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Things are shifting . Not just in the recreational boating industry , but across a multitude of industries , platforms , countries , etc .

First , I think it ’ s important to note that change is not always bad . There have been plenty of changes implemented across boating that have led to making the pastime more enjoyable and accessible for all . There are changes within organizations – sometimes stemming from difficult situations – that ultimately led to more success in the long run .

However , it ’ s also no secret the recreational marine industry is facing some headwinds as it heads into another show season . Inflation rates , political climate , the general economy and so much more are offering challenges some have never seen in this industry and some that it hasn ’ t seen in quite some time .

In conversations with this year ’ s Movers & Shakers and many leaders across the industry , a clear theme across all is the ability to take a look at yourself and decide what type of leader you want to be . What type of leader you want to be not just when things are good , but more so what type of leader you want to be during times of challenge .

Leaders and companies that rise against and above challenging times are those that don ’ t simply acknowledge and adapt to meet the challenges . One thing said by all of this year ’ s Movers & Shakers is the notion to avoid the initial reaction to challenge to freeze and / or pull back on things .

“ You have to keep your foot on the gas through challenging times ,” 2024 Mover & Shaker of the Year and Dometic Marine president Eric Fetchko said . “ Surely you have have to be responsible about it , but in my time in the marine industry it ’ s those that don ’ t pull back in difficult times that often find the most success on the other side of it .”

This is a sentiment that has been echoed by National Marine Manufacturers Association president Frank Hugelmeyer in almost every industry address he ’ s given over the last year and beyond .

Especially as our industry heads into show season , it ’ s evermore important that we keep our foot on the collective gas , so that our industry can ’ t only weather any storm it may face , but be ready to hit the ground absolutely running when the next shift happens .

A quick reminder Just a quick reminder to our readers and leaders across the recreational boating industry that registration for the annual Boating Industry Elevate Summit is now open .

This year ’ s Summit will take place January 20-23 , 2025 in Charlotte , N . C . and is designed specifically for recreational marine industry leaders . The Boating Industry Elevate Summit brings together the best and brightest minds in the industry for thought-provoking seminars , discussions and a multitude of networking opportunities .

Find more information and secure your spot for the 2025 Boating Industry Elevate Summit at www . BoatingIndustryElevate . com .

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