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Lenn Scholz | President | Boston Whaler
Boston Whaler president talks about adapting a storied brand to changing consumer needs and wants
Aine Denari | CTO, EVP | Brunswick Corp
Named Brunswick Corp chief technology officer and executive vice president in August while assuming further new responsibilities as president of its Navico Group business unit, Aine Denari is expected to lead the next phase of evolution for Brunswick’s technology business.
Building on the ultimate platform
Fresh from the success of a record-breaking Metstrade, IBI sat down with Niels Klarenbeek, Director of Metstrade, and Patricia Becker, Exhibition Manager, to discuss the event’s highlights, challenges, and future plans
HanseYachts' CEO Hanjo Runde on driving efficiencies and adapting to new market dynamics
Hanjo Runde talks to IBI about driving efficiencies to hit double-digit margins and how the boatbuilder is adapting to new market dynamics.
Bye bye, summer in the north!
Amidst the AC and boat show fever, take time to work on your ABC plans
Magnus Rassy | CEO | Hallberg-Rassy
Located on Sweden’s west coast, an hour north of Gothenburg, HallbergRassy is one of the sailing world’s most recognised and respected brands.
Sir Ben Ainslie and the flight path to success
What makes Sir Ben Ainslie and the AC challenger Ineos Britannia team tick? I found out on a visit to the team base in Barcelona
Paul Strzelecki | Developing the right business culture
”Such times require blood, sweat and laser focus,” writes Strzlecki. “Developing the right culture is a critical way a business can turn challenges into opportunities.”
German water sports associations complete merger to form VMWD
The new body unites around 700 companies across the maritime leisure sector, with Henning Mittelmann elected as its first president.
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at Aquila, Highfield, MarineMax and more
Vetus appoints new branch manager to lead operations in France
Hugo Ferlay will provide local expertise and support for boaters and marine professionals
Executive change at Brownell
Matt Duggan appointed VP of sales and business development for US yard equipment manufacturer
Former Beneteau exec appointed CEO at Highfield Boats
Leadership changes position the RIB builder for its next growth phase
New Quick Group CEO
Stefano Lenarduzzi will guide the company through growth and expansion
Appointment at Aquila
Sergio Loiacono named EMEA regional sales director for power catamaran builder
MarineMax names new VP of business solutions
Amanda Ward takes on expanded leadership position
Sasga Yachts reorganises communications department
Andrés Orts Perez will oversee the Spanish yacht brand’s marketing activities
Myers Industries names new CFO
Samantha Rutty joins US plastics manufacturer on September 22 as executive vice president and chief financial officer
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