to take this opportunity to acknowledge Mr. Magee’s accomplishments.

Our gala black tie event will be held on Saturday evening, April 12th, at the awe-inspiring Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale. This year's Golden Compass Award dinner will include a raffle and silent auction as well as a spirited live auction. Sixth Star Entertainment will add its own brand of fun and sparkle to our evening and we are delighted that returning this year are Bill Panoff, Publisher of Porthole Magazine as our Live Auctioneer and Kristi Krueger of WPLG Channel 10 as Master of Ceremonies.

The festivities commence at 6:30 pm with a reception and silent auction followed by a dinner and dancing at 8:00 pm.

Invitations will mail in March, but for now, please consider showing your support for Seafarers’ House by considering a sponsorship opportunity.

In addition to our Gold, Silver and Bronze Circle of Friends, we are also offering Underwriting and Commemorative Tribute Journal advertising opportunities. If you have any questions regarding sponsorship, underwriting opportunities or advertising in this year’s Tribute Journal, please contact

Beth Masino at Seafarers’ House:
(954) 467-7330 or
e-mail Events@seafarershouse.org