The Boat Princess Podcast

Women Can Be What They Can Sea

So 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. 

Between developing career plans and overcoming covid, Hayley and Tia talk about the challenges with managing families and changing attitudes in the industry.

Hear how they spend each day and the variety of tasks, jobs and people they spend it with. 

For more information on job in the marine and boating industry head to 

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See you on the water soon!

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Setag is rebuilding the Super Yacht world from the inside out with Ellie Gates

Setag 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 Lamborghini, giving her a keen eye for luxury goods and developing a key understanding of the clientele.

Hope you enjoy this chat, another incredible opportunity during my UK trip. 

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Mothers in Boating throw LIfe Jacket to mums who are drowning in doubt

So in this episode we turned starboard and tack our way through the challenges of motherhood in the boating industry.  Emma and Danielle are successful women in boating at opposite ends of motherhood. Danielle is just starting out with a young child and another on the way and Emma is riding the rollercoaster of teenagisim. 

They share the challenges of what many mums face. Mother guilt, the  worry and feeling like they are drowning in self doubt. But often it is the associated language of 'leaving the workforce' 'stepping back into the workforce', 'going part time', 'stopped working' and 'career break' that creates a separation between what they are doing and who they are. 

Mums can be both working and parenting.

From Maternity Leave, Equal Pay, Part Time Work and Flexible Hours, women have fought on the front lines of workplaces to secure entitlements that ensure they remain employed, advanced their career and hold influential positions in decision making.

Being the mum is a unique role in the life of another human and we get into the gritty detail in this conversation. Warning: Plenty of Truth Bombs.

Motherhood is a huge responsiblity as we ride the waves, get caught in the rip tide and set sail - looking very much forward to another sunset, exhausted and loved. 

I've recorded this interview in the UK during a recent trip where I toured many of the factories and show rooms of yacht manufacturers.

Every minute of this episode is inspiring and I am so grateful for this conversation. So if you're a mum drowning in doubt, remember 'It's a bad day, not a bad life' - Emma and Danielle.

See you on the water soon. Nicky xx

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200 Miles from the nearest English Coastline with Miles Moorehouse

As I prepared for this interviewed I sat with my guest MIles Moorehouse, the man behind the Fairline Brand, in a room watching a 58 foot yacht sail past the window.  The only thing was it wasn't sailing on a picturesque ocean of the English Coastline - in fact we were 200 miles inland at the Fairline Factory where the original owner set up shop.

Miles shares the journey of the Fairline Brand that is steeped in history and classic English storylines.  As the original fibreglass boat builder, Jack Newington acquired an assortment of disused gravel pits by the River Nene, and the land between the main lake and the road. By cutting a route through from the lake to the river, and erecting workshops, offices, a chandlery shop and slipway, he transformed the area into Oundle Marina.

He spent his leisure days inadvertently showcasing the boat designs and launching the Fairline factory and, more recently, the brand have collaborated with the Italian yacht designer Alberto Mancini has resulted in a unique combination of contemporary style with a long-standing heritage.

Listen as Miles and I share a laugh and the elements of great design and some awesome stories about his career along the way.

Light, detail, volume and finesse, paired with the security of outstanding seakeeping.  This is where understated elegance meets performance and adventure.

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Building Boats with Bill Barrow from Princess Yachts

This 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 his current role with Princess, Bill's passion for the industry will continue long into his 'retirement' which is due to take effect any day now. (we note he was still at Boot Dusseldorf in 2023 way after he "retired")

Also in this episode I give some tips on attending this years Sydney Boat Show. or any boat show for that matter

Sydney Boat Show starts this Friday 28th July 2022 and I will be hosting an industry event on Friday from 4.30pm - 6pm so go here to get your tickets. 

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Princess at home in Plymouth with Alison Thompson from Princess Yachts

In 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 Industry, to ensure gender equality in the recruiting process of their apprenticeships.  "It's about opportunity, so we are talking to children in primary schools an giving them that opportunity to experience the boating industry."

This episode is the essence of The Boat Princess Podcast.  Talking to the women who have done it.  If you are considering a career in the Marine Industry, check out www.princessyachts.com or www.marinejobs.org.au

The Boating Industry is an international playing field with lots of sectors but it takes people who are well trained and educated to ensure it continues to thrive. 

Listen to more episodes and check out the website www.theboatprincess.com for details about the upcoming www.sydneyboatshow.com.au

 

See you on the water soon!  Nicky x

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The Great ’Ocean’ Alexander

In 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 the respect they have for women as potential purchasers.

I also share some of the Ocean Alexander history and an invitation to be apart of the Sydney International Boat Show 22. 

For more information and the latest ocean imagery head to www.oceanalexander.com

We look forward to seeing you at the www.sydneyboatshow.com

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Alisha 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.

www.tidalyachting.com is the multi-service company offering solutions for the super yacht industry.  From resource recruitment to project management for a fit out, Alisha also organises deliveries, supplies, helicopter transports and supports yacht owners navigating the red tape of Covid 19.

I love Alisha's Master Course story where she was told as she entered the room 'The basic training course is next door' and went on to teach them navigation. It's a message for all - do not underestimate her. 

There is so much packed into this interview from the operational structure and purpose of the Navy to the amazing opportunities and locations.   

The more women we encourage in to our industry like Alisha....the better it will be.

Enjoy the energy of this amazing interview.

Nicky

x

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Leslie Robinson is on course to creating the change

In this conversation, I speak with Lesley Robinson. She is the CEO of British Marine, an executive main board director with specific responsibility for the strategic direction of the organisation, working in conjunction with both board and members, and its execution through her team at Marine House.

She is also Vice Chair and Trustee of the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women, a Trustee of Ocean Youth Trust South and a Non-Executive Director of Police Crime Prevention Initiatives. Lesley is a qualified chartered accountant by background.

Listen as we explore how she came to be in a current position and what she loves about it.

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Half way around the world with World Class Sail GP Guest Chaser and Photographer Jason Ludlow

This 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 things boats, sailing, broadcasting and The America's Cup.

Enjoy, and let me know what you think. 

www.jasonludlow.com

 

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