Memorial Day Tribute, Chicago Boat Show Launch & Suzuki HQ News | Yachting Unplugged
May 26, 11:43 AM
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Join Kim Sweers, The Boat Boss, and Rick Thomas from the newly renovated War Memorial Auditorium in Fort Lauderdale — now home to the Florida Panthers' practice facility, the Baptist Health IcePlex — for a special Memorial Day edition of Yachting Unplugged.
This state-of-the-art complex features two NHL-regulation ice rinks, a high-performance training center, and community spaces for dining, events, and retail — a striking symbol of Fort Lauderdale’s transformation and revitalization.
In this episode, Kim and Rick honor the lives lost in service to the country and reflect on the deeper meaning of Memorial Day, especially within the marine community. They also break down this week’s top headlines shaping the boating and yachting industries:
⚓ Safe boating tips for the summer
📈 Record-setting tourism in Florida
🛥️ Announcement of a new Chicago Boat Show
📦 Suzuki Marine relocating its U.S. HQ to Tampa
🌍 World Boating Day and why it matters globally
🐠 A groundbreaking artificial reef installation on Hollywood Beach
🏅 How to vote in the NMMA Hall of Fame to recognize marine industry leaders
Plus, insight into yacht market trends and a powerful reminder that the ocean remains one of our most healing and vital natural resources.
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📬 Connect with the Hosts:
👉 Kim Sweers "The Boat Boss" & Managing Partner, FB Marine Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boatboss/
👉 Rick Thomas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-thomas-51909821/
#MemorialDay #BoatingTips #BoatSafety #BoatShow2025 #ChicagoBoatShow #FloridaBoating #FortLauderdale #MarineIndustry #YachtNews #SuzukiMarine #OceanConservation #ArtificialReef #WorldBoatingDay #SummerBoating #ChicagoEvents
This state-of-the-art complex features two NHL-regulation ice rinks, a high-performance training center, and community spaces for dining, events, and retail — a striking symbol of Fort Lauderdale’s transformation and revitalization.
In this episode, Kim and Rick honor the lives lost in service to the country and reflect on the deeper meaning of Memorial Day, especially within the marine community. They also break down this week’s top headlines shaping the boating and yachting industries:
⚓ Safe boating tips for the summer
📈 Record-setting tourism in Florida
🛥️ Announcement of a new Chicago Boat Show
📦 Suzuki Marine relocating its U.S. HQ to Tampa
🌍 World Boating Day and why it matters globally
🐠 A groundbreaking artificial reef installation on Hollywood Beach
🏅 How to vote in the NMMA Hall of Fame to recognize marine industry leaders
Plus, insight into yacht market trends and a powerful reminder that the ocean remains one of our most healing and vital natural resources.
🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Yachting Unplugged.
📬 Connect with the Hosts:
👉 Kim Sweers "The Boat Boss" & Managing Partner, FB Marine Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boatboss/
👉 Rick Thomas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-thomas-51909821/
#MemorialDay #BoatingTips #BoatSafety #BoatShow2025 #ChicagoBoatShow #FloridaBoating #FortLauderdale #MarineIndustry #YachtNews #SuzukiMarine #OceanConservation #ArtificialReef #WorldBoatingDay #SummerBoating #ChicagoEvents