A Trusted Manufacturers’ Representative Firm

At Seacoast Associates, Inc., we go to work every day knowing we’ll be collaborating with some of the most expert people in their industries. We enjoy what we do, and this passion that we have to serve our clients is what drives us to always perform beyond expectations.
Our several tech reps who work with Seacoast Associates, Inc., have more than 100 years of combined experience. Since our company’s inception in 2008, we have worked with many designers, engineers, buyers, and corporate people, providing them with some of the most reliable products on the market within their specified timeline.

Our Clients

Our market includes Boat Builders, RV manufacturers, Golf Cart manufacturers, Automotive OE’s and aftermarket upholsterers, Aerospace suppliers, Aviation OE’s, Power Sports OE’s, and their contract suppliers. Our clients are spread throughout the eastern United States, and our goal is to supply each manufacturer with high-quality products on time. Also, the contract suppliers we work with are first-tier suppliers of component parts to OE manufacturers. Our represented companies also provide products to this separate integral industry.

Every company we represent in Florida and all other states east of the Mississippi River has a solid reputation in the industry. Additionally, they have decades of experience, ranging from 45 to more than 110 years in their businesses. Their reputation gives us confidence that all of the products they offer, including hardware, contract services, instruments and lighting design, CNC quilting machines, and solid surface materials, are nothing less than excellent.

Why Choose Us

We know that having our products on the floor on time is of paramount importance.

We are involved with boat building, both above and below the waterline.

We are problem solvers and innovators.

We are a service-oriented, customer-first company.

Providing Top-Notch Solutions to Your OE Product Needs

Call or email us today to learn more about our services and the products we offer. You may also reach us by filling out our inquiry form or through the companies we represent. We look forward to working with you!

Our Staff Provides Solutions to Your Product Needs

Call or email us today to learn more about our services and the products we offer. You may also reach us by filling out our inquiry form below, or on each of the sites of the companies we represent. We look forward to working with you!

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Chris Beckendorf

President
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(423)227-5989

Owner and President of Seacoast Associates. Owner and President of Otter Distribution Services.

“Customer service is my number one priority. I work hard for my customers to make their jobs easier, to save them time, and to forge lasting relationships”

Chris’ early background is in aviation as an Avionics Tech/Aircraft Mechanic and Director of Maintenance for 5 years.

Chris has worked for and with Seacoast Associates for the last 16 years, first as a manufacturer’s representative, and now as president of the company.

Previously, he owned Beckendorf Marine Sales Inc, Seacoast Engineered Solutions, and currently owns Otter Distribution Services. Working hands-on in the field with his customers is what drives him to accomplish any project with the customer, for the customer.

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Bruce Beckendorf

Sales and Operations Consulting
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(407) 376-1889

As a business owner and manufacturer's representative, it is my goal to bring value to our customers by representing principles who effectively connect with clients, bring innovation, and service our customer’s needs for the long term."

Bruce began his work career in 1967 employed in the plastics distribution and fabrication industry in Memphis, Tennessee, later entering sales for a national plastics distributor. After moving to Florida in 1988, he continued his sales career in plastics distribution and fabrication, later specializing as a manufacturer's representative to the marine OE industry. His experience includes extensive work in thermoforming of all kinds including design and implementation of tooling, application of hardware, graphics, solid surface, CNC equipment, and multiple other products to boat builders in the eastern United States.

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Gayle Beckendorf

CFO, General Operations Manager
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(407) 558-9343

My focus is to provide excellent customer service, attend to the financial health of our company, and to ensure all operations move as smoothly as possible. I facilitate communication between our field staff and suppliers and am able on a moment’s notice to provide help in urgent situations”.

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