City of Miami Beach Honors The Advantaged’s 20th Anniversary

On November 4, 2026, the City of Miami Beach proclaimed “The Advantaged 20th Anniversary Day,” recognizing The Advantaged Yacht Charters & Sales for two decades of contribution to the city’s waterfront community and marine economy. The proclamation was signed by Mayor Steven Meiner, Vice-Mayor Alex J. Fernandez, and Commissioners Tanya K. Bhatt, Laura Dominguez, Joseph Magazine, Monica Matteo Salinas, and David Suarez.

For all of us at The Advantaged, it is a humbling moment. Twenty years of charters, sales, and relationships on the water have been built alongside the clients, captains, crew, yacht owners, and partners who have trusted us, and this honor belongs to them, too.

Where Our Story Began

The Advantaged Yacht Charters & Sales was founded by Antonio Maldonado, who was later joined by Jessica Londono and Nancy Yanez as co-founders. Together, they guided the company from a startup to what the City of Miami Beach describes as “one of the Southeast’s most desirable luxury yacht charter companies.”

In the city’s words, what began as a dream has become “a lasting testament to Miami Beach’s vibrant waterfront community,” where The Advantaged continues to build opportunities, strengthen local industry, and contribute to the city’s history and future.

Rooted at Miami Beach Marina

Our charters depart from Miami Beach Marina, and the proclamation highlights that relationship directly. According to the city, through its longstanding partnership with Miami Beach Marina, The Advantaged has welcomed visitors from around the globe and showcased Miami Beach as a premier waterfront destination, serving tens of thousands of guests across its fleet of more than fifteen yachts.

Every departure is a chance to show someone this city from the water, and we never take that privilege for granted.

Recognizing the People Who Make It Possible

The proclamation states that The Advantaged has generated tens of millions of dollars in economic impact for the City of Miami Beach, supporting local captains, stewardesses, dock attendants, yacht owners, maintenance workers, restaurants, caterers, and small businesses integral to the marine industry.

We are especially glad the city named these people and businesses. A great day on the water depends on the skill of a captain, the care of a crew, the work of dock and maintenance teams, the trust of yacht owners, and the local restaurants and caterers who help make each occasion memorable. This recognition is shared with all of them.

Jessica Londono’s Service to Miami Beach

The city also recognized co-founder Jessica Londono for strengthening The Advantaged’s long-standing commitment to Miami Beach. As the proclamation notes, she has served on several City of Miami Beach boards, including Sister Cities, Animal Welfare, Human Rights, the Production Industry Council, and the Marine Authority Board, and continues her volunteer work and foster care efforts with Miami-Dade Animal Services.

Jessica’s civic service reflects something we value deeply: being part of this community, not only doing business in it.

With Gratitude

We extend our sincere thanks to Mayor Steven Meiner and the Miami Beach City Commission for this honor.

Thank you to Jessica Londono and Nancy Yanez, whose vision and dedication have helped shape this company. Thank you to our team, the captains, crew, and staff whose care and professionalism stand behind every experience we offer. And thank you to our clients, yacht owners, colleagues, and business partners. Whether you first stepped aboard with us years ago or are discovering The Advantaged today, you are part of this story.

The Proclamation

The complete signed proclamation appears below, followed by a full text transcription.

Text of the Proclamation

PROCLAMATION

WhereasIn 2006, Jessica Londono, alongside co-founders Antonio Maldonado and Nancy Yanez, established The Advantaged Yacht Charters and Sales and guided it from a startup to one of the Southeast’s most desirable luxury yacht charter companies; and

WhereasThrough its longstanding partnership with Miami Beach Marina, The Advantaged has welcomed visitors from around the globe and showcased Miami Beach as a premier waterfront destination, serving tens of thousands of guests across its fleet of more than fifteen yachts; and

WhereasThe Advantaged has generated tens of millions of dollars in economic impact for the City of Miami Beach, supporting local captains, stewardesses, dock attendants, yacht owners, maintenance workers, restaurants, caterers, and small businesses integral to the marine industry; and

WhereasCo-founder Jessica Londono has strengthened The Advantaged’s long-standing commitment to Miami Beach through her service on several City of Miami Beach boards—including Sister Cities, Animal Welfare, Human Rights, the Production Industry Council, and the Marine Authority Board—and through her continued volunteer work and foster care efforts with Miami-Dade Animal Services; and

WhereasWhat began as a dream has become a lasting testament to Miami Beach’s vibrant waterfront community, where The Advantaged continues to build opportunities, strengthen local industry, and contribute to the city’s history and future.

NOW THEREFORE, DO WE, as Mayor and Commissioners of the City of Miami Beach, hereby proclaim November 4^th, 2026, as

THE ADVANTAGED 20^TH ANNIVERSARY DAY

in the City of Miami Beach.

Signed:

• Mayor Steven Meiner
• Commissioner Tanya K. Bhatt
• Commissioner Laura Dominguez
• Vice-Mayor Alex J. Fernandez
• Commissioner Joseph Magazine
• Commissioner Monica Matteo Salinas
• Commissioner David Suarez

THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH

Verbatim transcription of the signed original. The original bears the City of Miami Beach seal and an embossed city seal; handwritten signatures appear above each printed name.

For Corporate Planners and Organizations

If you are evaluating a yacht company for a corporate gathering, client hospitality event, or team celebration, we welcome the conversation. Tell us your preferred date, approximate guest count, and the purpose of the event.

If your organization has vendor requirements, such as onboarding forms, documentation requests, or approval steps, please share them early. We will review them with you and respond to each one that applies to your plans.

Speak With Our Team

Whether you are planning a charter, considering a yacht purchase, or simply getting to know The Advantaged, we would be glad to hear from you.

• Charter inquiries: info@theadvantaged.com or 305-358-0745. Charters depart from Miami Beach Marina, 300 Alton Road, Miami Beach.
• Yacht sales: antonio@theadvantaged.com or 786-258-4363. Our sales office is at Hi-Lift Marina, 2890 NE 187th Street, Aventura.

You can also reach us through our contact page.

Thank you for twenty years on the water. We look forward to the next chapter.

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