In this episode of Marketing Minutes by Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, publisher William Cline and ad sales manager Britain Cline talk with Joane Timm, from Meridian Adventure Dive in Turkey & Raja Ampat, Indonesia, to talk about eco-friendly dive practices, the famous Coral Triangle, and more!

If you’re a dive shop owner, instructor, or travel operator, this conversation brings great insight not just to the Raja Ampat region, but to industry practices as a whole.

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Bahamas dive travel offers some of the world’s best scuba diving experiences—and in this exclusive interview with Richard Munroe and Ahmad Williams of the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, we explore how dive retailers and travel sellers can bring groups to paradise.

From Dive Weeks across Grand Bahama, Abaco, San Salvador, Nassau, and Exuma to special events like PADI Women’s Dive Day in Nassau, you’ll hear how the Bahamas is creating unforgettable experiences for divers of all levels. Discover how to plan small group trips versus larger expeditions, what islands are best for your clients, and how dive ambassadors and influencers are spreading the word globally.

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Shearwater Research is at the front of scuba innovation, and in this Marketing Minutes episode by Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, we sit down with Ross Neill to explore how their collaboration with Avelo is transforming the dive industry. Dive shops, instructors, and professionals alike will gain valuable insights into why this partnership matters and how Shearwater’s new Jetpack is shaping the future of diving equipment.

🕐Timestamps:

00:00 Intro & Welcome

00:35 Guest Introduction – Ross Neil, Shearwater Research

01:05 What Makes the Avelo System Different

02:30 Neutral Buoyancy & Ballast Control Explained

03:20 Shearwater’s Role in the Avelo Partnership

04:45 Why the Shearwater Jetpack Was Created

06:30 How Divers & Engineers Co-Developed the Jetpack

07:40 Opportunities for Dive Shops & Retailers

08:50 Global Onboarding of Avelo Dive Centers

09:50 Preparing for DEMA – What’s Coming Next

11:00 Closing Thoughts & How to Get Involved

12:15 Preview of Next Guests & Episodes

13:15 Final Words from Ross Neil

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Ocean Plan is revolutionizing diver safety with cutting-edge underwater communication, monitoring, and emergency detection systems. In this episode of Marketing Minutes by Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, hosts William Cline and Britain Cline are joined by Mark Ma (CEO) and Rachel Su (Account Manager) from Ocean Plan in China to explore how this technology is reshaping the future of diving.

Ocean Plan has introduced breakthrough solutions which allows divers to track each other’s heartbeat, monitor air supply, and receive automatic emergency alerts. These tools enhance dive safety while improving confidence for divers.

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Palau Group Dive Travel gets the spotlight as Scuba Diving Industry Magazine sits down with Iked Etpison (VP, Neco Marine) and contributor Gil Zeimer to unpack what makes Palau—and Neco Marine—standout for group bookings and repeat guests. From Palau Group Dive Travel logistics to concierge-level operations, this episode gives dive retailers and travel sellers practical talking points that convert.

🕐Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

01:01 Facility & Operations (free Nitrox, pool, boats, transfers)

04:08 Service Strengths & Signature Sites (Milky Way, Jellyfish Lake*)

07:20 Local Ownership, Heritage & Community Programs

12:02 Manta ID Program & Citizen Science

14:02 Gil’s In-Destination Review (ratios, fills, concierge service)

18:45 Lunch Stops, Beach Breaks & Daily Flow

21:00 Complimentary Trip Video

22:00 What’s Next on SDIM

23:31 Blue Friday Mention & Sign-off

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Scuba diving in Grand Cayman offers some of the most unforgettable underwater experiences in the Caribbean, and few know this better than Steve Broadbelt of Ocean Frontiers and Compass Point Dive Resort (https://www.oceanfrontiers.com/). In this special of Marketing Minutes on Location episode from Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, hosts William and Britain Cline chat with at the resort’s East End property to explore what makes this destination unique.

🕐Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:11 Meet Steve Broadbelt – Ocean Frontiers

00:32 Compass Point Dive Resort Overview

01:36 Dive Groups & Travel Options

01:58 Coral Spawning Event

02:37 ISDHF Museum Visit

02:57 ISDHF History & Mission

04:20 2025 All-Women Induction Class

05:00 Ceremony & Cocktail Party Details

05:57 Closing Remarks

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DAN dive insurance and dive safety programs are critical tools for dive professionals looking to protect their students, grow their business, and build trust. In this episode of Marketing Minutes by Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, hosts William and Britain Cline talk with Steven Jamroz, Vice President of Marketing at Divers Alert Network (DAN), about how DAN supports dive professionals with essential dive insurance, liability protection, risk mitigation tools, and co-branded marketing resources.

🕐Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro

00:35 – Meet Steven Jamroz from DAN

01:53 – DAN Dive Pros Program explained

04:15 – How DAN supports dive professionals

06:20 – Liability insurance options & group policies

09:05 – Continuing education with Tec Clark

11:05 – Behind DANcast’s podcast growth

13:50 – DAN’s marketing tools for retailers

17:00 – Retail marketing kits and surveys

19:00 – Student dive insurance explained

21:00 – DAN at trade shows & final thoughts

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Ocean Encounters Curaçao is one of the top dive operations in the Caribbean, offering world-class shore diving, a fleet of five custom dive boats, and award-winning reef restoration programs. In this Marketing Minutes episode from Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, hosts Britain and William Cline speak with Jeremiah Peek of Ocean Encounters Curaçao to explore what makes this dive center a perfect choice for group dive travel and eco-minded travelers alike.

🕐Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

00:30 Meet Jeremiah Peek

01:00 Curaçao Resort Partnerships

02:15 Dive Boats & Fleet Overview

04:00 Shore Diving Facilities & Access

06:00 Group Travel Tips for Dive Retailers

08:00 Reef Restoration & Sustainability Efforts

10:30 Conservation-Focused Dive Packages

12:00 Favorite Dive Sites in Curaçao

13:30 Wrap-up & Next Guest Preview

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Stream2Sea reef-safe dive retail strategies are transforming how dive shops meet eco-conscious customer demand. In this episode of Marketing Minutes by Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, hosts Britain and William Cline interview Autumn Blum and Mike Malterre of Stream2Sea to explore how science-backed, reef-safe products build trust and boost retail sales.

🕐Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction & welcome

00:32 Meet Autumn & Mike from Stream2Sea

01:00 Using science to build diver trust

02:15 Stream2Sea’s eco product line

03:45 Best sellers & dive shop training

05:10 Pro deals and co-branding opportunities

06:30 Coral Care: proven coral nourishment

08:00 Shelf life and product storage tips

09:30 Sustainability and supporting dive retailers

11:00 DEMA Show preview & specials

12:20 Ingredient education tools

13:20 Final thoughts & next guest preview

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Scuba fitness is transforming diver safety, performance, and even retail sales. In this episode of Marketing Minutes by Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, ad sales manager Britain Klein and publisher William Klein talk with Gretchen Ashton, founder of ScubaFit, about how fitness-for-divers programs can help dive shops thrive.

🕐Timestamps:

0:00 – Intro & Guest Welcome

0:45 – Who Is Gretchen Ashton?

1:10 – Why Fitness Matters for Divers

2:20 – Health Risks & Industry Trends

3:00 – Inside the ScubaFit Diver Program

4:40 – How Dive Shops Can Use ScubaFit

6:00 – Supporting Individual Divers

7:30 – Using Fitness to Build Community

9:30 – Additional Programs & Resources

11:00 – Closing Thoughts & Next Episode Preview

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