ABOUT THE PROPER KNOT

Kate Schulze

Kate is the Chief Executive Officer and Lead Designer at The Proper Knot. Kate graduated from the College of Art and Design at the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she earned a degree in Display and Exhibit Design. After graduation, she began in her career in New York City, where she continued to grow her expertise in design for eight years. She returned to the Lowcountry in 2014 and began focusing on yacht interior design and concierge services. Kate has been praised by her clients for capturing their vision and paying meticulous attention to details for all their design specifications. Her exceptional taste is reflected in all her past projects and her sharp personality gives her an edge in the competitive design industry. Her extended portfolio and years of experience in commercial and residential design bring a unique talent to the boating interior design industry.

Scott Schulze

Scott is the Chief Financial Officer and Sales Manager at The Proper Knot. Scott graduated from the Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina, where he received a BA in Marketing and Entrepreneurial Management. Scott began working in the marine industry on charter fishing boats. He co-founded The Proper Knot in early 2014, then shortly after propelled into yacht and boat sales. He specializes in luxury motor yachts, sport fishing boats and large center consoles. To date, he has helped over 150 clients find their dream vessel and closed over $8 million in sales. Scott has spent countless hours at sea as both a first mate and a professional fishing charter guide. His extended time at sea has helped him master boat sale decisiveness, particularly which vessel is appropriate for the right client or situation. He also enjoys helping clients in coastal boat deliveries. Growing up on Hilton Head Island, he sailed competitively in high school and spent his summers as a sailing instructor at the South Carolina Yacht Club.