Industry Advocacy, Market Moves & The Power of Voice | Yachting Unplugged
Yachting Channel · Yachting International Radio
May 19, 202530m 48s
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Show Notes
Join Kim Sweers, The Boat Boss, and Rick Thomas from Sunrise Harbor Marina (a Bradford Marine facility) as they unpack the latest headlines shaping the marine industry.
From the halls of Capitol Hill to the docks of Sunrise Harbor, this episode dives into Kim’s recent experience at the American Boating Congress in Washington, D.C., including critical updates on tariffs, the Sport Fish Restoration Fund, and future-focused fuel alternatives.
They also cover the tragic sinking of the Bayesian, shifting economic tides, new yacht launches, and insights into U.S. innovation in yacht tech. Plus, a post-Palma Yacht Show catch-up and conversations on industry leadership, mentorship, and engaging youth in the boating world.
💥 EXCLUSIVE GIVEAWAY 💥
🎁 Win a $150 Gift Certificate to Pier 66 Restaurants!
To enter:
✔️ Follow @Pier66HotelMarina, @TheBoatBoss, and @YachtingInternationalRadio on Instagram
✔️ Comment on this episode post and tag someone you’d love to dine with!
🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Yachting Unplugged.
📬 Connect with the Hosts:
👉 Kim Sweers "The Boat Boss" & Managing Partner, FB Marine Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boatboss/
👉 Rick Thomas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-thomas-51909821/
#AmericanBoatingCongress #NMMA #YachtIndustryNews #YachtLife #MaritimeNews #BoatingAdvocacy #YachtLaunch #Pier66 #BoatShows #MaritimeInnovation #BayesianTragedy #YouthInBoating #SunriseHarborMarina
From the halls of Capitol Hill to the docks of Sunrise Harbor, this episode dives into Kim’s recent experience at the American Boating Congress in Washington, D.C., including critical updates on tariffs, the Sport Fish Restoration Fund, and future-focused fuel alternatives.
They also cover the tragic sinking of the Bayesian, shifting economic tides, new yacht launches, and insights into U.S. innovation in yacht tech. Plus, a post-Palma Yacht Show catch-up and conversations on industry leadership, mentorship, and engaging youth in the boating world.
💥 EXCLUSIVE GIVEAWAY 💥
🎁 Win a $150 Gift Certificate to Pier 66 Restaurants!
To enter:
✔️ Follow @Pier66HotelMarina, @TheBoatBoss, and @YachtingInternationalRadio on Instagram
✔️ Comment on this episode post and tag someone you’d love to dine with!
🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Yachting Unplugged.
📬 Connect with the Hosts:
👉 Kim Sweers "The Boat Boss" & Managing Partner, FB Marine Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boatboss/
👉 Rick Thomas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-thomas-51909821/
#AmericanBoatingCongress #NMMA #YachtIndustryNews #YachtLife #MaritimeNews #BoatingAdvocacy #YachtLaunch #Pier66 #BoatShows #MaritimeInnovation #BayesianTragedy #YouthInBoating #SunriseHarborMarina