From Speedboats to Superyachts: Inside the Life of Bobby Genovese | Yachting USA
Feb 10, 2024, 07:07 PM
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Yachting USA host Rick Thomas sits down with BG Capital founder Bobby Genovese for a rare owner’s perspective on superyacht life, refits, crew culture, and the story behind his Feadship BG Charade.
Can an adrenaline-fueled wooden-boat collector become one of the most fascinating figures in modern yachting?
From The Bahamas, Yachting USA host Rick Thomas sits down with maritime mogul Bobby Genovese, founder of BG Capital Group and owner of the iconic 47 m Feadship BG Charade — formerly known worldwide as “Valor” on Below Deck.
Together, they dive into the early days of chasing speed on Canadian lakes, the multi-million-dollar realities of superyacht refits, the challenges of crew culture, and how Bobby’s fleet — from Miss Canada III & IV to his world-cruising Feadship — shaped a lifetime on the water.
🔹 How a 1930s wooden raceboat ignited a lifelong passion
🔹 The real cost (and chaos) behind major refits in the U.S. & Thailand
🔹 Why BG Charade became “Valor” on Below Deck — and what really happened
🔹 The truth about crew management, owner expectations, and industry culture
🔹 Bobby’s vision for “BG Signature” experiences and the future of luxury yachting
Guest
Bobby Genovese | Founder, BG Capital Group
Website: https://bgcapitalgroup.com
Background: https://dolcemag.com/successstories/the-life-pursuits-of-bobby-genovese/4195
Host
Rick Thomas | Yachting USA
Rick@rt-yd.com
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#Yachting #Superyachts #BobbyGenovese #BGCharade #Feadship #BelowDeck #YachtingUSA #LuxuryYachting #YachtOwners #YachtingInternationalRadio
From The Bahamas, Yachting USA host Rick Thomas sits down with maritime mogul Bobby Genovese, founder of BG Capital Group and owner of the iconic 47 m Feadship BG Charade — formerly known worldwide as “Valor” on Below Deck.
Together, they dive into the early days of chasing speed on Canadian lakes, the multi-million-dollar realities of superyacht refits, the challenges of crew culture, and how Bobby’s fleet — from Miss Canada III & IV to his world-cruising Feadship — shaped a lifetime on the water.
🔹 How a 1930s wooden raceboat ignited a lifelong passion
🔹 The real cost (and chaos) behind major refits in the U.S. & Thailand
🔹 Why BG Charade became “Valor” on Below Deck — and what really happened
🔹 The truth about crew management, owner expectations, and industry culture
🔹 Bobby’s vision for “BG Signature” experiences and the future of luxury yachting
Guest
Bobby Genovese | Founder, BG Capital Group
Website: https://bgcapitalgroup.com
Background: https://dolcemag.com/successstories/the-life-pursuits-of-bobby-genovese/4195
Host
Rick Thomas | Yachting USA
Rick@rt-yd.com
Watch More from Yachting International Radio
Exclusive interviews, global events, and industry leaders:
https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com
Follow YIR on Instagram: @YachtingInternationalRadio
#Yachting #Superyachts #BobbyGenovese #BGCharade #Feadship #BelowDeck #YachtingUSA #LuxuryYachting #YachtOwners #YachtingInternationalRadio