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In this series, Nicky shares her valuable insight and experiences about Boating and the Boating Lifestyle. With a personal goal to engage more people in the industry and see more women behind the helm, in her intro you’ll get to know and love the Boat Princess as we do. She interviews interesting and entertaining guests from all aspects of the boating industry from superyachts to marinas, from entrepreneurs to CEO’s, all with fascinating stories, plus some incredible high achieving women in boating like Kay Cottee the first woman to perform a single handed, non-stop and unassisted circulation of the world and Lisa Blair the record holder for Antarctica’s circumnavigation. We are excited to welcome Nicky Vaux to the Podcast world. Introducing Nicky might take a while to scan through her many achievements, accolades and acknowledgements. You can follow Nicky and live vicariously through her instagram @theboatprincess or see her website www.theboatprincess.com for details on how to collaborate your brand with her, be interviewed on the podcast or have her video review a boat for you. Nicky is a Partner of Empire Marinas Group, owners of Empire Marina Bobbin Head, Sydney’s most awarded marina and Empire Marina Lake Macquarie, Lake Macquarie’s largest marina. She is a multiple boat owner, Partner in 3 Freedom boat clubs, former board member of the MIA and believes the more people we have out on the water boating the happier the world will be. She loves connecting people that can help each other in business or enhance their lifestyle with the right brands and holding events to bring people together in a safe and positive environment to help each other rise. Her love is educating others on all things boating and boats, and helping others into the industry and lifestyle she loves. A rising tide lifts all boats.
Episodes
Saturday Apr 09, 2022
Saturday Apr 09, 2022
Sara 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 when dealing with issues challenging the industry.
For example :
- Standards for boats, construction and industry
- Initiatives on end of life and sustainability
- How to protect the industry.
In the first few minutes you will understand why she is so successful.
"I had a strong mother who had taken such good care of me growing up. She raised a strong and successful daughter. I watched her deal with her struggles, after leaving Romania, with no language skills and working from 5am everyday. My dad was my hero, never gave up and declared political asylum in Istanbul after escaping Romania in the late 70's not knowing what the outcome would be."
Sara was one of 10 candidates for this role, 9 of them were men.
'My husband told me ; "It's the marine industry they are not going to pick you, they are going to pick a guy!"
I just loved this conversation and it gave me such an insight into the business side of the marine industry, the opportunities for expansion and how important it is in the global trade.
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National Marine Manufacturers Association
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Saturday Mar 26, 2022
Saturday Mar 26, 2022
This 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 from Ahoy Club
3. Third, Oliver Musson from Musson Jewellery who were showing casing their range from inside The Star Super Yacht.
4. Last interview is with Sophie from Sea Raes a new accommodation venture for Raes on Wategos in Byron Bay.
It's a whole lot of fun and I hope you enjoy it.
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Monday Mar 14, 2022
Monday Mar 14, 2022
In 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 market for herself, after spending hours on the water and earning her captain stripes. She is a perfect example of the opportunities that exist in boating.
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Monday Feb 21, 2022
Monday Feb 21, 2022
Christine 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/
https://www.commercialmarine.com.au/
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Monday Feb 21, 2022
Monday Feb 21, 2022
So 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.
David also served in the Australian Defence which has equipped him with specialised skills in boat operations and when I asked him for an interview I never expected to get an insight into the reality of terrorism. I felt much safer knowing David was in control. Fascinating.
So the Superyacht World Is the reality really Below Decks? or not?
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Saturday Jan 22, 2022
Saturday Jan 22, 2022
In this episode I'm sharing the considerations and the thoughts you may or may not have thought of before choosing a marina for your boat. As you know we have Empire Marina in Bobbin Head in Sydney, a 200 berth marina in an idyllic location, which is at the top of it's game being 5 Gold Anchor Accredited with the Marina Industries Association and having Waterside Bistro - the Marina Restaurant of the Year for 2021. But we are also now the proud owners of Empire Marina Lake Macquarie - a 250 berth marina in Lake Macquarie - which believe it or not is twice the size of Sydney Harbour. I am also a Director on the Board of the Marina Industries Association. Don't forget I am also a multiple Boat Owner so I see the needs of a consumer in a marina too.
Add to that the fact that I've also seen and been to many other marinas all over the world on ICOMIA events and socially, and as a result through our boating community, I've heard what those who use a marina and work in a marina say when it comes to everything from facilities, location, transport, pricing, parking, insurance, environment, security, tidal access and the marina community. I love sharing all of this knowledge with you to improve your boating lifestyle.
I hope you enjoy this one it's packed with useful information and hopefully makes you think about if you are in the right marina for your boating lifestyle too.
www.empiremarinalakemacquarie.com.au
Saturday Jan 08, 2022
Saturday Jan 08, 2022
This 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 ago and was a real novice - I hope that's inspiration to other women out there to have a go in this great industry.
If you are looking for a career change, consider a job in the Marine Industry and check out www.marinejobs.org.au
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Saturday Dec 18, 2021
Saturday Dec 18, 2021
In 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 and stress of being on a stand but my favourite stories are the ones about the Big Race - The Sydney to Hobart which Duncan had the opportunity to crew in 2007. Making this episode very timely.
If you are looking to fit out your crew, invest in good quality marine clothing or find fashion for the high seas then reach out to Duncan - he is your one contact, with all the brands, and the convenience of one invoice for everything including corporate wear and gifts as well.
He is also one of our sponsors and for that we are truly grateful.
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Saturday Dec 04, 2021
Saturday Dec 04, 2021
In this episode I speak with Kaylie. Kaylie's career has been in the world of hotels and getaways and she currently works with me in my Venus Getaways business but like so many we speak to she "fell" into the Boating Industry working on Superyachts in one stage of her career so we delve into what it's like working on Superyachts - from meeting rock stars to finding out if it is really like Below Decks or not....it's a quick chat but a lovely one...
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Saturday Nov 20, 2021
Saturday Nov 20, 2021
In 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 the details of some of the great operators in the Boat Share and Club models please DM on instagram @theboatprincess or contact me on theboatprincess.com I am always happy to point you in the right direction.
See you on the water soon!
Nicky
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