Hello Boat Lovers! This is a special episode in the lead up to the International Boat Show at Sanctuary Cove.  Recently Darren and I were Hosted by Anthea and Richard Morris from Majesty Yachts at their factory in Dubai. 

A bit of a round up followed by a conversations with many of the industry leaders in the world of boating.   It's fascinating to listen to and such an honour to have them contribute to what you'll hear to be a conversation you don't want to miss. 

I'll be heading to the International Sanctuary Cove Boat Show for the Awards night and hosting a networking event thanks to Mulpha Events, Thursday 25th from 3.30-5.30pm.

www.theboatprincess.com/events $59.50 which includes Boat Show Entry.

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In this episode I'm speaking with Chris Gates owner and director of Setag Yachts.  You'll hear his vision of boating in the future and his love of preserving, restoring and updating the interiors of boats all over the world. 

I didn't want this conversation to end and was inspired by the process  which Chris uses to embed the ideas of his clients into the design of his refurbishments.

www.setag.com is an innovative small family business that builds life long relationships with their clients that has turned into a community of boatlovers. 

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Welcome to another episode of The Boat Princess Podcast, live from Dubai. We are sitting on a beautiful terrace overlooking the beautiful city.

Today I am with Marcela de Kern Royer who established her business, Onboard, in the Principality of Monaco in 2015 which operates as a highly specialised company in a truly niche sector offering unrivalled expertise when it comes to business strategy, marketing and brand management in the Superyacht world.

Marcela shares her insights and how she created an understanding of the world in business and boating.  From closing deals to dinner dates with the Dutch, knowing how to interpret the English Language: sarcasm, sugar coating and straight shooting, Marcela takes us on a deep dive into building relationships that really connect and benefit each other. 

She combines a passion for yachting with a strong international academic background, with past experience in asset management including Superyachts, she has gained excellent exposure to all facets of the industry, starting as a supplier and having experience in new build, refit, brokerage, and yacht management.

Wait until you hear about her grandfathers innovative adventures and you'll be left with no doubts as to why this lady is exactly where she is meant to be and thriving. From underwater lights to the Marinas of Monaco, a true citizen of the world, Marcela speaks six languages with Spanish as her mother tongue; English, Italian, French, German and Portuguese also.

For more information www.onboard.mc

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After finding her love of design at the tender age of 7, Sarah declared to her parents she wanted to be an interior 'disaster' instead of a 'designer'. The mid 90's had her obsessed with the TV Changing Rooms and the excitement of a revealing a new and designer space. And now with her art and design diploma from University and a degree from the School of Art in Textile and Design, her attention was hijacked by Boats.

Sarah now works at Setag, with a full life and travel under her belt, she thrives in a team environment, creating and designing the beautiful interiors you see in the line. 

Sarah has a focus on sustainability - taking plastics collected from the oceans and plastics weaved into the furnishings, the design leaves clients with a feel good sense of contributing to the recycling of wastes and well as thrilling them in bringing their older boat back to life and up to date with modern design.

With modern day luxuries, clients can rely on Sarah to collaborate and create what they always wanted. 

www.setag.com

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Hi guys, I'm back in London and bringing you another round of interviews from our international guests from the Boating World.

In this episode I speak with the wildly talented Sophia Wilson, Digital Content Editor of Boat International, The global authority in superyachting.

Sophia shares her journey, challenges and achievements. As a journalist with no boating experience to leading a team that produces at least 8 pieces of content a day including a daily newsletter. 

Sophia has grown to love and live the boating world life and dives deep into the daily grind of working in, on and around the water through to lavish superyacht events she is 'forced' to attend. 

Such insights as to the types of careers the World of Boating offers. You can start yours anytime just by visiting www.marinejobs.com.au

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In this episode I speak with Monika Lemajic who has had an incredible career in the marine industry, and at 36 is now managing over 9000 marine assets with her role in Transport NSW.

From this conversation you will gain the insight of an empowered woman, dedicated not only to ensuring women are treated equally but they are supported to find their passion and build on their strengths.

Monika has an extraordinary attitude about being present, getting the job done right and with efficiency which leaves no room for her people to feel undervalued or unappreciated. 

As the president of www.wista.com.au Monika is sharing her voice to inspire other women to believe in themselves.  From her start in naval architecture, her curiosity continues to lead her into roles that expand her knowledge and her network. 

This is the real conversation about women who face challenges in a male dominated industry, the experience of women, the importance of finding confidence to hold your own space and the role men play in making them feel safe and supported. 

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From a single idea, the vision of Paul Miletta started on the crest of the Global Crisis Crash in 2008, and he has rode the alternating waves of change and challenge ever since.  In this episode we discuss pretty much everything, getting to the heart of his passion for finding the best yacht for the every sea. 

Since 2015, the CdM shipyard is the world’s leading builder of explorer yachts. The facilities cover an overall surface of 16˙000 square meters, including 7˙000 sq m of workshops and 1˙000 sq m of docks. They are a group bound together by their love for the sea. They are a team of men and women capable of tackling the day-to-day challenges in an ever-changing sector.

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See you on the water soon

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Cantiere delle Marche - Australia

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I'm going to preface this episode with a warning: This woman is unstoppable and together with her team and tenacity have brought you the changes and customer experiences that NSW has seen in government over the last few years. 

Nicole Watts, Director of NSW Maritime, has her feet firmly in the waters, looking to the future of our shoreline. With her extensive career in leadership and change management, a young family and charisma, you can't help but be inspired. 

Nicole thrives on getting it better, not just right. She has overseen the customer service journey at Service NSW, spent a year with Apple Australia and travelled extensively on her days off from her roles at Qantas during the pandemic, taking and making opportunities.

This interview was awe inspiring for me, demonstrating the transition of skills and ability into Marine Industry she inadvertently started in whilst working on Cruise Ships during her early life. She has an open invitation to come back onto the series. 

NSW Maritime

Transport NSW

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I'm heading straight into the headwinds this year with a plan to bring you the stories and pathways into the Marine and Boating Industry. 

This is a quick summary of what you can expect to hear and see across the platforms including the events, people and places where I would love to catch up with you.

If you are interested in being a guest on The Boat Princess this season, please head to the website or touch base through instagram.

To all my amazing supporters, thank you - I can't do this without you and I am so grateful for the support of my team that inspire me everyday and the amazing messages and comments I receive from my listeners on social media that shows me I am making a difference. 

See you on the water soon........

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Zoe Thomson is a young Perth woman who has spent her life on, in and around the water. From the age of 7, Zoe took herself off to sailing school and fell in love with the ocean, the companions and the hot chips. 

In this episode I chat to Zoe about her dream to compete at the Olympics in 2024. Her drive and determination runs deep with other achievements in International Titles taking out the Youth World Title a few years ago. 

From this conversation you'll hear what it takes each day for a future champion to develop her Olympic Dream.  With 2032 in Brisbane the home game is a big goal. 

Her career is two fold with a degree in finance and is One to Watch. 

Sailing will take her around the world, but her attitude is of a life long learner taking away the lessons losing a race delivers.  Towards the end hear how Zoe deals with disappointment, her vulnerability is pure inspiration and demonstrated resilience.

• the Australian Sailing Squad - Laser Radial

Zoe was recognised as WA Female Sailor of the Year.

For more information check out www.zoethomson.com.au

and to support Zoe you can by visiting  https://asf.org.au/athlete/zoe-thomson

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