seeing old friends and colleagues felt as though there was no time lost . And today , I continue to work with them while I am constantly forming new relationships with others in the industry . I have no doubt the connections I ’ ve made with the team at Pursuit Boats will remain as strong . If you had to choose one memorable achievement in the marine industry , what would it be and why ? I have truly embraced creating bonds and relationships with Pursuit Boat owners . I ’ ve learned that each of them have their own stories , passions and enthusiasm for the boating lifestyle . Just as you form relationships with those who work in the industry , I have found it incredibly fulfilling to form bonds with our owners and help them tell their stories , which I hope help others embrace this very special lifestyle that boating , family and friends provide . Was it difficult to navigate a career in this industry ? Why or why not ? No , it was not . This industry is special and unique , and I feel lucky to be a part of it for the 15 years I have been . Not only do you maintain lasting relationships , but the days we are able to get out on the water make for a great day at the office . How do you hope to inspire other women in the marine industry ? It is true that the marine industry is a male dominated field . Sometimes you find you are the only woman in the room . My advice to women would be to follow your passions , take the helm of what drives you and to do the very best you can no matter what . Because if you love what you do , you will succeed .
What advice do you have for women starting their careers in the marine industry ? Be strong , honest and put in the work . Smile and have fun . Enjoy it , but know you have to work for it . And find your balance . As a woman , it can be delicate to maintain a career if you plan to raise a family . Both are challenging and rewarding work . Always know your priorities . For me , family comes first , but you can maintain both . At Pursuit , I am fortunate to be in a position where I can have the best of both worlds . What are some of your favorite non-boating hobbies ? We have a pool and live three miles from the beach . We love to spend weekends camping out at the beach or lounging around the pool with my parents and close friends . I love to read and binge watch shows from time to time . It ’ s a beautiful life . I am blessed .
Fawn Myers
Quality Manager , Tiara Yachts
Education : B . S ., Manufacturing Engineering Technology with a certificate in Quality Technology , Ferris State University Years in the marine industry : 1.5 years What first drew you to the marine industry ? I consider myself an innovator with the desire to be involved in an environment that drives a culture of thinking outside the box . I was not necessarily looking to get into the marine industry ; I was looking to be a part of a company that supports creativity , technological growth and fosters a culture of innovation . That ’ s when I found Tiara Yachts .
What are some of the biggest lessons you have learned working in the marine industry ? One of the biggest lessons I ’ ve learned in the marine industry is the importance of communication and integrity . Clear and effective communication is essential to the marine industry . This applies not only to communication with my colleagues , but also to our dealers and customers . Keeping all communication channels open , listening actively , and expressing myself clearly to avoid misunderstandings has been essential to my role in the industry . Maintaining a positive work ethic and demonstrating honesty is an important factor when upholding the reputation of both Tiara Yachts and the entire marine industry . If you had to choose one memorable achievement in the marine industry , what would it be and why ? One of my most memorable achievements in the marine industry was implementing data analysis tools and techniques to extract insights , identify trends and make data-driven decisions to improve Tiara ’ s overall quality performance . This achievement involved developing and implementing new quality metrics , generating regular reports , and using data visualization techniques to effectively communicate quality performance . These systems have helped our teams own their quality and drive change that has significantly improved the internal quality of our product and overall customer experience . Was it difficult to navigate a career in this industry ? Why or why not ? Fortunately , Tiara Yachts believed in my abilities as a quality manager and fully supported me as I began learning about the industry . The
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