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Episodes
133 episodes
Navigating the Yacht Market: Insights from Brian Fisher of Cape Yachts
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Brian Fisher, a seasoned yacht broker at Cape Yachts, to explore the intersection of yacht racing and luxury sales. Brian shares insights from his extensive career, spannin...
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How Travelopia is Redefining Luxury Yachting with Franck Bauguil
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Franck Bauguil, Vice President of Yacht Ownership and Product Development at Travelopia, to discuss the evolving landscape of yacht ownership and chartering. Franck shares ...
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[Archive] The Business of Depths: Triton Submarines and the Art of Deep-Sea Exploration
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Bruce Jones, co-founder of Triton Submarines, to explore the fascinating world of deep-sea exploration. As a pioneer in submersible design and innovation, Bruce discusses Trit...
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Marshall Nicholson on Digital Content Strategies for Marine Businesses
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Marshall Nicholson, Senior Digital Content Specialist at The Boat House Group, to explore the intricacies of digital marketing within the marine industry. With over six yea...
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Navigating the Northeast: Inside Yacht Brokerage with Erik Ekberg
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Erik Ekberg, a passionate sailor and yacht broker at Lyman-Morse. Erik shares his journey from competitive sailing to navigating high-end yacht sales, revealing key insight...
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Customer Experience Excellence with Reed Nicol of Prestige Marine
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Reed Nicol, the Sales Executive at Prestige Marine. Reed shares his extensive experience in the marine industry, insights on scaling operations, and the innovative strategi...
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Building a Legacy: Kristen Frohnhoefer on Family and Business at Sea Tow
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we delve into the world of marine assistance with Kristen Frohnhoefer, President of Sea Tow Services International, Inc. Kristen shares her unique journey from teaching to leading a major m...
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Behind the Lens with Sharon Green: Capturing the Heart of Sailing
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Sharon Green, the acclaimed photographer behind Ultimate Sailing. With over 40 years of experience capturing the dynamic world of competitive sailing, Sharon shares her jou...
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Bill Lynn on Leading the Herreshoff Marine Museum: Preserving Maritime Heritage
In this episode of the Business of Boating Podcast, we sit down with Bill Lynn, President and Executive Director of the Herreshoff Marine Museum. With a rich background in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors, Bill shares his insights ...
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Developing Marine Fabrics with Sunbrella - Bill McDaniel & Edmund Gant III
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Bill McDaniel and Edmund Gant III, of Sunbrella, to explore the intricacies of marine textile innovation. They share their extensive experience in the industry and delve in...
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Revolutionizing Marine Audio: Insights from Don Nesbit of VOKOL Acoustics
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Don Nesbit, Director of Innovation and Business Development at VOKOL Acoustics. Don shares his journey in the marine audio industry, highlighting the innovative technologie...
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Utilizing CNC Technology in Yacht Customization - Chris Weingarth
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Chris Weingarth, a seasoned entrepreneur and dedicated craftsman who, along with his wife, has been living aboard their boat since 2018. Chris shares his journey from Upsta...
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46:16
Mastering the Art of the Sea: Carlo Nuvolari's Insights into Superyacht Design
Step aboard the luxurious world of superyacht design with our special guest, the legendary Carlo Nuvolari of Nuvolari Lenard. In this insightful conversation, Carlo takes us behind the scenes of creating some of the most iconic and innovativ...
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Inside the World of Inflatable Yacht Tenders with Todd L'Italien
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we dive into the world of inflatable yacht tenders with Todd L'Italien, the owner of Tender Care Boats. Todd shares his journey from a Navy Lieutenant to a successful business owner, detailing...
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Client-Centric Marine Consulting: Lessons from Steve D'Antonio
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we delve into the extensive expertise of Steve D'Antonio, a renowned marine consultant with over three decades of industry experience. Steve shares invaluable insights on enhancing marine b...
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Brent Parker's Approach to Balancing Risk and Reward in Business Deals
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Brent Parker, Managing Partner at Vizion Capital, to explore the intricacies of business acquisitions and sales. Brent shares his extensive experience and insights, drawing...
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42:25
Garmin's Approach to Customer-Centric Product Development with Dave Dunn
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Dave Dunn, Senior Director of Marine and RV Sales at Garmin. With over 13 years of experience at Garmin, Dave shares his valuable insights into the evolving trends and chal...
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The Future of Yacht Charters: Alexander O'Neill
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Alexander O'Neill, Co-Founder & CEO of Nauta, a company that is pioneering changes in the yacht charter industry. Alexander shares his journey from a successful career ...
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42:25
Jeff Merrill on the Art of Trawler Sales
In this episode, we set sail with Jeff Merrill, an acclaimed trawler specialist and veteran yacht broker, as he takes us on an immersive journey into the world of cruising sailboats and trawlers. Drawing on his extensive experience and adven...
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Sustaining Excellence in Yacht Sales: Nicholas Bischoff of Benetti
In this episode of the Business of Boating Podcast, we are joined by Nicholas Bischoff, a distinguished veteran of the marine industry with over 35 years of experience. Nicholas shares his journey from growing up in his family's marinas to b...
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53:56
Bill Hackett on Leveraging Video for the Marine Industry
In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Bill Hackett, also known as Bill On The Water, a marine industry journalist and social media influencer with extensive experience in video content creation. Bill shares his...
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Adria Jover on the Challenges and Opportunities in Electric Boating
In this enlightening episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Adria Jover, the President of the International Electric Marine Association (IEMA). As a prominent advocate for the electrification of marine transportation, A...
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Behind the Scenes with Bill Springer: Writing for Forbes and Superyacht Innovations
In this episode, we sit down with Bill Springer, Senior Contributor at Forbes, to delve into his experiences as a writer and his insights into the ever-evolving world of superyachts. Bill shares his journey in journalism, detailing the unique a...
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Crafting a Global Brand: Marketing Strategies at Nimbus Boats with Michael Bohm
In this insightful episode of the Business of Boating Podcast, we sit down with Michael Bohm, the Chief Marketing Officer at Nimbus Boats Sweden AB, to delve into the sophisticated world of marketing in the luxury boating industry. Michael s...
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Engineering the Blue Economy: A Leader's Vision with Vic Grosjean
In this compelling episode with Vic Grosjean, we explore the frontier of ocean conservation and technology with a leading figure in ocean engineering. As the driving force behind OceanX Group, he brings a wealth of experience and insight int...
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