Shirley Bryan is the Daughter of Capt. Shirley Brown, founder of Brown Marine Service and sole owner of Pelican’s Perch Marina. Shirley is an avid Artist, an active member of Pensacola Quayside Gallery, and has been a life-long resident of Pensacola. The most important thing about Shirley is that she truly KNOWS the business. Most people don’t know that about her but she has been apart of this Boatyard and Marina her entire life. She gets it.
At Pelican’s Perch Marina, our team thrives on a shared passion for marine life and exceptional customer service, making every visit a unique and memorable experience. Our dedication and camaraderie ensure that whether we’re managing your haul-out or handling your next bottom service, we always deliver with enthusiasm and expertise. This strong sense of teamwork and commitment to excellence fosters an inviting atmosphere where both crew and visitors feel right at home.
Danny Pigg started with Pelican’s Perch Marina back in 2013 where he started as a Yard Technician performing bottom jobs for our customers. He has also been our Lead Yard Tech, Lift Operator, Operations Manager and is now the Marina and Boatyard Manager. During the duration of his time here, Danny has been a tremendous part of Pelican’s Perch Marinas growth and success. In his spare time, he loves fishing, camping and spending time with his family.
Joi Baxter took over in July of 2025 as our Office Manager. With over 15 years of experience in management, she is looking forward to improving our office procedures to help better serve our customers and subcontractors. She grew up in East Tennessee but moved to NWFL in 2006. Joi loves the water, camping, and spending time with family and friends. She looks forward to growing with the Pelican’s Perch Marina family.
Laura Donaldson joined us in 2021, first in purchasing and then as Marina’s Compliance Manager in 2022. A military family child, she moved to Pensacola in 1994 and has over 20 years of boating experience. She enjoys nature, reading, woodworking, and spending time with her wife and pets. Laura is dedicated to maintaining safety and regulatory compliance at Pelican’s Perch.
Shirley Bryan is the Daughter of Capt. Shirley Brown, founder of Brown Marine Service and sole owner of Pelican’s Perch Marina. Shirley is an avid Artist, an active member of Pensacola Quayside Gallery, and has been a life-long resident of Pensacola. The most important thing about Shirley is that she truly KNOWS the business. Most people don’t know that about her but she has been apart of this Boatyard and Marina her entire life. She gets it.
At Pelican’s Perch Marina, our passion for marine life and commitment to exceptional service make every visit memorable. Whether handling your haul-out or bottom service, our dedicated team delivers with enthusiasm and expertise, creating a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.
