Business of Boating w/ Merrill Charette

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 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 e…

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 …

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 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 bri…

In this insightful episode of our podcast, we delve deep into the marine industry's current landscape and future prospects with Gus Blakely, Vice President of Marine Sales at Suzuki Motor of America,…

In this enlightening episode, we dive into the world of boat rentals and charters with Matt Ovenden, the visionary founder of Borrow A Boat. As the architect behind what's often referred to as "the A…

In this episode of The Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Mike Carlson, the entrepreneurial force behind 26 North Yachts, a premier yacht brokerage known for redefining luxury yachting exp…

In this episode of the Shipshape Podcast, we dive into an engaging conversation with Joe Quirk, President of the Seasteading Institute, who shares his vision for the future of floating nations. Joe d…

In this episode of the ShipShape Podcast, we're joined by Richard Strauss, the CEO of Teakdecking Systems (TDS), to discuss his rise to CEO and his vision for the future of marine decking. Richard ou…

In this captivating episode, we sit down with Scott Kidd, a seasoned Yacht Captain with over 25 years of maritime experience, ranging from managing new builds and refits to mastering the high seas ac…

Josh Valoes, a distinguished figure in the yachting industry, brings a wealth of expertise and innovation to the ShipShape Podcast. Originally from Brazil and raised in Boca Raton, FL, Josh's journey…

In this captivating episode of the ShipShape Podcast, we welcome David Holley, a towering figure in the marine vessel transport industry with over two decades of experience steering through its compl…

In this episode of the Shipshape Podcast, we explore Vincent's inspiring transformation from a newcomer struggling with language barriers in Canada to a leading yacht sales professional. Vincent deta…

In this episode of the Shipshape Podcast, we meet Matt Foster, founder of Mobile Motorboat Mechanics. He shares his journey from a mechanical engineer to an entrepreneur revolutionizing the boat serv…

In this captivating episode of our podcast, we dive deep with Paul Flannery, the seasoned mariner and Executive Director of the International Yacht Brokers Association (IYBA), exploring his remarkabl…

Welcome to the Shipshape Podcast, where we navigate the vast and often uncharted waters of the maritime world, bringing you stories of adventure, leadership, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.…

In this enlightening episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of Christophe Lavigne, a visionary leader whose unparalleled expertise has steered Beneteau American brands and Highfield, two of th…

In this episode, Eden shares the inspiring mission of World Ocean School, an organization that takes learning to the high seas. Aboard the historic tall ships Denis Sullivan and Roseway, students emb…

In this episode of the Shipshape Podcast, we dive into the world of competitive sailing with veteran sailor and esteemed coach, Robby Brown. His story unfolds from the docks of a Florida sail loft to…