The Boat Princess Podcast

Freedom Boat Club heads down under

In 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.  Spend the day cruising and enjoy access to various types of boats and onboard training without the hassle of maintenance, berthing costs or cleaning. 

David shares with me his journey into the world of boating and his experiences that have continued to see The Freedom Boat Club grow, acquiring more boats every year to expand the options available to its' members. Freedom now has more than 5000 boats available to it’s members. What excites me most about bringing this brand to Australia is that in the US some 40% of members are female and I think the training provided on joining (including your boat licence if you need one here in Australia) and the fun events within the community are part of what attracts women to boating in this model. Given that’s what the Boat Princess is all about the alignment of this brand with ours makes massive sense. 

Follow our clubs on Instagram or Facebook at @fbcsydneynorth and @fbchunter, call us on 02 9457 2000 or email us on curious@freedomboatclub.com 

Or if you want to see more on a website you can visit, www.freedomboatclub.au
make sure you let them know The Boat Princess sent you so we can sort a special gift when you join :) x 

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From 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. 

This conversation is an intimate look at 'behind the scenes' events in the marine industry allowing guests and owners to enjoy their water crafts and the unique Australian water ways. 

Once again, I hope you enjoy this inspiring story of 'Women in Boating' as I share with you the endless opportunities that exist. 

You can find out more about Chapman Yachting from this link

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Conversations in car from the Factory Floor to Destination Dubai

Hello 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 for the Awards night and hosting a networking event thanks to Mulpha Events, Thursday 25th from 3.30-5.30pm.

www.theboatprincess.com/events $59.50 which includes Boat Show Entry.

 

Other references:

www.icomia.com

 

Setag 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 more information head to my website www.theboatprincess.com

 

Onboard the Superyachts of the world with Marcela

Welcome 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 the Dutch, knowing how to interpret the English Language: sarcasm, sugar coating and straight shooting, Marcela takes us on a deep dive into building relationships that really connect and benefit each other. 

She combines a passion for yachting with a strong international academic background, with past experience in asset management including Superyachts, she has gained excellent exposure to all facets of the industry, starting as a supplier and having experience in new build, refit, brokerage, and yacht management.

Wait until you hear about her grandfathers innovative adventures and you'll be left with no doubts as to why this lady is exactly where she is meant to be and thriving. From underwater lights to the Marinas of Monaco, a true citizen of the world, Marcela speaks six languages with Spanish as her mother tongue; English, Italian, French, German and Portuguese also.

For more information www.onboard.mc

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Steering the Boating Industry in a Different Direction with Unique Designs

After 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, creating and designing the beautiful interiors you see in the line. 

Sarah has a focus on sustainability - taking plastics collected from the oceans and plastics weaved into the furnishings, the design leaves clients with a feel good sense of contributing to the recycling of wastes and well as thrilling them in bringing their older boat back to life and up to date with modern design.

With modern day luxuries, clients can rely on Sarah to collaborate and create what they always wanted. 

www.setag.com

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Marketing, Magazines and Making Waves in Boating with Sophia

Hi 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 working in, on and around the water through to lavish superyacht events she is 'forced' to attend. 

Such insights as to the types of careers the World of Boating offers. You can start yours anytime just by visiting www.marinejobs.com.au

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Monika Lemajic wore the hard hat in a boat yard, but has a soft side in the board room

In 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. 

As the president of www.wista.com.au Monika is sharing her voice to inspire other women to believe in themselves.  From her start in naval architecture, her curiosity continues to lead her into roles that expand her knowledge and her network. 

This is the real conversation about women who face challenges in a male dominated industry, the experience of women, the importance of finding confidence to hold your own space and the role men play in making them feel safe and supported. 

For more information head to www.theboatprincess.com 

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Cantiere Delle Marche explores the seven seas with me

From 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 sea. They are a team of men and women capable of tackling the day-to-day challenges in an ever-changing sector.

Please enjoy this episode and let me know what you think in a review of our series on Apple or Spotify.  I love getting your DM's telling me what you think too!

See you on the water soon

Find out more about Paul

Cantiere delle Marche - Australia
Sydney Superyacht Marina

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The waves of change just keep coming with Nicole WATTS from Maritime NSW

I'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 Service NSW, spent a year with Apple Australia and travelled extensively on her days off from her roles at Qantas during the pandemic, taking and making opportunities.

This interview was awe inspiring for me, demonstrating the transition of skills and ability into Marine Industry she inadvertently started in whilst working on Cruise Ships during her early life. She has an open invitation to come back onto the series. 

NSW Maritime

Transport NSW

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Please review our podcast, it makes the world of difference to those businesses and people we share the story of.

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