Norsvald was founded in 2016 on the notion that an authentic participatory experience aboard an awe inspiring Viking ship of unparalleled beauty and historical interest — the first in the country — combined with a shared love of the outdoors as well as our beautiful coastline could ‘transport’ our clients back in time. In such an environment, guided by our expert crew we would create a participatory experience unlike no other. Through sailing and rowing and other activities aboard our Viking boat Polaris, Norsvald taps into the power and strength of people connected by a common purpose in life or business.
The Crew
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Stuart Boyd
Owner
A few years ago, while looking for a job, Boyd visited the Viking Ship Museum in Roskilde, Denmark and felt immediately the community aboard as well as the impact of small groups working together to row and sail the amazing ships on display there. Setting a course away from a full-on corporate life, Boyd has thought extensively about bringing some of the magic of these boats to New England along with his philosophy:to live life with a healthy mix of productivity, adventure & learning. With the completion of Polaris his vision of a small business based around corporate training aboard a Viking ship is becoming real.
A Leader and manager having spent more than thirty years in management, marketing, product development and engineering roles in consumer electronics, Boyd is an active sailor with more than 40 years of sailing & boating experience, including competition & coaching. He holds a 50 ton USCG captain's license.