Born and raised in San Diego, California, John Jarvie has had a connection with the ocean his entire life. John attended Kogod Business School at American University and obtained a minor in music, all while playing Division I soccer. After graduating, he joined the family business to assist his father in growing the company throughout California and Hawaii. In 2009, John realized the potential to seize an opportunity to expand the business to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. John joined a small local group called Young Professionals in Yachting and immediately appreciated the personal and corporate benefits that YPY offered. After serving as Vice President of YPY for a year, John took over as President to grow the organization to 100+ members. John now serves and the Secretary General for YPY International, launching affiliate chapters in Monaco, London, Netherlands, New Zealand, Germany, Greece, and Turkey. John is a member of the Lauderdale Yacht Club and enjoys paddle boarding, boating, music, and soccer. John M. Jarvie, II proudly represents the 4th generation of Oversea, co-founded by his great-grandfather, John M. Jarvie.