WOMEN MAKING WAVES
What is your favorite place to go boating? Fort Lauderdale. Being a native, I have a deep appreciation for the beautiful waterways that define this city. I’ ve grown up on the water here so it’ s always meaningful to reflect on the memories made throughout my childhood while seeing how much the area has evolved. There’ s something grounding and full circle about boating in the place where it all began for me.
CAPT. VICKI NORMAN
MARINE DIVISION PRESIDENT, DIGITAL THROTTLE
Education: BA, San Diego State Years in the marine industry: 31 years Other companies you have worked for in the marine industry and titles you held at those companies: Powerboat Magazine, WaterCraft World, Power & Motoryacht and Trailer Boats. I helped launch Speedboat and Sportboat Magazine and I am a current New Member Captain Trainer for Freedom Boat Club. What first drew you to the marine industry? Boating was passed down to me by my parents. I was born in Florida while they were having a custom glass-bottom boat built ― part of their plan to start a boating business in St. Croix. From the beginning, life on the water was just part of who I was.
In college, while working as a waterski instructor, I participated in a photo shoot with Correct Craft and Connelly Skis. Watching the crew from these two iconic companies, how much fun they had and how passionate they were, lit a spark in me. I realized I wanted to do something I loved just as much in the industry that I loved. What are some of the biggest lessons you have learned working in the marine industry? Hard work and a good attitude go a long way. Skills can be taught ― attitude can’ t. My first job out of college came from from Jerry Nordskog of Powerboat Magazine,
Capt. Vicki Norman
who created a role for me because he believed in my potential. I said yes to every challenge, advertising, editorial, and even hands-on work, such as building gauges at the Nordskog Competition Center, to get
Northpoint Applauds Chantal Robin and the 2025“ Women Making Waves” Honorees
Northpoint Commercial Finance proudly congratulates our Vice President of Business Development for Canada, Chantal Robin, on being named one of Boating Industry magazine’ s 2025“ Women Making Waves.”
Chantal’ s leadership and dedication have played a pivotal role in driving our Canadian sales strategy and strengthening key manufacturer partnerships. Her vision, impact, and commitment to excellence exemplify what it means to lead and inspire in the marine industry.
We celebrate this well-deserved recognition and extend our congratulations to Chantal and to all the outstanding women named to the 2025“ Women Making Waves” list.
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