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The Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastTaking on the Ocean....a Media Superstar...Ocean Media - Hillary BuckmanHillary Buckman is the Founder and Managing Director of Ocean Media Australia - including Ocean and Sails magazine, Great Southern Route Superyacht Guide and the Ocean Club. There’s plenty of energy in this episode,  which Hillary and I recorded whilst enjoying a glass of Lallier Champagne on her stand at Sydney Boat Show. We have a great laugh together and even though I count Hillary as a friend I learned so much about her - so you will too. Hillary is a powerhouse in yachting media and is known for throwing lavish events which eve...2025-03-071h 15The Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastTaking on the Ocean....a Media Superstar...Ocean Media - Hillary BuckmanHillary Buckman is the Founder and Managing Director of Ocean Media Australia - including Ocean and Sails magazine, Great Southern Route Superyacht Guide and the Ocean Club. There’s plenty of energy in this episode,  which Hillary and I recorded whilst enjoying a glass of Lallier Champagne on her stand at Sydney Boat Show. We have a great laugh together and even though I count Hillary as a friend I learned so much about her - so you will too. Hillary is a powerhouse in yachting media and is known for throwing lavish events which eve...2025-03-071h 15The Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastA Rising Star in the Ocean of Eden - Edencraft Boat BuildersJosie Eastman was pulled into the boating industry by a family that believed she would bring a fresh and modern approach to it, and along with her strong organisational skills, business management training and team management abilities she hasn't looked back. Winning the Rising Star Award at the Raymarine Boat Builder Awards in Amsterdam in 2023 really put her Australian boat brand "Edencraft" on the world map which is her goal - to make Edencraft a world distributed brand. These strong and able to handle Australian conditions boats are based on an original hull design the story of which includes...2025-01-2547 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastA Rising Star in the Ocean of Eden - Edencraft Boat BuildersJosie Eastman was pulled into the boating industry by a family that believed she would bring a fresh and modern approach to it, and along with her strong organisational skills, business management training and team management abilities she hasn't looked back. Winning the Rising Star Award at the Raymarine Boat Builder Awards in Amsterdam in 2023 really put her Australian boat brand "Edencraft" on the world map which is her goal - to make Edencraft a world distributed brand. These strong and able to handle Australian conditions boats are based on an original hull design the story of which includes...2025-01-2547 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastChampagne and Boats - They both need a good CaptainWe've had a short break from publishing episodes at the end of 2024 but believe me we are coming back with a bang in 2025 - or should I say a POP of Champagne as my first guest for this years' series is the incredible Madame Natalie Vranken of Pommery Champagne. This strong, determined and vivacious woman lives and breathes Champagne but not in the way many might interpret but in a passion for creating the very best version of it for the rest of us to enjoy both in the Champagne itself but in the way we get to enjoy...2025-01-211h 06The Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastChampagne and Boats - They both need a good CaptainWe've had a short break from publishing episodes at the end of 2024 but believe me we are coming back with a bang in 2025 - or should I say a POP of Champagne as my first guest for this years' series is the incredible Madame Natalie Vranken of Pommery Champagne. This strong, determined and vivacious woman lives and breathes Champagne but not in the way many might interpret but in a passion for creating the very best version of it for the rest of us to enjoy both in the Champagne itself but in the way we get to enjoy...2025-01-211h 06The Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastExploring the world of boating through the lens of digital creator Ben TaylorIn this fireside chat (actually on a Rooftop in France in my casual look - had no idea Ben was going to video this, I suppise I should have guessed!), experienced media and digital creator Ben Taylor, shares how he manifested a career that was never on the list of possible jobs whilst at school.  He shares with me some of the concepts and his contribution to the marine industry and the pathway that he curated to establish Taylor Media.  Ben's mission is to be a reliable voice that informs, empowers and engages the industry internationally. His co...2024-09-2845 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastExploring the world of boating through the lens of digital creator Ben TaylorIn this fireside chat (actually on a Rooftop in France in my casual look - had no idea Ben was going to video this, I suppise I should have guessed!), experienced media and digital creator Ben Taylor, shares how he manifested a career that was never on the list of possible jobs whilst at school.  He shares with me some of the concepts and his contribution to the marine industry and the pathway that he curated to establish Taylor Media.  Ben's mission is to be a reliable voice that informs, empowers and engages the industry internationally. His co...2024-09-2845 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastPart 2: The Adventurous Tech Starter, Jasper Smith, turned designer of sustainable 'explorer vessels' Arksen Part 2Welcome back to Part 2 of my conversation with Jasper Smith.  If you haven't heard Part 1 - go back and listen and this episode will make so much more sense. 'Without a healthy ocean, we don't have healthy humans'.  That is the philosphy of today's guest, Jasper Smith, a design engineer who has previously build the worlds biggest online game play arena, is now applying his skill and passion to embed protective measures and experience to the sea state. I met up with Jasper Smith when I was last in the UK, and spoke with him ab...2024-08-1742 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastPart 2: The Adventurous Tech Starter, Jasper Smith, turned designer of sustainable 'explorer vessels' Arksen Part 2Welcome back to Part 2 of my conversation with Jasper Smith.  If you haven't heard Part 1 - go back and listen and this episode will make so much more sense. 'Without a healthy ocean, we don't have healthy humans'.  That is the philosphy of today's guest, Jasper Smith, a design engineer who has previously build the worlds biggest online game play arena, is now applying his skill and passion to embed protective measures and experience to the sea state. I met up with Jasper Smith when I was last in the UK, and spoke with him ab...2024-08-1742 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastFrom Anchors to Associations, Advisory and Awards, with Mike 'Stars Wars' JarvinIn today's episode, I am back in Sydney sitting down with Michael Jarvin, who has spent the last 40 years building, developing, representing, operating, upgrading and expanding marina's throughout the east coast of Australia.  At the helm of Advanced Marina Management, Mike, known to many by his sailing nickname Star Wars, has led the day-to-day management of and development of many marinas around Australia. With a passion for boating spanning a lifetime, Star Wars shares his expertise in the boardroom, providing advice and solutions to the Boating Industry Association, Government Agencies and on a range of A...2024-06-151h 19The Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastFrom Anchors to Associations, Advisory and Awards, with Mike 'Stars Wars' JarvinIn today's episode, I am back in Sydney sitting down with Michael Jarvin, who has spent the last 40 years building, developing, representing, operating, upgrading and expanding marina's throughout the east coast of Australia.  At the helm of Advanced Marina Management, Mike, known to many by his sailing nickname Star Wars, has led the day-to-day management of and development of many marinas around Australia. With a passion for boating spanning a lifetime, Star Wars shares his expertise in the boardroom, providing advice and solutions to the Boating Industry Association, Government Agencies and on a range of A...2024-06-151h 19The Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastBig boating conversations from the balcony of a French Terrace with Anne DunbarWelcome back to The Boat Princess podcast and today I am coming to you from the other side of the world at the ICOMIA Congress in La Rochelle, France.  In this episode I am having the big boating conversations with Anne Dunbar, the Executive Director of IBEX, International Boat Builders Exhibition and Conference, which serves the North American market.  As Covid took over the world, Anne was faced with cancelling live shows and exhibitions and and a workforce crisis. She became instrumental in the road to recovery, leading IBEX, alongside other leadership teams from IFBSO (who have just celebrated 60 ye...2024-05-3150 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastBig boating conversations from the balcony of a French Terrace with Anne DunbarWelcome back to The Boat Princess podcast and today I am coming to you from the other side of the world at the ICOMIA Congress in La Rochelle, France.  In this episode I am having the big boating conversations with Anne Dunbar, the Executive Director of IBEX, International Boat Builders Exhibition and Conference, which serves the North American market.  As Covid took over the world, Anne was faced with cancelling live shows and exhibitions and and a workforce crisis. She became instrumental in the road to recovery, leading IBEX, alongside other leadership teams from IFBSO (who have just celebrated 60 ye...2024-05-3150 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastSitting on the dock of the bay with Jeff Wasil talking all things gaseous emissions, bioassay analysis, life-cycle emissions and alternative fuelsJeff Wasil is the Director of the National Marine Manufactures Association (NMMA) and I caught up with him at the recent Miami Boat Show.  Not only is he responsible for environment, health, and safety at the NMMA he also leads global marine regulatory development and is a key member of marine industry technical projects. With over 20 years of experience in emissions compliance, he was the perfect guest to follow ICOMIA President Darren Vaux's podcast where over two episode he shared the findings and learnings that Jeff goes deep and wide about in this episode. Jeff s...2024-04-1148 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastSitting on the dock of the bay with Jeff Wasil talking all things gaseous emissions, bioassay analysis, life-cycle emissions and alternative fuelsJeff Wasil is the Director of the National Marine Manufactures Association (NMMA) and I caught up with him at the recent Miami Boat Show.  Not only is he responsible for environment, health, and safety at the NMMA he also leads global marine regulatory development and is a key member of marine industry technical projects. With over 20 years of experience in emissions compliance, he was the perfect guest to follow ICOMIA President Darren Vaux's podcast where over two episode he shared the findings and learnings that Jeff goes deep and wide about in this episode. Jeff s...2024-04-1148 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastFinding a pathway to Decarbonisation for the Recreational Marine Industry with Darren Vaux Part 2And we are back with Part 2 of my conversation with Darren Vaux, President of ICOMIA where he continues to unpack the research undertaken by Ricardo plc, a leading global engineering consulting firm, into the pathways to decarbonisation for the recreational marine industry.  This project outlines the objective measures of contributory impacts and sustainability.  Since 1966, the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) has helped move the boating community forward, advancing cutting-edge innovations and mobilising the industry to create a better boating experience. Our love for boating is fundamentally reliant on a healthy and sustainable marine environment, an...2024-04-1036 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastFinding a pathway to Decarbonisation for the Recreational Marine Industry with Darren Vaux Part 2And we are back with Part 2 of my conversation with Darren Vaux, President of ICOMIA where he continues to unpack the research undertaken by Ricardo plc, a leading global engineering consulting firm, into the pathways to decarbonisation for the recreational marine industry.  This project outlines the objective measures of contributory impacts and sustainability.  Since 1966, the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) has helped move the boating community forward, advancing cutting-edge innovations and mobilising the industry to create a better boating experience. Our love for boating is fundamentally reliant on a healthy and sustainable marine environment, an...2024-04-1036 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastDSNM taking Super Yachts from A to B in the digital world of navigationIn this episode I chat with DSNM's Chief Operating Officer, Alicia Store, a woman in boating who started her journey with Sunseeker at the age of 20, before meeting her husband, Dave who was building his navigation for Super Yacht business.  16 years later they have grown DSNM Ltd to 25 staff and 524 clients.  The key service offered is the one-to-one yacht management that helps to explain Alicia's passion for their business, how she develops a productive and committed workforce and implements time management with family - checking herself after 'Whatsapping on her way to giving birth to her son.' ...2023-12-2955 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastTop Tips for Boating 2023Here are your tope 10 tips for boating! As we are well and truly into our Australian summer, these pointers are a reminder of some things to consider whether you are out on the water for the day or a week. 1. The Weather 2. Check the water ways 3. Safety Equipment 4. Supplies + extra for emergency 5. Light Up 6. Be Alert to other Boaters 7. Mooring Etiquette 8. Slow Down your Speed and Wake Zones 9. Alcohol and Drug Consumption 10. Impact of the Blue Mind2023-12-1618 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastMichelle Hildyard shares insights when sailing blind in all kinds of weather and conditions.Today Michelle Hildyard, shares how her love of boating from a young age led to a career and partner in the boating industry.  With boats exploring all available electronic opportunities to make boating safer and sustainable. Michelle and I discuss industry trends and the future of mapping, screens and sonar in boating.  Hang out for that second half were she tells me how AI is helping boats get in and out of their berth.  Again I invite you to join the podcast as my guest, just send me an email info@theboatprincess.com or DM on...2023-11-2550 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastSharing sailing stories from The Arc by Melanie SymesIn this conversation I chat with Melanie Symes, from Innova Marina, who brings twenty-five years’ of experience in the nautical industry, working at a local and international level to encourage collaborative and responsible practices. Melanie is skilled in copywriting, translation, marketing, event organisation and CSR, and just happens to be the secretary general for TransEurope Marinas. Her commitment goes above and beyond to a number of related associations. As we dive deep into this part of the marine world, Melanie shares how she helps to promote marine destinations and develop authentic brands that strengthen and su...2023-11-0455 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastOlympic Sailor Shirley Robertson on the shores of Portugal 2023WOW this one just blows me away. In this episode I am sitting down with Olympic Sailor Shirley Robertson where she shares her pathway into competition, motherhood and Olympic history.  As a fellow podcaster, and public speaker, her career in media saw Shirley become one of the sport’s pre-eminent television journalists. With gripping stories of drive, ambition and sporting success she has a repertoire of inspirational content that both engages and entertains the live audience, across a wide spectrum of events. Shirley made this recording easy and openly tells me about the highs and low...2023-09-2358 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastOlympic Sailor Shirley Robertson on the shores of Portugal 2023WOW this one just blows me away. In this episode I am sitting down with Olympic Sailor Shirley Robertson where she shares her pathway into competition, motherhood and Olympic history.  As a fellow podcaster, and public speaker, her career in media saw Shirley become one of the sport’s pre-eminent television journalists. With gripping stories of drive, ambition and sporting success she has a repertoire of inspirational content that both engages and entertains the live audience, across a wide spectrum of events. Shirley made this recording easy and openly tells me about the highs and low...2023-09-2358 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastA world class innovator, a genuine leader in the Marine Industry - John HoganIn this episode I'm swapping stories with John Hogan, CEO at Superior Jetties and a Board Member of the Marina Industries Association. For 30 years Superior has been providing high quality flotation and industrial products to a variety of industries throughout Australia and internationally, and it's not surprising that John ended up in the marine, considering his birth story. Known throughout the industry as an innovator, John has led his team to become the market leader for marine berthing applications including the Super Yacht Club Marina in South Port. Labelled a game changer for a world wide community. 2023-09-0955 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastInnovation meets the demand for preventative maintenance with the invention of HullbotSo this is for the boat techies, the social sailors and the able sea people who want to spend more time enjoying their boat, instead of cleaning it.  Today I am chatting with Lily and Tom from Hullbot, the innovative invention that uses robot technology to clean the hull of a boat, preventing the building up of barnacles and other erosive materials. We explore the original concepts of rebot tech for the marine industry, the applications and use by boat owners and boat share companies.  As a marine owner, I ask loads of questions about how this ca...2023-08-121h 30The Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastShe’s Back - Nona Pedersen is the CEO of YESSSS......marketing for the Boating and Yachting IndustryShe's Back!  Two years ago we spoke with Nona Pedersen at the International Sanctuary Cove Boat Show on the Gold Coast, and at the time she was the General Manager of PropSpeed. Now Nona is the Co-CEO of YESSSS...... Her experience and expertise has seen Nona move into the marketing space within the marine and boating industries.  YESSSSS is a solution focused service that that is the growth partner filling the gaps to get you to where you want to be by providing real action. Nona shares her passion for the in...2023-07-2955 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastLuxurious linen from Heirlooms is the lighthouse standard every yacht and superyacht, not to mention the Megayachts.We all know that the calm melodic sounds of water lapping combined with the gentle rocking of the ocean waves will ensure a good nights sleep, but I'm here (in England) to share with you the secret of getting a great nights rest in the boating world.  Heirlooms Linens is literally the Royal standard of bed and bath on boats. Having held the Royal Warrant for the late Queen since 2005 and now King Charles' Royal Warrant since 2012, means you'll find Heirloom Linen in Royal palaces and residences if you are ever invited to sleep over. T...2023-07-1544 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastFreedom Boat Club heads down underIn this episode I'm excited to speak with David Kurczewski, the General Manager Shared Services Asia-Pacific, at Freedom Boat Club with a special Australia First announcement.   Imagine taking the afternoon off and being able to step onto a boat at one of 5 new locations in Australia, enjoy the glassy waters and the afternoon sun before pulling back into the marina without another thought.  That is the freedom, The Freedom Boat Club provides across its'  Global Franchise Network that spans 385+ locations around the world. Enabling members to go boating wherever there is a club when travelling.  Spen...2023-06-1739 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastFreedom Boat Club heads down underIn this episode I'm excited to speak with David Kurczewski, the General Manager Shared Services Asia-Pacific, at Freedom Boat Club with a special Australia First announcement.   Imagine taking the afternoon off and being able to step onto a boat at one of 5 new locations in Australia, enjoy the glassy waters and the afternoon sun before pulling back into the marina without another thought.  That is the freedom, The Freedom Boat Club provides across its'  Global Franchise Network that spans 385+ locations around the world. Enabling members to go boating wherever there is a club when travelling.  Spen...2023-06-1739 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastFrom an obscure conversation emerged a successful career in chartering and events.In this episode I chat with the owner of Chapman Yachting, Debbie Leenderts. They are renowned for being the most revolutionary and customer-centric yacht hire agency Sydney has to offer. Luxury boats and super yachts are the vessel through which valuable relationships and personally-tailored experiences are created. Debbie shares how Chapman coordinates the handpicked luxury charter vessels to be readily available in Australia’s most popular destinations, including Sydney Harbour, Pittwater, The Whitsundays, Great Barrier Reef, Western Australia and the Kimberleys, to host spectacular parties, events and holidays for a line up of guests and customers.  T...2023-06-0359 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastConversations in car from the Factory Floor to Destination DubaiHello Boat Lovers! This is a special episode in the lead up to the International Boat Show at Sanctuary Cove.  Recently Darren and I were Hosted by Anthea and Richard Morris from Majesty Yachts at their factory in Dubai.  A bit of a round up followed by a conversations with many of the industry leaders in the world of boating.   It's fascinating to listen to and such an honour to have them contribute to what you'll hear to be a conversation you don't want to miss.  I'll be heading to the International Sanctuary Cove Boat Show...2023-05-2027 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastSetag is changing the hearts, minds and interiors of boating.In this episode I'm speaking with Chris Gates owner and director of Setag Yachts.  You'll hear his vision of boating in the future and his love of preserving, restoring and updating the interiors of boats all over the world.  I didn't want this conversation to end and was inspired by the process  which Chris uses to embed the ideas of his clients into the design of his refurbishments. www.setag.com is an innovative small family business that builds life long relationships with their clients that has turned into a community of boatlovers.  For m...2023-05-0652 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastOnboard the Superyachts of the world with MarcelaWelcome to another episode of The Boat Princess Podcast, live from Dubai. We are sitting on a beautiful terrace overlooking the beautiful city. Today I am with Marcela de Kern Royer who established her business, Onboard, in the Principality of Monaco in 2015 which operates as a highly specialised company in a truly niche sector offering unrivalled expertise when it comes to business strategy, marketing and brand management in the Superyacht world. Marcela shares her insights and how she created an understanding of the world in business and boating.  From closing deals to dinner dates with t...2023-04-2246 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastOnboard the Superyachts of the world with MarcelaWelcome to another episode of The Boat Princess Podcast, live from Dubai. We are sitting on a beautiful terrace overlooking the beautiful city. Today I am with Marcela de Kern Royer who established her business, Onboard, in the Principality of Monaco in 2015 which operates as a highly specialised company in a truly niche sector offering unrivalled expertise when it comes to business strategy, marketing and brand management in the Superyacht world. Marcela shares her insights and how she created an understanding of the world in business and boating.  From closing deals to dinner dates with t...2023-04-2246 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastSteering the Boating Industry in a Different Direction with Unique DesignsAfter finding her love of design at the tender age of 7, Sarah declared to her parents she wanted to be an interior 'disaster' instead of a 'designer'. The mid 90's had her obsessed with the TV Changing Rooms and the excitement of a revealing a new and designer space. And now with her art and design diploma from University and a degree from the School of Art in Textile and Design, her attention was hijacked by Boats. Sarah now works at Setag, with a full life and travel under her belt, she thrives in a team environment...2023-03-2545 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastMarketing, Magazines and Making Waves in Boating with SophiaHi guys, I'm back in London and bringing you another round of interviews from our international guests from the Boating World. In this episode I speak with the wildly talented Sophia Wilson, Digital Content Editor of Boat International, The global authority in superyachting. Sophia shares her journey, challenges and achievements. As a journalist with no boating experience to leading a team that produces at least 8 pieces of content a day including a daily newsletter.  Sophia has grown to love and live the boating world life and dives deep into the daily grind of w...2023-03-1101 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastMonika Lemajic wore the hard hat in a boat yard, but has a soft side in the board roomIn this episode I speak with Monika Lemajic who has had an incredible career in the marine industry, and at 36 is now managing over 9000 marine assets with her role in Transport NSW. From this conversation you will gain the insight of an empowered woman, dedicated not only to ensuring women are treated equally but they are supported to find their passion and build on their strengths. Monika has an extraordinary attitude about being present, getting the job done right and with efficiency which leaves no room for her people to feel undervalued or unappreciated.  2023-02-2401 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastCantiere Delle Marche explores the seven seas with meFrom a single idea, the vision of Paul Miletta started on the crest of the Global Crisis Crash in 2008, and he has rode the alternating waves of change and challenge ever since.  In this episode we discuss pretty much everything, getting to the heart of his passion for finding the best yacht for the every sea.  Since 2015, the CdM shipyard is the world’s leading builder of explorer yachts. The facilities cover an overall surface of 16˙000 square meters, including 7˙000 sq m of workshops and 1˙000 sq m of docks. They are a group bound together by their love for the...2023-02-111h 20The Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastCantiere Delle Marche explores the seven seas with meFrom a single idea, the vision of Paul Miletta started on the crest of the Global Crisis Crash in 2008, and he has rode the alternating waves of change and challenge ever since.  In this episode we discuss pretty much everything, getting to the heart of his passion for finding the best yacht for the every sea.  Since 2015, the CdM shipyard is the world’s leading builder of explorer yachts. The facilities cover an overall surface of 16˙000 square meters, including 7˙000 sq m of workshops and 1˙000 sq m of docks. They are a group bound together by their love for the...2023-02-111h 20The Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe waves of change just keep coming with Nicole WATTS from Maritime NSWI'm going to preface this episode with a warning: This woman is unstoppable and together with her team and tenacity have brought you the changes and customer experiences that NSW has seen in government over the last few years.  Nicole Watts, Director of NSW Maritime, has her feet firmly in the waters, looking to the future of our shoreline. With her extensive career in leadership and change management, a young family and charisma, you can't help but be inspired.  Nicole thrives on getting it better, not just right. She has overseen the customer service journey at...2023-01-271h 03The Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe waves of change just keep coming with Nicole WATTS from Maritime NSWI'm going to preface this episode with a warning: This woman is unstoppable and together with her team and tenacity have brought you the changes and customer experiences that NSW has seen in government over the last few years.  Nicole Watts, Director of NSW Maritime, has her feet firmly in the waters, looking to the future of our shoreline. With her extensive career in leadership and change management, a young family and charisma, you can't help but be inspired.  Nicole thrives on getting it better, not just right. She has overseen the customer service journey at...2023-01-271h 03The Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastIt’s going to be smooth sailing in 2023 for this Boat PrincessI'm heading straight into the headwinds this year with a plan to bring you the stories and pathways into the Marine and Boating Industry.  This is a quick summary of what you can expect to hear and see across the platforms including the events, people and places where I would love to catch up with you. If you are interested in being a guest on The Boat Princess this season, please head to the website or touch base through instagram. To all my amazing supporters, thank you - I can't do this without y...2023-01-2722 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastIt’s going to be smooth sailing in 2023 for this Boat PrincessI'm heading straight into the headwinds this year with a plan to bring you the stories and pathways into the Marine and Boating Industry.  This is a quick summary of what you can expect to hear and see across the platforms including the events, people and places where I would love to catch up with you. If you are interested in being a guest on The Boat Princess this season, please head to the website or touch base through instagram. To all my amazing supporters, thank you - I can't do this without y...2023-01-2722 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastDesigning a life by the sea with Charlotte from Princess YachtsIn this episode I spontaneously chat with Charlotte Jones, the Princess Yachts Marketing Coordinator.  With her youth full of memories by the sea and artistic creativity, Charlotte's love of the ocean has given her a blank canvas to build a career in illustration and graphic design.  As an intricate member of the communications team, Charlotte is from a generation that has never known the world without the internet and insight into how this cohort connect using the internet is valuable to those from a different era.  Social media continues to be a great medium for Pri...2022-12-1026 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastDesigning a life by the sea with Charlotte from Princess YachtsIn this episode I spontaneously chat with Charlotte Jones, the Princess Yachts Marketing Coordinator.  With her youth full of memories by the sea and artistic creativity, Charlotte's love of the ocean has given her a blank canvas to build a career in illustration and graphic design.  As an intricate member of the communications team, Charlotte is from a generation that has never known the world without the internet and insight into how this cohort connect using the internet is valuable to those from a different era.  Social media continues to be a great medium for Pri...2022-12-1026 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastWhere it all began, A conversation with my DadMy dad and I had some amazing adventures messing around on boats when I was young.  Today I sit down with him and chat about the fond and remarkable events of my childhood that shaped my love of boating.  As an architect he was clever and creative, as my dad he was kind and cheeky.  He taught me to be the captain of my own ship, instilling in me responsibility and resilience.  From small boats around an island to whale watching adventures up north, Dad shares his recollections of the holidays and weekly race meet ups...2022-11-2659 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastWhere it all began, A conversation with my DadMy dad and I had some amazing adventures messing around on boats when I was young.  Today I sit down with him and chat about the fond and remarkable events of my childhood that shaped my love of boating.  As an architect he was clever and creative, as my dad he was kind and cheeky.  He taught me to be the captain of my own ship, instilling in me responsibility and resilience.  From small boats around an island to whale watching adventures up north, Dad shares his recollections of the holidays and weekly race meet ups...2022-11-2659 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastAndrea Francolini captures the beauty of the seas and his subjects in one shotA long time in the making, this conversation with Andrea Francolini compelled me back to time spent in Italy and I am grateful for our time together.  Andrea is a well known and revered artist, using his photographic skills to capture the essence of whatever his subject matter is.  Literally falling into photography (a great story he shares in this episode), Andrea has gone onto make a difference to the lives of young children in Pakistan by raising money to fund their education.  He also shares some of the amazing stories of the images you see...2022-11-1155 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastAndrea Francolini captures the beauty of the seas and his subjects in one shotA long time in the making, this conversation with Andrea Francolini compelled me back to time spent in Italy and I am grateful for our time together.  Andrea is a well known and revered artist, using his photographic skills to capture the essence of whatever his subject matter is.  Literally falling into photography (a great story he shares in this episode), Andrea has gone onto make a difference to the lives of young children in Pakistan by raising money to fund their education.  He also shares some of the amazing stories of the images you see...2022-11-1155 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Catamaran is a hull-of-lot of Boat with Mark Elkington CEO of Iliad CatamaransWith two hulls, catamarans provide a volume like no other.  Today I'm speaking with Mark Elkington, CEO of Iliad Catamarans who manufacture and sell in a competitive market of boating. Long Range, Robust and Customisable. Catamarans give you the flexibility to create the onboard lifestyle you are looking for. A blank canvas  that is only restricted by your imagination. Mark shares his history and the journey of his passion for boating with me and the stories that make his life so interesting.  From cyclones to lazy days on the Whitsunday Islands.....thi...2022-10-2943 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Catamaran is a hull-of-lot of Boat with Mark Elkington CEO of Iliad CatamaransWith two hulls, catamarans provide a volume like no other.  Today I'm speaking with Mark Elkington, CEO of Iliad Catamarans who manufacture and sell in a competitive market of boating. Long Range, Robust and Customisable. Catamarans give you the flexibility to create the onboard lifestyle you are looking for. A blank canvas  that is only restricted by your imagination. Mark shares his history and the journey of his passion for boating with me and the stories that make his life so interesting.  From cyclones to lazy days on the Whitsunday Islands.....thi...2022-10-2943 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess Update and Interview with one of our younger boating crew - ChloeIn this episode I give you an update on all things The Boat Princess, a brand that started 2 years with the intention to create awareness about the career pathways and roles in this multi sector industry.  We've interviewed a number of women and men about the opportunities that exist and some new ones that have been created to accommodate the advancement in technology.  Today I also interview young Chloe, a young 12 year old with a dream of designing boats and a big Below Deck fan. Chloe is from one of our families that berth their bo...2022-10-1528 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess Update and Interview with one of our younger boating crew - ChloeIn this episode I give you an update on all things The Boat Princess, a brand that started 2 years with the intention to create awareness about the career pathways and roles in this multi sector industry.  We've interviewed a number of women and men about the opportunities that exist and some new ones that have been created to accommodate the advancement in technology.  Today I also interview young Chloe, a young 12 year old with a dream of designing boats and a big Below Deck fan. Chloe is from one of our families that berth their bo...2022-10-1528 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastAndy and Pete : Princess Yacht Design that delivers forward thinking details with a differenceSo for this episode I again come to you from the UK, a trip that just keeps on giving and this interview is no different. I caught up with Andy and Pete who design the Princess Yachts, turning the blank canvas of the hull into a awe inspiring jaw dropping space that ensures every Princess Yacht owner is beyond happy. Andy Lawrence, the Director of Design, shares his journey into Princess Yachts from Jaguar and Pete Cullum-Kenyon, Principle Creative Designer, also explains how years spent designing the interiors of luxury brand vehicles, and then followed his addiction...2022-10-0152 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastAndy and Pete : Princess Yacht Design that delivers forward thinking details with a differenceSo for this episode I again come to you from the UK, a trip that just keeps on giving and this interview is no different. I caught up with Andy and Pete who design the Princess Yachts, turning the blank canvas of the hull into a awe inspiring jaw dropping space that ensures every Princess Yacht owner is beyond happy. Andy Lawrence, the Director of Design, shares his journey into Princess Yachts from Jaguar and Pete Cullum-Kenyon, Principle Creative Designer, also explains how years spent designing the interiors of luxury brand vehicles, and then followed his addiction...2022-10-0152 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastWomen Can Be What They Can SeaSo in this episode I'm coming to you from Princess Yachts in Plymouth where I was fortunate to spend time with many amazing people from the boating world.  Today I'm sharing stories with Hayley Spencer Manufacturing Engineer, and Tia Lawton Junior HR Business Partner at Princess Yachts. Both women share their pathway through apprenticeship into the industry traditionally occupied, and over represented, by men. While Hayley spends much of her time in an engine room building the power house of the yachts, Tia has firmly found her passion in managing the people and in leadership.  Be...2022-09-1734 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastWomen Can Be What They Can SeaSo in this episode I'm coming to you from Princess Yachts in Plymouth where I was fortunate to spend time with many amazing people from the boating world.  Today I'm sharing stories with Hayley Spencer Manufacturing Engineer, and Tia Lawton Junior HR Business Partner at Princess Yachts. Both women share their pathway through apprenticeship into the industry traditionally occupied, and over represented, by men. While Hayley spends much of her time in an engine room building the power house of the yachts, Tia has firmly found her passion in managing the people and in leadership.  Be...2022-09-1734 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastSetag is rebuilding the Super Yacht world from the inside out with Ellie GatesSetag is a yacht refurbishment business built on the knowledge collected over years of industry experience.  Ellie Gates who is the daughter of the Setag Founder, Chris Gates, is my guest on this episode and it's a whole lot of fun. Proudly following in her father’s footsteps, Ellie has a love for the marine industry, having worked for Princess Yachts in their Marketing department for three years whilst completing their 12-month graduate training program. Immersing herself in the world of luxury brands, she worked on projects outside of Princess Yachts for LVMH and Automobili Lam...2022-09-0338 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastSetag is rebuilding the Super Yacht world from the inside out with Ellie GatesSetag is a yacht refurbishment business built on the knowledge collected over years of industry experience.  Ellie Gates who is the daughter of the Setag Founder, Chris Gates, is my guest on this episode and it's a whole lot of fun. Proudly following in her father’s footsteps, Ellie has a love for the marine industry, having worked for Princess Yachts in their Marketing department for three years whilst completing their 12-month graduate training program. Immersing herself in the world of luxury brands, she worked on projects outside of Princess Yachts for LVMH and Automobili Lam...2022-09-0338 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastBuilding Boats with Bill Barrow from Princess YachtsThis is another incredible conversation from my UK trip where I was treated to a tour of the Princess Yachts International factory.  I caught up with Bill Barrow, who is the international sales manager of Princess Yachts and he shares how he started sailing at 6 years old with his mother and building boats when he was just 8 years old.  As we reflected on his years in the boating industry, Bill talks about his education in marine studies, experiences in production boat building and service industry. From owning his own marine service business to hi...2022-07-2338 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastBuilding Boats with Bill Barrow from Princess YachtsThis is another incredible conversation from my UK trip where I was treated to a tour of the Princess Yachts International factory.  I caught up with Bill Barrow, who is the international sales manager of Princess Yachts and he shares how he started sailing at 6 years old with his mother and building boats when he was just 8 years old.  As we reflected on his years in the boating industry, Bill talks about his education in marine studies, experiences in production boat building and service industry. From owning his own marine service business to hi...2022-07-2338 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastPrincess at home in Plymouth with Alison Thompson from Princess YachtsIn this episode I travelled to Plymouth for a VIP tour of Princess Yachts, where I spoke to Alison Thompson, the Head of Learning and Development.  Alison has such a deep passion in developing the skills and supporting the career paths of those people responsible for building Princess Yachts, and she shares it with me in this episode.  Princess Yachts is a family business with a proud history of quality marine vessels and talented staff.  Alison, a mother of three, has taken on the challenges life dishes up and combined her love of learning and the Boating Ind...2022-07-0937 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastPrincess at home in Plymouth with Alison Thompson from Princess YachtsIn this episode I travelled to Plymouth for a VIP tour of Princess Yachts, where I spoke to Alison Thompson, the Head of Learning and Development.  Alison has such a deep passion in developing the skills and supporting the career paths of those people responsible for building Princess Yachts, and she shares it with me in this episode.  Princess Yachts is a family business with a proud history of quality marine vessels and talented staff.  Alison, a mother of three, has taken on the challenges life dishes up and combined her love of learning and the Boating Ind...2022-07-0937 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Great ’Ocean’ AlexanderIn this interview we come to you live from the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show on the Gold Coast, May 2022.  A fabulous opportunity to catch up with old friends and check out the newest boats and marine innovations.  Today's interview is with Dan Mundy, the Head of Global Operations of Ocean Alexander, the worlds leading Super Yacht Manufacturer.  Dan has spent his life in, on and around boats and shares his love for the industry. I have to confess I am a lover of this brand, not just because of their timeless designs and innovative features, but because of...2022-06-2527 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Great ’Ocean’ AlexanderIn this interview we come to you live from the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show on the Gold Coast, May 2022.  A fabulous opportunity to catch up with old friends and check out the newest boats and marine innovations.  Today's interview is with Dan Mundy, the Head of Global Operations of Ocean Alexander, the worlds leading Super Yacht Manufacturer.  Dan has spent his life in, on and around boats and shares his love for the industry. I have to confess I am a lover of this brand, not just because of their timeless designs and innovative features, but because of...2022-06-2527 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastAlisha King is not just changing the tide, she is creating it!Thank you so much! The Boat Princess Podcast has recently celebrated it's first bithday and this is our 26th Episode. We couldn't have done it without you. So in this episode I sit down with Alisha King, a power house of a woman who after a career in the NZ Navy, changed direction to become the head chef on some of the world's biggest and best superyachts. After years of sailing around the world - Alisha saw the hole in the bottom of the boating industry and has plugged it with the creation of Tidal Yachting. 2022-06-0449 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastAlisha King is not just changing the tide, she is creating it!Thank you so much! The Boat Princess Podcast has recently celebrated it's first bithday and this is our 26th Episode. We couldn't have done it without you. So in this episode I sit down with Alisha King, a power house of a woman who after a career in the NZ Navy, changed direction to become the head chef on some of the world's biggest and best superyachts. After years of sailing around the world - Alisha saw the hole in the bottom of the boating industry and has plugged it with the creation of Tidal Yachting. 2022-06-0449 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastHalf way around the world with World Class Sail GP Guest Chaser and Photographer Jason LudlowThis episode was a spontaneous one that turned out to be awesome! My good friend Jason Ludlow met up with Darren and I at a pub on a recent trip to the UK.   He shares his current role with Sail GP as a host and commentator for those guests who want the up close experience of the best sailing events around the world.  Racing around a 1 kilometre course requires high levels of skill in sailing and Jason candidly shares the sportsmenship of this competitive environment.  We just loved catching up with Jason and talked all thi...2022-04-2330 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastHalf way around the world with World Class Sail GP Guest Chaser and Photographer Jason LudlowThis episode was a spontaneous one that turned out to be awesome! My good friend Jason Ludlow met up with Darren and I at a pub on a recent trip to the UK.   He shares his current role with Sail GP as a host and commentator for those guests who want the up close experience of the best sailing events around the world.  Racing around a 1 kilometre course requires high levels of skill in sailing and Jason candidly shares the sportsmenship of this competitive environment.  We just loved catching up with Jason and talked all thi...2022-04-2330 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastSara set her sights on being Strong and Successful regardless of stereotypesSara Anghel, was at the time of this interview the first female President of ICOMIA (in it's 55 year history) the global marine association. During our recent trip to the UK I sat down with her to chat at the Royal Thames Yacht Club, London, England, about her journey and the opportunities she has had in the marine industry.  ICOMIA - is the international trade association representing the global marine industry since 1966. It brings together national marine industry associations in one global organisation and represents them at an international level, presenting a strong and united voice w...2022-04-0926 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastSara set her sights on being Strong and Successful regardless of stereotypesSara Anghel, was at the time of this interview the first female President of ICOMIA (in it's 55 year history) the global marine association. During our recent trip to the UK I sat down with her to chat at the Royal Thames Yacht Club, London, England, about her journey and the opportunities she has had in the marine industry.  ICOMIA - is the international trade association representing the global marine industry since 1966. It brings together national marine industry associations in one global organisation and represents them at an international level, presenting a strong and united voice w...2022-04-0926 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastAustralian Super Yacht Soiree 26 February 2022This is a bit of different episode we just know you are going to love. On the 26 February, Australian Super Yacht held its annual soiree. An amazing event where 10 super yachts docked at Jones Bay Wharf to host an evening of lux and laughter.   We spent the afternoon checking out the features of the yachts before attending the Soiree with 250 guests. In this episode you'll hear from interviews and the stuff that goes on behind the scenes.  1. First interview is with Pheobe from Quantum 2. Second Interview is with Georgie fro...2022-03-2528 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastAustralian Super Yacht Soiree 26 February 2022This is a bit of different episode we just know you are going to love. On the 26 February, Australian Super Yacht held its annual soiree. An amazing event where 10 super yachts docked at Jones Bay Wharf to host an evening of lux and laughter.   We spent the afternoon checking out the features of the yachts before attending the Soiree with 250 guests. In this episode you'll hear from interviews and the stuff that goes on behind the scenes.  1. First interview is with Pheobe from Quantum 2. Second Interview is with Georgie fro...2022-03-2528 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastCellar By Sea takes innovation to a whole new sea levelIn this episode I speak with the innovative and persistent Mel Moss.  The owner of Cellar by Sea spent 8 months on a never before application to the Liquor and Gaming Agency seeking Australia's first same day alcohol delivery, on water service, to boats and jetty's.  Cellar By Sea operated at the time form PITTWATER BAYVIEW TO PALM BEACH Offering Beer, Bubble and Wine or Spirits, Cocktails and Seafood, the concept ensure's boatie's can extend their stay until the end of the day.  Mel has taken her idea to the boating community and created a m...2022-03-1451 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastCellar By Sea takes innovation to a whole new sea levelIn this episode I speak with the innovative and persistent Mel Moss.  The owner of Cellar by Sea spent 8 months on a never before application to the Liquor and Gaming Agency seeking Australia's first same day alcohol delivery, on water service, to boats and jetty's.  Cellar By Sea operated at the time form PITTWATER BAYVIEW TO PALM BEACH Offering Beer, Bubble and Wine or Spirits, Cocktails and Seafood, the concept ensure's boatie's can extend their stay until the end of the day.  Mel has taken her idea to the boating community and created a m...2022-03-1451 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastBig Boats and Bigger Parties With Super Yacht AustraliaChristine Roberts is a well known woman in boating. Sponsorships and Membership Manager for AIMEX, Super Yacht Australia and Australian Commercial Marine Group. She has a primary focus on retaining and growing the memberships of these three groups and the events and conferences around Australia.  From training courses for the industry, marinas and yacht club education as well as insurance, providore and clothing companies, members are connected. Christine shares her love of boats, the water and the transition throughout her career in and around the boating industry.  https://www.superyacht-australia.com/...2022-02-2123 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastBig Boats and Bigger Parties With Super Yacht AustraliaChristine Roberts is a well known woman in boating. Sponsorships and Membership Manager for AIMEX, Super Yacht Australia and Australian Commercial Marine Group. She has a primary focus on retaining and growing the memberships of these three groups and the events and conferences around Australia.  From training courses for the industry, marinas and yacht club education as well as insurance, providore and clothing companies, members are connected. Christine shares her love of boats, the water and the transition throughout her career in and around the boating industry.  https://www.superyacht-australia.com/...2022-02-2123 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastSuper Yacht Australia CEO and the Soiree of the Year 2022So in this episode I sat down for a chat with Super Yacht CEO David Good.  He is also the CEO of AIMEX, the Australian International Marine Export Group who represents the Australian Made banner of marine exports.  Superyacht Australia have been instrumental in lobbying government to change the restrictive import rules on Superyachts to Australia. "The average length of stay for a Super Yacht used to be 40 days, now we are hoping to entice the owners, crews and passengers to stay for up to 200 - 365 years a year given the vast Australian marine availability" says David. ...2022-02-2142 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastSuper Yacht Australia CEO and the Soiree of the Year 2022So in this episode I sat down for a chat with Super Yacht CEO David Good.  He is also the CEO of AIMEX, the Australian International Marine Export Group who represents the Australian Made banner of marine exports.  Superyacht Australia have been instrumental in lobbying government to change the restrictive import rules on Superyachts to Australia. "The average length of stay for a Super Yacht used to be 40 days, now we are hoping to entice the owners, crews and passengers to stay for up to 200 - 365 years a year given the vast Australian marine availability" says David. ...2022-02-2142 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastA Lifetime of Adventures on the High SeasThis is a very special episode introducing John Lawler, our Marina Manager of 17 years. He not only shares his life long adventures and passion for boating but opens up about the choices he made as a young boy that influenced his career. From the small sail boats to racing in the Sydney to Hobart, John is our very own library of all things boating and is the friendly and welcoming persona you'll find in our front office! We also discuss the start of my career in boating - I only joined this industry some 10 years...2022-01-0856 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastA Lifetime of Adventures on the High SeasThis is a very special episode introducing John Lawler, our Marina Manager of 17 years. He not only shares his life long adventures and passion for boating but opens up about the choices he made as a young boy that influenced his career. From the small sail boats to racing in the Sydney to Hobart, John is our very own library of all things boating and is the friendly and welcoming persona you'll find in our front office! We also discuss the start of my career in boating - I only joined this industry some 10 years...2022-01-0856 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastStyle on the high seas with Duncan CurnowIn this episode I am speaking to the incredible force that is Duncan Curnow, owner and partner of Ross and Whitcroft and Quality Marine Clothing. We chat candidly about building niche brands within the Marine Industry and the challenges of creating the clothing that withstands the weather conditions, demands of racing and marine workplaces.  Listen as he shares how he grew the one stop shop that is now distributed around the world in retail and online.  I always run into Duncan at the Boat Shows and we have a bit of laugh about the logistics an...2021-12-1741 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastStyle on the high seas with Duncan CurnowIn this episode I am speaking to the incredible force that is Duncan Curnow, owner and partner of Ross and Whitcroft and Quality Marine Clothing. We chat candidly about building niche brands within the Marine Industry and the challenges of creating the clothing that withstands the weather conditions, demands of racing and marine workplaces.  Listen as he shares how he grew the one stop shop that is now distributed around the world in retail and online.  I always run into Duncan at the Boat Shows and we have a bit of laugh about the logistics an...2021-12-1741 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe different ways to own a boatIn this episode I explore all the ways you can enjoy the benefits of boating and the different ways to own a boat. From Boat Club and Commercial Boat Share/Syndication to Private Boat Share and full private boat ownership. We also touch on chartering boats. I share the options available, advantages and limitations. From budgets, maintenance and availability, I share with you everything you should consider before deciding how you own a boat.  If you have any questions about this episode or would like to know more and t...2021-11-1928 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe different ways to own a boatIn this episode I explore all the ways you can enjoy the benefits of boating and the different ways to own a boat. From Boat Club and Commercial Boat Share/Syndication to Private Boat Share and full private boat ownership. We also touch on chartering boats. I share the options available, advantages and limitations. From budgets, maintenance and availability, I share with you everything you should consider before deciding how you own a boat.  If you have any questions about this episode or would like to know more and t...2021-11-1928 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastShe is a special member of our boating familyIn this episode I sat down with Michelle, our Office Manager at Empire Marina Bobbin Head.  I was excited because we actually got to chat in person (in our function room at Bobbin Head) about being the incredibly important person she is in our business.  Michelle is another guest on this podcast who 'fell into' the boating industry, starting 27 years ago and taking on the full time role so she could stay local and care for her young son, when the Marina was owned by the Halvorsen Family.  Michelle shared her lived history of the Mar...2021-11-0542 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastShe is a special member of our boating familyIn this episode I sat down with Michelle, our Office Manager at Empire Marina Bobbin Head.  I was excited because we actually got to chat in person (in our function room at Bobbin Head) about being the incredibly important person she is in our business.  Michelle is another guest on this podcast who 'fell into' the boating industry, starting 27 years ago and taking on the full time role so she could stay local and care for her young son, when the Marina was owned by the Halvorsen Family.  Michelle shared her lived history of the Mar...2021-11-0542 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastBrett - ‘I‘ve got the best job in the world, literally metres from the water‘s edge‘.In this episode I chat with our amazing tenant from Mako Marine,  Brett Tattersall. He is a boat painter, and passionate about the work he does and the lifestyle of boating.  Brett has loads of experience and currently operates his workshop at two marina's ensuring the hull of his clients boats are maintained.  Brett owns Sydney's leading professional marine boat painters and has over 20 years of hands on experience in the industry, which includes 7 years at McConaghyBoats where he was in charge of the painting department and in that time he painted Wild Oats, Alfa Romeo, Alfa Jr...2021-10-2243 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastBrett - ‘I‘ve got the best job in the world, literally metres from the water‘s edge‘.In this episode I chat with our amazing tenant from Mako Marine,  Brett Tattersall. He is a boat painter, and passionate about the work he does and the lifestyle of boating.  Brett has loads of experience and currently operates his workshop at two marina's ensuring the hull of his clients boats are maintained.  Brett owns Sydney's leading professional marine boat painters and has over 20 years of hands on experience in the industry, which includes 7 years at McConaghyBoats where he was in charge of the painting department and in that time he painted Wild Oats, Alfa Romeo, Alfa Jr...2021-10-2243 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastNona Pedersen talks barnacles, boat care and the Propspeed BrandFrom DIY to Professional marine tradies, antifouling, protection and maintenance protects underwater metals against corrosion and keeps them free from marine growth.   Today I’m speaking with Nona Pedersen, who is the General Manager of Propspeed: a revoluntionary and innovative product that has been preferred by boaties for over 21 years.  It literally is the gold standard of protection products for the saildrive and propeller.  The iconic glimmer of gold is recognisable and envied as boats are hauled from the water to undertake the annual antifouling process. This is the conversation that chips...2021-09-1124 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastNona Pedersen talks barnacles, boat care and the Propspeed BrandFrom DIY to Professional marine tradies, antifouling, protection and maintenance protects underwater metals against corrosion and keeps them free from marine growth.   Today I’m speaking with Nona Pedersen, who is the General Manager of Propspeed: a revoluntionary and innovative product that has been preferred by boaties for over 21 years.  It literally is the gold standard of protection products for the saildrive and propeller.  The iconic glimmer of gold is recognisable and envied as boats are hauled from the water to undertake the annual antifouling process. This is the conversation that chips...2021-09-1124 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess speaks with Alanta from Princess Yacht'sThis is the episode where Nicky speaks with marketing manager, Alanta from Princess Yachts, the Australian distributor and winner of the 2021 Marketing Awards.  Nicky has her own Princess Yacht and was graciously hosted by the Haynes family during the trip to The Sancturay Cove Boat Show.   When Alanta returned to Australia from her laptop lifestyle in Bali, she was a sought after and engaged as the events manager.  Her first time in the boating industry presents a variety of tasks, from taking Princess owners on a four day retreat throught the Whitsundays to building a membership package and...2021-08-1431 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess speaks with Alanta from Princess Yacht'sThis is the episode where Nicky speaks with marketing manager, Alanta from Princess Yachts, the Australian distributor and winner of the 2021 Marketing Awards.  Nicky has her own Princess Yacht and was graciously hosted by the Haynes family during the trip to The Sancturay Cove Boat Show.   When Alanta returned to Australia from her laptop lifestyle in Bali, she was a sought after and engaged as the events manager.  Her first time in the boating industry presents a variety of tasks, from taking Princess owners on a four day retreat throught the Whitsundays to building a membership package and...2021-08-1431 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastKay Cottee is something special, from humble to the Sailing Hall of FameWelcome Back to The Boat Princess Podcast. This is the second part of my interview with Kay Cottee and we are still chatting as we overlook the mighty Clarence River. We are drinking a nice cup of tea and picking at cheese cake by now and the conversation just got a bit deeper. We delve a little more into Kay as a person. How does she deal with her ADHD? What hobbies she enjoys and what did she do on her wedding day that made us truly belly laugh? From discussing how women should get...2021-07-3131 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastKay Cottee is something special, from humble to the Sailing Hall of FameWelcome Back to The Boat Princess Podcast. This is the second part of my interview with Kay Cottee and we are still chatting as we overlook the mighty Clarence River. We are drinking a nice cup of tea and picking at cheese cake by now and the conversation just got a bit deeper. We delve a little more into Kay as a person. How does she deal with her ADHD? What hobbies she enjoys and what did she do on her wedding day that made us truly belly laugh? From discussing how women should get...2021-07-3131 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Woman At The Helm of the Marina Industries Association : CEO, Suzanne DaviesToday I’m talking to Suzanne Davies, CEO of the Marina Industries Association. Suzanne has had a successful career spanning over 30 years in service industries, particularly hospitality and the marine sectors. In October 2020 Suzanne commenced as the CEO of the Marina Industries Association and I am excited about the changes she has already made to the direction of this important education and standards facilitator of the industry. Suzanne has spent nearly 15 years in senior management roles in the marina industry. For over 12 years, Suzanne was the General Manager of the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club, the state's la...2021-07-1623 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Woman At The Helm of the Marina Industries Association : CEO, Suzanne DaviesToday I’m talking to Suzanne Davies, CEO of the Marina Industries Association. Suzanne has had a successful career spanning over 30 years in service industries, particularly hospitality and the marine sectors. In October 2020 Suzanne commenced as the CEO of the Marina Industries Association and I am excited about the changes she has already made to the direction of this important education and standards facilitator of the industry. Suzanne has spent nearly 15 years in senior management roles in the marina industry. For over 12 years, Suzanne was the General Manager of the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club, the state's la...2021-07-1623 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess Podcast - Introducing Nicky VauxNicky Vaux shares her valuable experiences about Women in Boating. With a personal goal to engage more women in the Marine industry you'll come to love the Boat Princess as we do. This arena is not just a playground only to the rich and famous and she would like to invite you aboard to experience this luxurious lifestyle full of opportunity. Sign up for her Newsletter on www.theboatprincess.com and receive FREE digital subscription to Ocean Magazine until January 2022 and follow Nicky on her instagram @theboatprincess Click Here for the feature in Ocean Magazine2021-06-1802 minThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess PodcastThe Boat Princess Podcast - Introducing Nicky VauxNicky Vaux shares her valuable experiences about Women in Boating. With a personal goal to engage more women in the Marine industry you'll come to love the Boat Princess as we do. This arena is not just a playground only to the rich and famous and she would like to invite you aboard to experience this luxurious lifestyle full of opportunity. Sign up for her Newsletter on www.theboatprincess.com and receive FREE digital subscription to Ocean Magazine until January 2022 and follow Nicky on her instagram @theboatprincess Click Here for the feature in Ocean Magazine2021-06-1802 min