Boating Industry August 2023 | Page 3

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CONTENTS

VOLUME 86 | NUMBER 5

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At the Helm
Not just a buzz word by Adam Quandt
Industry News
The most current stories from the boating industry .

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Industry Voices
Embracing multiple paths to sustainability by Frank Hugelmeyer
Sales & Marketing
Tips and solutions for sales and marketing from people within the boating industry .
16 How to become the best choice , especially in turbulent markets by Mark Overbye

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17 Out with the solution selling and in with problem finding by David Gee

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Powering the electric movement through consumer education by Nicole Schantz
Sustainability on the Water

20 We dive into the topic of sustainability and what ’ s being done within the marine space .

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Market Trends : Electric
Partnerships bring electric propulsion to the next level .

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Profiles in Leadership
Wanda Kenton Smith profiles Guy Harvey , founder of Guy Harvey Inc .

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Market Intelligence
Same-store sales , dealer benchmarks and more .
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