Stephanie Roble

Awarded the prestigious 2014 US Sailing Rolex Yachtswoman of the Year, Stephanie Roble is a two-time Olympian and a highly decorated professional sailor recognized for her achievements across multiple classes and international competitions. This highest honor in American sailing highlighted her early professional success, for which she was also a finalist for the subsequent three consecutive years. Roble graduated from Old Dominion University in 2011 with a degree in Finance, where she earned two All-American honors and served as team captain, notably one of the few women skippering in the open division. Transitioning to professional sailing, she competed in Melges 20, J70, and Etchells classes, excelling in various roles including bow, tactician, strategist, and helm.

In 2023, she earned another bronze medal in the 49erFX class at the Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile. Most recently, Roble qualified for her second Olympic appearance and finished 10th at the Paris 2024 Olympics, further cementing her position as a leading figure in American and international sailing.