CONTENTS
VOLUME 88 | NUMBER 1
DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE GALLERY
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At the Helm
Celebrating success , change and 20 years of Top 100 by Adam Quandt
Elevate Summit 2025 Recap
Marine industry decision makers set the stage for the year ahead in Charlotte gathering .
The 2024 Boating Industry Top 100
The Top 100 Dealers , Dealer of the Year , Best in Class , 40 Under 40 and Women Making Waves .
2024 Dealer of the Year : Nautical Ventures Group
Nautical Ventures Group was named Boating Industry ’ s 2024 Dealer of the Year .
2024 Top 100 Dealers of North America
The full list of this year ’ s Top 100 Dealers .
2024 Best in Class
Four companies that excel in specific areas of their businesses .
18 Best Training : Off Shore Marine , Inc .
19 Best Service : Clemons Boats
20 Best Customer Service : Buckeye Sports Center
21 Best Industry Advocate : MN Marine Group / Miami Nautique Intl .
2024 Editor ’ s Choice
Two companies that excel are recognized by the Boating Industry editorial team .
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2024 40 Under 40
40 young professionals setting the standard in success across the recreational boating industry .
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2024 Women Making Waves
Twenty-five women leaders in the marine industry paving a path for continued success .
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Profiles in Leadership
Wanda Kenton Smith profiles Jeff Husby , general manager / owner of Regal & Nautique of Orlando
@ BOATINGINDUSTRY and president / CEO of WaterSports Central .
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