Sales Team Bios

Terry Belue
Sales Consultant

Terry has been a B & E Team Member for over 26 years. He started on the B&E maintenance crew as a teen, moved on to gas dock, then service writer and assistant service manager. Terry became Service Manager in 2001 and did a great job assisting boaters with their storage and service needs. He then transitioned to boat sales in 2006. Terry grew up near Pine Lake and Lake Michigan, and has always enjoyed being around boats and the water. He was an accomplished athlete during his years as a LaPorte Slicer. He now heads up the Slicer Football Hall of Fame and is a member himself. He is also a lifelong Bears fan! He and his wife have lead several customer “Getaway Trips” and both love the lifestyle boating has to offer. Terry would like to use his expert knowledge of boats and his passion for boating to help you find the boat of your dreams and assist you with any of your future boating needs.

Keith Biggerstaff
Sales Consultant

As a Sales Consultant at B&E Marine for over 30 years, Keith has been able to help hundreds of satisfied clients find the boat of their dreams. Growing up in nearby Valparaiso IN, he has always been close to Lake Michigan and enjoy all the outdoor activity living by the lake has to offer. Thus, working at B&E Marine was a natural fit for Keith. His idea of success is enjoying what one does for a living, and he really enjoys selling boats. This attitude, combined with his knowledge of boats and seamanship, as well as a family history of boating has led to his success today. “In many cases our customers become like family to us. They don’t just buy a boat from me; they expect me to be there when they need something”, says Keith. In mid-season his phone rings from morning to night and he wouldn’t have it any other way. “After all, I feel if a client is investing his hard earned money in a boat I’m representing, he should be getting all the enjoyment from it he’s expecting”, says Keith. When selling a new, used, or brokered boat, he uses his expertise to give his customers the confidence that they have made the right choice.

Chris Cipares
Sales Consultant

As native of Michigan City, Chris grew up boating on Lake Michigan with his family from a very young age. His grandfather had 7 boats over the course of many years and his dad now carries on the tradition of boating together as a family. Chris has always had a passion for the water and he continues to enjoy it today with his wife and three children. He started working at B&E Marine during his college years, on the gas dock, and in the parts department and ship store. After completing his Bachelor’s Degree at Purdue University he was offered a sales position here at the marina. Chris has worked at B & E Marine now for over 22 years. He has enjoyed building relationships with customers, many who he has become friends with! Also, being a participant in the boating lifestyle has allowed Chris to better understand customer wants and needs. He looks forward to earning your business and helping you find the boat that fits your needs.