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CONTENTS
VOLUME 87 | NUMBER 8
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At the Helm
Here ’ s to the New Year ! by Adam Quandt
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Industry News
The most current stories from the boating industry .
2025 ELEVATE SUMMIT Preview
Join us January 20-22 , 2025 in Charlotte !
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Industry Voices
13 Looking ahead to 2025 by Bill Yeargin
Sales & Marketing
14 The remedy to revive sagging sales by Mark Overbye
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2025 AMI Conference & Expo Preview
The Association of Marina Industries gears up for 2025 conference and expo in Fort Lauderdale .
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2025 Forecast
Industry insiders see rebound ahead for 2025 .
Market Trends : Pontoons
Pontoon manufacturers aim to create unique experiences for all .
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Profiles in Leadership
Jordan Balbresky profiles CEO of Propspeed , Marcus Hamilton .
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