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At the Helm
The challenge of change by David Gee
Elevate Summit 2026 Recap
Marine industry decision makers set the stage for the year ahead in Orlando gathering.
The 2025 Boating Industry Top 100
The Top 100 Dealers, Dealer of the Year, Best in Class, Editor’ s Choice and more.
2025 Dealer of the Year: Gage Marine
Gage Marine was named Boating Industry’ s 2025 Dealer of the Year.
2025 Top 100 Dealers of North America
The full list of this year’ s Top 100 Dealers.
2025 Best in Class
Four companies that excel in specific areas of their businesses.
20 Best Customer Service: Legend Boats
21 Best Events: The Boat Shop
22 Best Marketing: Off Shore Marine, Inc.
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23 Best Service: Jerry’ s Majestic Marine
The 2025 Boating Industry 40 Under 40
40 young professionals setting the standard in success across the recreational boating industry.
The 2025 Boating Industry Women Making Waves
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2025 Editor’ s Choice
Three companies that excel are recognized by the Boating Industry team.
Photo Gallery: The 2025 Boating Industry Top 100 Gala
A peek at the invite-only gala, celebrating the 2025 Boating Industry Top 100 Award winners.
26 women leaders in the marine industry paving a path for continued success.
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The 2025 Boating Industry Movers & Shakers
Visionary leaders and trailblazers propelling the recreational boating industry.
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