Maggie serves as the Assistant Engineer on the R/V Weatherbird II. Initially hired with FIO as a deckhand in 2020, Ms. Knott has worked her way up to an engineer role.

Prior to joining FIO, Maggie worked on tall ships for 8 years as a Deckhand, Engineer and Mate.  She also worked local in St. Petersburg, captaining small charter boats and delivering sailing vessels around the southeast area to the Caribbean. She is a huge advocate for common sense, adores thresher sharks, and loves to play music.