AI on the Dock: Smarter Marketing & Reservations for Watersports Operators Ft. Evan Tipton and Ivy Duncan - Episode #205

Awkward Watersport Guys Podcast

Awkward Watersport Guys Podcast
AI on the Dock: Smarter Marketing & Reservations for Watersports Operators Ft. Evan Tipton and Ivy Duncan - Episode #205
Feb 05, 2026 Episode 205
Greg Fisher & Kevin Oneil & Evan Tipton & Ivy Duncan

In this episode, the guys dive into how AI is quickly becoming a practical tool not a scary buzzword for water sports and tour operators looking to grow without burning out. Featuring Evan Tipton and Ivy Duncan from TOMIS and Yonder, the conversation breaks down how AI powered chatbots, voice assistants, and marketing automation can handle everyday customer questions, follow up with leads, and improve bookings while still keeping a human touch where it matters most. The guests share real world examples from operators using AI today, lessons learned from surviving COVID era disruptions, and why staying consistent with marketing especially during uncertain times pays off.

[SPONSORS] - This show is sponsored by Take My Boat Test and WaveRez.

Show Links:
Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcast
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1155418904790489
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awg_podcast/

Episode Artwork AI on the Dock: Smarter Marketing & Reservations for Watersports Operators Ft. Evan Tipton and Ivy Duncan - Episode #205 57:00 Episode Artwork Stop Playing Small Ball: Mindset Shifts for Scaling Watersport Operations - Episode #204 42:03 Episode Artwork Why Charter Fishing Isn’t Just About Fish Anymore Ft. Kyle Lowe & Cliff Atwell - Episode #203 1:02:24 Episode Artwork Experiment, Adapt, Repeat: Turning Watersports into an Experience Brand Ft. Michael & Taylor Withrow - Episode #202 43:36 Episode Artwork Scaling Smarter, Not Bigger: Hidden Profits Inside Your Existing Operation Ft. Zeb Smith - Episode #201 58:35 Episode Artwork Reflecting on The First 199 - Episode #200 33:43 Episode Artwork Sales, Sass and Saltwater: A Candid Chat with Zach Eischen - Episode #199 59:11 Episode Artwork Port Recap 2025 - Episode #198 56:36 Episode Artwork Click Capture Connect: Turning Digital Attention Into Real World Sales Ft. Derek Michaloski - Episode #197 40:24 Episode Artwork Greg's New Book & Port Prep - Episode #196 1:15:55 Episode Artwork Matching Your Audience To Your Marketing - Live From Arival - Episode #195 43:25 Episode Artwork Stop Being Order Takers: Automation That Sells You Ft. Kyle Reed - Episode #194 40:33 Episode Artwork The Four Ps of Outdoor Tourism: Passion, Permits, People and Profit Ft. Zeb Smith - Episode #193 53:05 Episode Artwork Self Service on the Water: PADL's Game Changing Model Ft. Andres Avello - Episode #192 43:48 Episode Artwork Controlled Chaos: Inside the Rapidly Growing Electric Boat Market Ft. Erick Pinzon - Episode #191 44:31 Episode Artwork AI, Arival and The Future of Tours & Activities ft. Bruce Rosard - Episode #190 44:28 Episode Artwork Thinking Like an Investor in The Watersports Industry - Episode #189 49:17 Episode Artwork Moab Madness: Taxes, Trails and Trouble Ft. Morgan Frayser - Episode #188 50:45 Episode Artwork Rewriting The Rules: How vQuip is Changing Watersports Insurance ft. Cam Serigne - Episode #187 44:16 Episode Artwork Kevin’s Great West Road Trip & Industry Real Talk - Episode #186 42:49 Episode Artwork Cruise Ship Crackdowns & What They Mean for Watersports - Episode #185 48:15 Episode Artwork From Dock Talk to Hall of Fame - Episode #184 24:39 Episode Artwork Passion or Profit? Choosing Your Water Sports Business Model - Episode #183 35:03 Episode Artwork Boats, Bookings & B.S.: Memorial Day Recap + Summer Trendspotting - Episode #182 42:22 Episode Artwork From Google to AirBnb: Navigating the New Travel Tech Stack ft. Christian Watts - Episode #181 59:33