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TUG LIFE

Crew Manifesto

Founded in 1992, Tugboat has been on a continuous pursuit to provide a better customer experience. Our approach harnesses relevant technology and marries it with good old-world customer service. Our mission is to navigate you through the vast waves of merchandise peril and deliver you to engaging, impactful solutions for your brand.

WE BELIEVE
in the nobility of hard work, serving others and taking pride in one’s daily toil. But also, in the words of the legendary Dolly Parton; “Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life.”

WE BELIEVE
in a digital era of clicks, likes, emojis and virtual reality; a human connection and tangible exchanges matter more than ever. 

WE BELIEVE
we’re all in this together. The actions we all take today will make or break a sustainable future. We strive to only sell merchandise with long-lasting value and utility.

WE BELIEVE
beauty is everywhere. Sometimes even on the side of a tote bag. Even the most humble merchandise done well can elicit emotion, tell a story, inspire action and cultivate loyalty. 

WE BELIEVE
we earn your trust on every single order. Product expertise, responsiveness, honesty and dependability are the pillars of our brand promise.
 

WE BELIEVE
in the importance of kindness…but gifts are really nice too. 

CERTIFICATIONS

Tugboat is a Certified Woman and Minority Owned Small Business, as well as a Certified Bay Area Green Business. These certifications help our clients capture Tier One direct spend to help meet their diversity goals. In addition, we strive to actively buy from qualified vendors with like certifications.

Certified Women's Business Enterprise
Bay Area Green Business
Certified National Minority Supplier Development Council - Minority Business Enterprise
Fair Labor Association
Green Forest
1% FOR THE PLANET

Tugboat is a proud member of 1% for the Planet.
We believe in working together for the future of our planet.  As part of this commitment, Tugboat will donate 1% of our net revenue to highly vetted environmental nonprofit organizations.

To date, Tugboat has donated more than $58,400.
For more information on how you can join us to help build a sustainable future for all, please visit their website

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THE CREW

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Kara Long

Captain, Our Captain

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Gavin Long

First Mate

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Julian Lee Hall

Account Manager

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Melissa Jacobson

Account Manager

Chrystal Barry

Chrystal Barry

Account Manager

Aeon Turner

Aeon Turner

Outside Sales

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Ryan Scott

Outside Sales

Neils Goodwin

Neils Goodwin

Outside Sales

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Jerrica Saldivar

Accounting

Pattie Henry

Pattie Henry

Accounting

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Holly Bingham

Office Manager

Amy Boudeloche

Amy Boudeloche

Shipping Manager

Ray Mendieta

Ray Mendieta

Embroidery

Arra Alfonso

Arra Alfonso

Production Corrdinator

Koko

Koko

Mascot

Riblet

Miss Riblet Hall

Chief Cuddles

Harley

Harley

Mascot

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