Fundraiser Night with Gary Jobson

A CYC Fundraising Evening with Gary Jobson

Former America's Cup Racer

CYC Fundraiser Night

Join us on March 21, 2026 - Bar Open 5:30pm

Catered Four Course Dinner - Menu TBA

Ticket Includes Dinner and one Bar Drink
PRICE $125 Donation to CYC Learn To Sail

Must be paid online in advance

Registration Open to CYC Members ONLY Until February 16^th then open to other clubs and public.

Any issues registering, email admin@cobourgyachtclub.ca and Chris H will add you.

Special Guest Gary Jobson to present an intriguing talk during dinner, and Q&A Meet and Greet Afterwards. 

A world-class sailor, three-time Emmy-winning broadcaster, and dedicated philanthropist, Gary Jobson is widely recognized as the "voice of sailing" internationally. He first gained international acclaim as the tactician for Ted Turner during their victorious 1977 America's Cup campaign. Over a career spanning 6,000 races, Gary has won numerous national titles and earned inductions into both the America’s Cup Hall of Fame and the National Sailing Hall of Fame. Beyond the water, Gary spent over 30 years as the lead sailing analyst for ESPN and has covered eight Olympic Games for NBC Sports. He is also a prolific author of 23 books and a past President of US Sailing. A survivor of lymphoma, Gary has turned his passion into a powerful force for good. As the long-time National Chairman of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Leukemia Cup Regatta, he helped raise over $66 million for blood cancer research. Today, he continues his advocacy as Chair of the Chesapeake Bay Trust, proving that his commitment to the community is as enduring as his love for the sea.

Geoff Davis is the owner of Retro Rewind and The Counter on King in Colborne, Ontario. His passion for the food service industry began at a young age while working at Fête Accomplie, a fine French dining restaurant in Potton, Quebec. Inspired to pursue his craft professionally, Geoff attended John Abbott College in Montreal, where he earned his formal chef certification.

He went on to build an accomplished culinary career with Canadian Pacific and Fairmont Hotels, serving as Chef de Partie and later Sous Chef at the Fairmont Château Laurier in Ottawa, followed by Executive Sous Chef at the Fairmont Le Château Montebello. After Montebello, Geoff served as Executive Chef for the Ambassador to France at the French Embassy in Ottawa, a prestigious role that further refined his expertise in high-level diplomatic and international cuisine.

Throughout his career, Geoff has had the honour of preparing meals for numerous dignitaries, celebrities, and world leaders, including Nelson Mandela, President George W. Bush, and several Canadian Prime Ministers and dignitaries.

In 2012, Geoff and his young family relocated to Northumberland County to be closer to extended family. In 2019, he opened Retro Rewind, a unique shop specializing in vintage toys and collectibles. In 2022, he expanded his entrepreneurial ventures by opening The Counter on King, a welcoming lunch counter serving breakfast and lunch to the community.

Geoff lives in rural Cramahe with his wife, Jackie, and their three children. In addition to operating his businesses, he offers catering services for events of all sizes and styles from casual gatherings to formal occasions bringing decades of professional culinary experience to every event.

Geoff can be reached at retrorewindcolborne@gmail.com or by phone at 905-269-9000.