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CONTENTS
VOLUME 86 | NUMBER 3
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At the Helm
Keep the wheels of innovation turning by Adam Quandt
Sales & Marketing
The multiplier effect in your boat business by Matt Sellhorst
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Industry News
The most current stories from the boating industry .
Building the Boat of Tomorrow
Industry leaders weigh in on where the industry is headed .
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Electrification & Sustainability
18 The boating industry welcomes a greener future ..
Boating Industry ’ s 2023 Top Products
20 Boating Industry ’ s annual program recognizing 50 of the best products in the marine industry for 2023 .
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Market Trends : Outboards
Innovation leads the way in the outboard motor segment .
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Profiles in Leadership
Wanda Kenton Smith profiles Peter Granata , President of Granata Design .
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Market Intelligence
Same-store sales , dealer benchmarks and more .
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