Setag is a yacht refurbishment business built on the knowledge collected over years of industry experience. Ellie Gates who is the daughter of the Setag Founder, Chris Gates, is my guest on this episode and it's a whole lot of fun. Proudly following in her father’s footsteps, Ellie has a love for the marine industry, having worked for Princess Yachts in their Marketing department for three years whilst completing their 12-month graduate training program. Immersing herself in the world of luxury ...
Sep 03, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 32
So in this episode we turned starboard and tack our way through the challenges of motherhood in the boating industry. Emma and Danielle are successful women in boating at opposite ends of motherhood. Danielle is just starting out with a young child and another on the way and Emma is riding the rollercoaster of teenagisim. They share the challenges of what many mums face. Mother guilt, the worry and feeling like they are drowning in self doubt. But often it is the associated language of 'leaving ...
Aug 20, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 31
As I prepared for this interviewed I sat with my guest MIles Moorehouse, the man behind the Fairline Brand, in a room watching a 58 foot yacht sail past the window. The only thing was it wasn't sailing on a picturesque ocean of the English Coastline - in fact we were 200 miles inland at the Fairline Factory where the original owner set up shop. Miles shares the journey of the Fairline Brand that is steeped in history and classic English storylines. As the original fibreglass boat builder, Jack N...
Aug 05, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 30
This is another incredible conversation from my UK trip where I was treated to a tour of the Princess Yachts International factory. I caught up with Bill Barrow, who is the international sales manager of Princess Yachts and he shares how he started sailing at 6 years old with his mother and building boats when he was just 8 years old. As we reflected on his years in the boating industry, Bill talks about his education in marine studies, experiences in production boat building and service industr...
Jul 22, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In this episode I travelled to Plymouth for a VIP tour of Princess Yachts, where I spoke to Alison Thompson, the Head of Learning and Development. Alison has such a deep passion in developing the skills and supporting the career paths of those people responsible for building Princess Yachts, and she shares it with me in this episode. Princess Yachts is a family business with a proud history of quality marine vessels and talented staff. Alison, a mother of three, has taken on the challenges life ...
Jul 08, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In this interview we come to you live from the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show on the Gold Coast, May 2022 . A fabulous opportunity to catch up with old friends and check out the newest boats and marine innovations. Today's interview is with Dan Mundy, the Head of Global Operations of Ocean Alexander, the worlds leading Super Yacht Manufacturer. Dan has spent his life in, on and around boats and shares his love for the industry. I have to confess I am a lover of this brand, not just because of their ti...
Jun 24, 2022•27 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Thank you so much! The Boat Princess Podcast has recently celebrated it's first bithday and this is our 26th Episode. We couldn't have done it without you. So in this episode I sit down with Alisha King, a power house of a woman who after a career in the NZ Navy, changed direction to become the head chef on some of the world's biggest and best superyachts. After years of sailing around the world - Alisha saw the hole in the bottom of the boating industry and has plugged it with the creation of T...
Jun 03, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In this conversation, I speak with Lesley Robinson . She is the CEO of British Marine , an executive main board director with specific responsibility for the strategic direction of the organisation, working in conjunction with both board and members, and its execution through her team at Marine House. She is also Vice Chair and Trustee of the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women , a Trustee of Ocean Youth Trust South and a Non-Executive Director of Police Crime Prevention Initiatives. Lesley is a q...
May 06, 2022•48 min•Season 2Ep. 4
This episode was a spontaneous one that turned out to be awesome! My good friend Jason Ludlow met up with Darren and I at a pub on a recent trip to the UK. He shares his current role with Sail GP as a host and commentator for those guests who want the up close experience of the best sailing events around the world. Racing around a 1 kilometre course requires high levels of skill in sailing and Jason candidly shares the sportsmenship of this competitive environment. We just loved catching up with...
Apr 22, 2022•30 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Sara Anghe l, was at the time of this interview the first female President of ICOMIA (in it's 55 year history) the global marine association. During our recent trip to the UK I sat down with her to chat at the Royal Thames Yacht Club, London, England , about her journey and the opportunities she has had in the marine industry. ICOMIA - is the international trade association representing the global marine industry since 1966. It brings together national marine industry associations in one global ...
Apr 08, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 20
This is a bit of different episode we just know you are going to love. On the 26 February, Australian Super Yacht held its annual soiree. An amazing event where 10 super yachts docked at Jones Bay Wharf to host an evening of lux and laughter. We spent the afternoon checking out the features of the yachts before attending the Soiree with 250 guests. In this episode you'll hear from interviews and the stuff that goes on behind the scenes. 1. First interview is with Pheobe from Quantum 2. Second In...
Mar 25, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this episode I speak with the innovative and persistent Mel Moss. The owner of Cellar by Sea spent 8 months on a never before application to the Liquor and Gaming Agency seeking Australia's first same day alcohol delivery, on water service, to boats and jetty's. Cellar By Sea operated at the time form PITTWATER BAYVIEW TO PALM BEACH Offering Beer, Bubble and Wine or Spirits, Cocktails and Seafood, the concept ensure's boatie's can extend their stay until the end of the day. Mel has taken her ...
Mar 14, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Christine Roberts is a well known woman in boating. Sponsorships and Membership Manager for AIMEX, Super Yacht Australia and Australian Commercial Marine Group. She has a primary focus on retaining and growing the memberships of these three groups and the events and conferences around Australia. From training courses for the industry, marinas and yacht club education as well as insurance, providore and clothing companies, members are connected. Christine shares her love of boats, the water and t...
Feb 21, 2022•23 min•Season 2Ep. 3
So in this episode I sat down for a chat with Super Yacht CEO David Good. He is also the CEO of AIMEX, the Australian International Marine Export Group who represents the Australian Made banner of marine exports. Superyacht Australia have been instrumental in lobbying government to change the restrictive import rules on Superyachts to Australia. "The average length of stay for a Super Yacht used to be 40 days, now we are hoping to entice the owners, crews and passengers to stay for up to 200 - 3...
Feb 21, 2022•43 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In this episode I'm sharing the considerations and the thoughts you may or may not have thought of before choosing a marina for your boat. As you know we have Empire Marina in Bobbin Head in Sydney, a 200 berth marina in an idyllic location, which is at the top of it's game being 5 Gold Anchor Accredited with the Marina Industries Association and having Waterside Bistro - the Marina Restaurant of the Year for 2021. But we are also now the proud owners of Empire Marina Lake Macquarie - a 250 bert...
Jan 21, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 17
This is a very special episode introducing John Lawler, our Marina Manager of 17 years. He not only shares his life long adventures and passion for boating but opens up about the choices he made as a young boy that influenced his career. From the small sail boats to racing in the Sydney to Hobart, John is our very own library of all things boating and is the friendly and welcoming persona you'll find in our front office! We also discuss the start of my career in boating - I only joined this indu...
Jan 07, 2022•56 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this episode I am speaking to the incredible force that is Duncan Curnow, owner and partner of Ross and Whitcroft and Quality Marine Clothing. We chat candidly about building niche brands within the Marine Industry and the challenges of creating the clothing that withstands the weather conditions, demands of racing and marine workplaces. Listen as he shares how he grew the one stop shop that is now distributed around the world in retail and online. I always run into Duncan at the Boat Shows a...
Dec 17, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 15
In this episode I speak with Kaylie. Kaylie's career has been in the world of hotels and getaways and she currently works with me in my Venus Getaways business but like so many we speak to she "fell" into the Boating Industry working on Superyachts in one stage of her career so we delve into what it's like working on Superyachts - from meeting rock stars to finding out if it is really like Below Decks or not....it's a quick chat but a lovely one... www.theboatprincess.com
Dec 03, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode I explore all the ways you can enjoy the benefits of boating and the different ways to own a boat. From Boat Club and Commercial Boat Share/Syndication to Private Boat Share and full private boat ownership. We also touch on chartering boats. I share the options available, advantages and limitations. From budgets, maintenance and availability, I share with you everything you should consider before deciding how you own a boat. If you have any questions about this episode or would l...
Nov 19, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode I sat down with Michelle, our Office Manager at Empire Marina Bobbin Head. I was excited because we actually got to chat in person (in our function room at Bobbin Head) about being the incredibly important person she is in our business. Michelle is another guest on this podcast who 'fell into' the boating industry, starting 27 years ago and taking on the full time role so she could stay local and care for her young son, when the Marina was owned by the Halvorsen Family. Michelle ...
Nov 05, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode I chat with our amazing tenant from Mako Marine , Brett Tattersall. He is a boat painter, and passionate about the work he does and the lifestyle of boating. Brett has loads of experience and currently operates his workshop at two marina's ensuring the hull of his clients boats are maintained. Brett owns Sydney's leading professional marine boat painters and has over 20 years of hands on experience in the industry, which includes 7 years at McConaghyBoats where he was in charge o...
Oct 22, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this, my final episode with Kay, she shares her incredible achievements on boards and committees for the development of the Sea Muesum and other charities. Her passion to create the change she wanted to see paved the way for Australian's and challenged old ways of government thinking and relationships with the community. You'll hear some familar names from the 80's and 90's and the pivotal moments of Kay's activism and advocacy for children. Her infectious laugh and solution focused approach ...
Oct 08, 2021•55 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Introducing my good friend, Tracy Souris. She is the Marina Manager at Sydney Boathouse . In this episode she shares how the largest Drystack storage facility is taking the boat ramp rage out of boating and making leisure time more enjoyable. She shares the influence her childhood experiences on the water with her adventurous parents had on her ‘falling’ into roles within the Marine Industry and how they helped her become the strong and successful women she is today. I particularly love the misa...
Sep 24, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 9
From DIY to Professional marine tradies, antifouling, protection and maintenance protects underwater metals against corrosion and keeps them free from marine growth. Today I’m speaking with Nona Pedersen, who is the General Manager of Propspeed: a revoluntionary and innovative product that has been preferred by boaties for over 21 years. It literally is the gold standard of protection products for the saildrive and propeller. The iconic glimmer of gold is recognisable and envied as boats are hau...
Sep 10, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Episode 7 - The Sailor Girl - Nic Douglass In this episode I talk to Nic Douglass, world class sailor with multiple medals and championships spanning over her competitive career. She is fresh off the Olympic Sailing Decks in Tokyo where she was asked to be the English speaking host, calling the sailing competition in which Australia won 2 gold medals. From quarantine, Nic spoke with me, sharing her most recent experience as host, her journalist career in the sportsworld and carving out her uniqu...
Aug 28, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 7
This is the episode where Nicky speaks with marketing manager, Alanta from Princess Yachts, the Australian distributor and winner of the 2021 Marketing Awards. Nicky has her own Princess Yacht and was graciously hosted by the Haynes family during the trip to The Sancturay Cove Boat Show. When Alanta returned to Australia from her laptop lifestyle in Bali, she was a sought after and engaged as the events manager. Her first time in the boating industry presents a variety of tasks, from taking Prin...
Aug 13, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Welcome Back to The Boat Princess Podcast. This is the second part of my interview with Kay Cottee and we are still chatting as we overlook the mighty Clarence River. We are drinking a nice cup of tea and picking at cheese cake by now and the conversation just got a bit deeper. We delve a little more into Kay as a person. How does she deal with her ADHD? What hobbies she enjoys and what did she do on her wedding day that made us truly belly laugh? From discussing how women should get into the bo...
Jul 30, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Today I’m talking to Suzanne Davies, CEO of the Marina Industries Association. Suzanne has had a successful career spanning over 30 years in service industries, particularly hospitality and the marine sectors. In October 2020 Suzanne commenced as the CEO of the Marina Industries Association and I am excited about the changes she has already made to the direction of this important education and standards facilitator of the industry. Suzanne has spent nearly 15 years in senior management roles in ...
Jul 16, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Jess is the General Manager of Marine Pro Systems and Logix Group and a mum. She has a Medical Science degree and a deep passion for boats. She is married to her business partner, Brian, who she says is a clever electrician. Together they have a genuine commitment to sharing their knowledge and research about the innovative corrosion products available for propulsion protection for various types of boats. Jess understands what her clients need to create efficiencies with the goal of reducing mai...
Jul 02, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 4
This is a special episode as Nicky is taken around My Vanish Super Yacht, by the owner Mitchell Grant Torrens. Recently renovated, this is a space by space, room by room account highlighting the quality of style, furnishing and fittings you'll see on this superb custom made Mangusta . From the Rolls Royce Engines to the custom ordered Ferrari Seats at the helm, dove tailed joinery and embroidered bed and bathroom accessories, this big 92 foot boat has everything you'll need and frequently pulls ...
Jun 19, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 3
