Jennifer Thompson, Senior Vice President of NMMA Shows was named the first female president of the International Federation of Boat Show Organizers (IFBSO) on Friday, June 7 in Split, Croatia at their annual conference. Thompson replaces Goetz-Ulf Jungmichael following his third two-year tenure.
The NMMA announced that the Boat Trailer Manufacturers Association (BTMA) awarded EZ Loader's Gary Potter with the BTMA Lifetime Achievement Award during a meeting at EZ Loader that introduced new programs and product.
North Sails have announced Philippe Touet as the new General Manager of North Sails France. Previously the Commercial Director of Incidence Sails, Touet is now responsible for sales management and operations of the North Sails business in France.
It is with a heavy heart that we communicate the passing of "Harbour Bob" a strong supporter of the boating industry.
Read more: INDUSTRY MOURNS LOSS OF ROBERT RONEY "HARBOUR BOB"
The Brunswick Boat Group, a unit of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), today announced that Steve Langlais has been named President - Sea Ray Boats, succeeding Brad Anderson, who has chosen to pursue opportunities outside the Company.
Three of NMMA’s staff have been honored with Boating Industry’s Women Making Waves – Sara Anghel, NMMA Canada President, Ellen Bradley, Chief Communications Officer and Senior Vice President, and Jennifer Thompson, Senior Vice President of Boat and Sportshows.
Read more: BOATING INDUSTRY HONORS THREE NMMA STAFF AS 2019...
Power Products, one of the world's premier suppliers of innovative electrical products and systems, has named Tom Schuessler president effective immediately.
Read more: TOM SCHUESSLER NAMED PRESIDENT, POWER PRODUCTS;...
It is with deep sadness, that North South Nautical Group announces the passing of one of their long time yacht brokers, Annie Campbell.
Read more: ANNIE CAMPBELL CPYB, WELL RESPECTED YACHT BROKER...
George Armendariz, CEO of Groupe Beneteau Americas, announced today the appointment of Yannick Madiot as the Group’s new Chief Operating Officer for North America, effective since April 1st, 2019.
Jesper Rönngard, CEO of Navigare Yachting, announces that three more team members have just joined the company States-side, further affirming its commitment to customers in the Americas.
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BUSINESS VALUATIONS: THREE SITUATIONS WHEN YOU MIGHT NOT NEED ONE
By: Patrick Ungashick
Photo Credit: Dwain Bodkin
Business valuations are an important tool for owners and leaders of privately-held companies. For example, if you are doing sophisticated tax planning, buying-out a business partner, or if an owner is going through a marital divorce, then a valuation may be highly prudent—if not legally required. However, business owners and leaders should avoid rushing to get a valuation in circumstances where the need is not clear.
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LIONS GATE MARINA IS FIRST NORTH VANCOUVER FACILITY TO EARN ECO-CERTIFICATION WITH 4-ANCHOR RATING
North Vancouver’s Lions Gate Marina has achieved eco-certification by Georgia Strait Alliance’s Clean Marine BC program, which helps boating facilities to reduce the impact of recreational boating on the Strait of Georgia and beyond by implementing environmental best practices.
Clean Marine BC (CMBC) is a voluntary environmental recognition program for marinas, harbour authorities, yacht clubs, and boatyards. Participating facilities are awarded an anchor rating from one to five, which is based on the results of an independent audit. Lions Gate Marina has achieved a four-anchor rating.
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BOATING ONTARIO LAUNCHES THEIR ABANDONED BOATS PROJECT
Boating Ontario announces the official launch of the Abandoned Boats Project Awareness Campaign aiming to increase boat owners’ awareness of their responsibilities, including proper management of their boat at the end of its life.
Boating Ontario was the recipient of a grant under Transport Canada’s Abandoned Boats Program assisting in the removal of abandoned or wrecked small boats posing a risk to Canadian Waters. The program will help to educate small boat owners about how to responsibly manage their boats and support research on boat recycling.
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