Our Team
The Passion Behind the Business
Connor Mettus
Founder
Connors life has been deeply intertwined with the art and adventure of sailing since his earliest days on the Chesapeake Bay. His professional journey, marked by significant roles in business development and internal research and development at a Fortune 500 company, has been fueled by a passion for innovation and a quest for better solutions. Connor quickly grew frustrated with the existing technology options available after purchasing his boat, and immediately set out for something better. This experience, combined with his deep-rooted love for sailing and a keen eye for technological advancements, has positioned him to steer Trident-North towards a revolution in the marine industry
Abib Cortes
Co-Founder
Abib is a Software Engineer bringing a wealth of expertise from his tenure at AWS in cloud computing and machine learning. His journey began with a passion for solving intricate problems, leading him to specialize in scalable architectures and data-driven insights. He is dedicated to revolutionizing the maritime industry through technology. Abib and his co-founders are committed to shaping a future where innovation meets tradition in the maritime world. Abib's extensive background in software development makes for a great addition to the Trident North team.
Walker Schwartz
Co-Founder
Walker is a Consultant in Offshore Wind Advisory with a passion for innovation and the clean energy transition. As a recent graduate from a Master's program he displays a passion for research across an array of topics fueling future innovation. Walker's passion for sailing started a young age, competing in Optis and Lasers before instructing both adults and children. During his college career he was a member of the sailing team where he was elected Boatswin. Now, with a deep-seated passion for sailing and solid foundation for meteorology, Walker is poised to make a significant impact as he joins the Trident North team.