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A new series begins on Yachting International Radio.In the first episode of American Refit, host Maria Pierce Schoenheit, Owner | Director of Operations at MPS 913 | Maritime Project Solutions, leads a direct conversation on the real state of yacht refit in America and what the industry needs to do to rebuild confidence, improve predictability, and deliver stronger outcomes for owners, captains, managers, shipyards, and service providers.Maria is joined by Colin Lord, Michelle Terorotua, and Robert Mac Keen for a practical discussion on U.S. yacht refit, project planning, procurement, customs, logistics, bonded warehouses, foreign trade zones, owner expectations, yard period oversight, and the importance of honest communication before a vessel enters the shipyard.This episode explores why confidence in the American refit market depends on early planning, accurate scope, realistic timelines, coordinated procurement, experienced shore-side support, and a willingness to align the people responsible for getting the project done properly.Featured in this episode:Maria Pierce Schoenheit Host, American Refit Owner | Director of Operations MPS 913 | Maritime Project Solutions

Yacht crew careers do not begin with glamour. They begin with training, resilience, humility, and the willingness to learn from the ground up.In this episode of The Crew Car, Captain James Battey speaks with Charlie Streeten, a recent UKSA cadetship graduate, about what it really looks like to take the first steps into the yachting industry.Charlie shares how his early experience in a boatyard in Cornwall helped shape his interest in yachting, why he chose the UKSA cadetship, and what the programme taught him about seamanship, deck skills, engineering pathways, crew life, and the reality of working at sea.The conversation covers the practical side of starting out, from learning to live and work closely with others, to navigating recruitment agencies, avoiding scams, considering dockwalking and day work, and staying resilient while searching for that first role.For young crew looking at yachting as a serious career, Charlie's story offers a grounded look at what the industry demands, what training can provide, and why attitude matters as much as qualifications.In this episode: • Charlie Streeten's route from school to yachting • How boatyard experience helped shape his direction • Why the UKSA cadetship became the right pathway • What cadets learn during the programme • Life onboard as part of a crew • Deck skills, ropework, splicing, and seamanship • Engineering pathways for young yacht crew • Job hunting, recruitment agencies, dockwalking, and day work • Avoiding scams and false opportunities • Why resilience matters when building a yacht careerConnect & Learn More:UKSA https://uksa.orgYacht Workers Council https://yachtworkerscouncil.comPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

Can an NDA stop yacht crew from reporting crime, abuse, harassment, unsafe working conditions, or wrongdoing onboard?In this episode of Forward Watch, host Karine Rayson speaks with Benjamin Maltby of Keystone Law about one of the most misunderstood legal issues in the superyacht industry: NDAs and crew rights.NDAs have a legitimate purpose. They can protect owner privacy, itineraries, commercial information, security details, and family confidentiality. But they cannot be used to prevent the reporting of criminal conduct.This conversation examines the line between protecting privacy and covering up wrongdoing, from social media breaches, drug use onboard, assault, hush money, unfair dismissal, and lifetime confidentiality clauses, to injuries, overwork, death onboard, and the complex question of which law applies when flag state, port state, and crew nationality overlap.Benjamin is clear that he speaks from the perspective of English law and that this discussion does not constitute legal advice. But for crew, captains, managers, owners, and DPAs, the wider message is vital: legal documents should be understood, not feared, and confidentiality must never become a shield for unsafe practice, abuse, or silence.Because protecting privacy matters.Protecting people matters more.In this episode, you'll hear about: • What NDAs are actually designed to protect in yachting • Whether an NDA can stop crew from reporting crime or abuse • What happens when crew breach confidentiality rules • Why social media can create privacy and security risks • How criminal conduct should be reported onboard • Why retaliation after reporting may lead to unfair dismissal claims • What lifetime confidentiality really means • When hush money can become legally dangerous • Which law may apply at sea • Why union support and early advice matter before something goes wrongPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website.

What happens when your body forces you to stop and listen?In this episode of Self Care, Geraldine Hardy shares one of her most vulnerable reflections yet, opening up about the health scare that became a turning point in her life.After discovering a tennis ball-sized tumor in her breast, Geraldine was forced to confront more than a physical diagnosis. Although the tumor was benign, the experience became a wake-up call that pushed her to examine burnout, emotional disconnection, people-pleasing, trauma, old habits, and the version of herself that could no longer survive by performing strength on the outside while suffering quietly within.Geraldine explores what radical self-care really means when surface-level change is no longer enough. This is not about doing more yoga, eating cleaner, or pretending wellness is a quick fix. It is about changing from within.She reflects on stepping away from energy-draining people, rebuilding her self-care routine, working with meditation and trauma alchemy, supporting the nervous system, and learning to stop seeking external validation during transformation.This is a raw and grounded episode about listening when the body speaks, facing what has been buried, and choosing healing before life has to get louder.Topics include:• Radical self-care beyond surface wellness • Burnout, trauma, and emotional disconnection • Health scares as turning points • Nervous system healing and inner work • Letting go of energy-draining people • Rebuilding discipline, boundaries, and self-trust • Facing grief, anger, fear, and emotional residueGeraldine's message is clear:When your body gives you a warning, listen before life has to get louder.

Yacht brokerage is built on trust, communication, market knowledge, and long-term client relationships.In this episode of Captain's Chat | Yachting International Radio, Captain Liam Devlin speaks with Elvis Sipe of HMY Yacht Sales about what really matters in yacht sales, from understanding a buyer's lifestyle to asking better questions, delivering bad news early, and supporting clients long after closing.Elvis shares how his background in sales, hospitality, and boating shaped his approach to yacht brokerage, and why the best brokers are not simply selling boats. They are helping clients create the right ownership experience.This conversation explores yacht sales strategy, used yacht market shifts, long sales cycles, buyer trust, broker-client relationships, collaboration with captains, crew, lawyers, lenders, insurance providers, and the importance of staying responsive in a high-value industry where credibility matters.Topics include: Yacht brokerage, yacht sales, HMY Yacht Sales, yacht buyers, yacht ownership, client trust, used yachts, yacht market trends, broker relationships, captain and broker collaboration, personal branding, and the ownership experience.Guest: Elvis Sipe Company: HMY Yacht Sales Instagram: @ElvisYachts Website: yachtsbyelvis.comPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website: https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

In Part 3 of this three-part UNCENSORED legal series, host Marién Sarriera is joined again by maritime lawyer and former seafarer Adria Notari for a practical conversation about legal protection after accidents, deaths, suicide, serious injuries, and unsafe situations at sea.This final episode focuses on when crew members or families should contact a lawyer, why early legal advice matters, and how to choose the right maritime attorney. Adria explains why flag state is not always the final answer, how flags of convenience can complicate legal claims, and why crew should understand the role of SEA agreements, owners, employers, and insurance companies.The conversation also covers legal deadlines, disclosure traps, cumulative trauma, repetitive injuries, reporting unsafe working conditions, and the damaging myth that nothing can be done once something goes wrong.For yacht crew, seafarers, families, and anyone working in the maritime industry, this episode is about understanding your rights before you need them.Guest: Adria NotariWebsite: notarilaw.com━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ SUPPORTED BY Moore Dixon ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Medical insurance designed for yacht crew, with global cover for emergencies, routine care, and support when it matters most.mdbl.imFacebook: @MDBLimitedLinkedIn: @moore-dixon-brokersPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

Before Captain Kerry Titheradge became known to millions through Below Deck, he built his life at sea the hard way.In this episode of Yachting USA, Captain Kerry joins Rick Thomas for a rare and deeply honest conversation about the career, discipline, setbacks, healing, and leadership journey that shaped him long before television entered the picture.Kerry traces his path from parasailing boats and commercial vessels to landing barges, yacht engineering, refit work, luxury yacht service, and eventually superyacht command. He talks about grinding for sea time, taking night jobs, working for free when necessary, learning from every vessel he stepped onto, and earning the experience that would later carry him into the public eye through Below Deck Adventure and the main Below Deck franchise.But this episode is not only about a captain's maritime career. It is about what happens behind the title.Kerry speaks openly about depression, divorce, grief, therapy, medication, meditation, breathwork, accountability, and the personal work that changed how he leads. He also shares why he started Mental Health Mondays, using his platform to speak honestly about difficult moments while offering practical tools that may help others move through their own.This is a yachting conversation with real depth: commercial boating, superyacht leadership, white boat service, Below Deck, mental health, resilience, accountability, and the courage it takes to keep rebuilding without pretending the hard parts never happened.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ SUPPORTED BY Engineered Yacht Solutions ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ https://eyswelding.com

What happens when the old version of you no longer fits, but the new version has not fully arrived yet?In this episode of Self Care, host Geraldine Hardy reflects on liminal space, family patterns, trauma healing, and the emotional reality of becoming someone you can no longer turn back from.Drawing from her own experience growing up in a Chinese Peranakan and German family, losing her father at nineteen, navigating PTSD, and understanding family dynamics through the lens of healing, Geraldine explores why unresolved wounds cannot be fixed by money, status, or external success.She also shares insight from her book, Moments That Matter, and explains how patterns repeat until they are seen, understood, and broken.This episode explores the uncomfortable middle of transformation: the closed doors, the friendships that fall away, the pull of old identities, and the quiet knowing that the return path no longer exists.Because real growth is not always clear while it is happening.Sometimes it begins in the in-between.

Yacht management is becoming more digital, more connected, and more dependent on systems that reduce admin rather than add to it.In this episode of Captain's Chat, Captain Liam Devlin speaks with Andrew Edwards of Yacht Multiworks about AI yacht management, bridge logs, crew admin, hours of rest, invoice scanning, checklists, supplier searches, smart handovers, and the practical ways digital tools can support captains, crew, engineers, and management companies.The conversation looks at one of the biggest operational problems onboard: too many disconnected systems, too much repeated paperwork, and too much valuable time lost to admin. Andrew explains how Yacht Multiworks is being built to bring core yacht operations into one platform, helping teams work more efficiently while improving visibility, communication, and compliance.This episode also includes a walkthrough of the Yacht Multiworks platform. The audio conversation stands on its own, but the platform demonstration is better viewed on YouTube for those who want to see how the system works visually.

What does sustainable footwear look like when it is built for real marine environments?In this episode of The Bridge, host Alex Siegars speaks with Alan Guyan, Founder and CEO of made+, at the Palm Beach International Boat Show about yacht footwear, sustainable materials, domestic manufacturing, marine performance, and why practical design matters around docks, decks, and yachts.Based in Annapolis, Maryland, made+ is creating footwear with a focus on reducing waste, using recycled materials, and building shoes designed to last. Alan explains how the company uses recycled plastic bottles in its shoe uppers, Michelin outsoles for grip and performance, and removable components that allow the shoes to be washed and used longer.For yacht crew, captains, marine professionals, and anyone working around the water, footwear is not just about appearance. It has to be comfortable, cleanable, reliable, and suited to demanding marine environments.In this episode:• Why made+ is focused on sustainable footwear • How recycled plastic bottles are used in the shoe uppers • Why durability matters in marine and yachting environments • The importance of washable, practical footwear • How Michelin outsoles support grip and performance • Why domestic manufacturing still matters • Where sustainability and function meet in footwear

Yacht crew safety cannot depend on silence, luck, or hoping someone speaks up before something goes wrong.In this episode of The Crew Car, Captain James Battey, Founder of the Yacht Workers Council, speaks with Devlin Cathey, Founder of All Safe Yachting, about practical systems designed to help protect yacht crew onboard and ashore.After years in the industry as a yacht chef, Devlin saw the pressure, isolation, fatigue, and hidden realities that many crew face behind the scenes. Following the loss of Paige Bell, he created All Safe Yachting to support stronger crew safety infrastructure, including panic button technology, anonymous reporting, mental health support, and better oversight for captains and management.This conversation looks at prevention, accountability, reporting, crew welfare, and why serious concerns need systems that cannot simply disappear when they become uncomfortable.Yachting is being forced to grow up. Crew safety, reporting, mental health, transparency, and accountability are no longer optional extras. They are part of what a professional industry should already have in place.

Can coral restoration become a scalable business capable of protecting reefs, coastlines, economies, and communities?In this episode of The Blue Economy, Katherine O'Fallon, Executive Director of the Marine Research Hub of South Florida, sits down with Sam Teicher, Co-Founder of Coral Vita, to explore how coral restoration is moving from traditional conservation work into a scalable blue economy model.Together, they unpack how Coral Vita is growing climate-resilient corals, building land-based coral farms, using technology and data to improve restoration outcomes, and creating a business model that supports reef recovery at a scale traditional funding alone cannot achieve.From coral nurseries, reef protection, and coastal resilience to investment, innovation, local workforce development, and the future of restoration technology, this conversation shows why coral reefs are not only ecological treasures, but critical infrastructure for the future of coastal economies.In this episode:• Why coral reefs matter to tourism, fisheries, coastlines, and global economies • How Coral Vita is scaling coral restoration as a business • Why traditional grant-funded restoration is not enough on its own • How land-based coral farms help grow stronger, more resilient corals • What Brain Coral technology brings to monitoring, data, and transparency • Why coral reefs act as natural coastal protection • How restoration connects to ports, development, and environmental mitigation • Why investors, family offices, and ocean-focused funds are paying attention • How coral restoration creates jobs beyond marine biology • Where the biggest opportunities lie for the future of reef recoveryGuest: Sam Teicher, Co-Founder, Coral Vita Website: https://coralvita.coHost: Katherine O'Fallon Executive Director, Marine Research Hub of South FloridaThe Blue Economy is powered by the Marine Research Hub of South Florida, advancing ocean innovation, sustainability, and economic growth. https://marineresearchhub.org

A crew member reports sexual assault onboard. The captain may have decades at sea, but no formal training on how to handle that situation.In this episode of The Wellbeing Project, Karine Rayson of The Crew Coach speaks with Chris O'Flaherty of The Nautical Institute about a serious gap in maritime regulation, onboard leadership, and crew safety.Recent STCW amendments now include harassment prevention and sexual assault response training, but the training has been added to PSSR, a once-in-a-career certificate. That means many captains, officers, heads of department, and senior crew already working at sea may never be required to complete it.The conversation looks at what this means for yacht crew, why the regulation matters, where it falls short, and why owners, operators, captains, and management companies cannot rely on compliance alone.Because when something happens onboard, policy does not respond first. People do.And if those people are not trained, the risk is very real.In this conversation:• Why the new STCW changes matter • The problem with placing this training inside PSSR • Why many existing captains and senior crew may be exempt • What sexual harassment and assault response means in practice • The role of flag state, company responsibility, and onboard leadership • Why crew safety depends on culture, training, and accountabilityGuest: Chris O'Flaherty, The Nautical InstituteHost: Karine Rayson, The Crew Coach https://www.thecrewcoach.comPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

What happens when inherited wealth, family legacy, pressure, and neurodivergence collide?In this episode of Self Care with Geraldine Hardy, Geraldine speaks with Octavian Sigismund Maria Gotthard Graf Pilati von Thassul zu Daxberg about aristocratic family history, inherited responsibility, family business crisis, neurodivergence, and the personal cost of carrying pressure from a young age.Octavian comes from a historic European family and was pulled into a major family and business crisis in his mid-twenties. That experience shaped his work around antifragile families, family governance, generational wealth, and the importance of building family systems that do not collapse under pressure.The conversation explores the reality behind privilege, succession, family expectations, burnout, decision fatigue, and the emotional weight that can sit behind wealth. Octavian also speaks openly about AuDHD, meaning Autism and ADHD, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, POTS, sensory overload, alcohol sensitivity, nutrition, and the role self-awareness plays in managing health and leadership.Octavian is the founder of The Antifragile Family®, a publication and framework focused on helping families survive wealth, legacy, crisis, and succession by becoming stronger under pressure. His main website also positions his work around antifragility, generational legacy, family business dynamics, governance, and crisis management. Learn more: Octavian Pilati: octavianpilati.com The Antifragile Family®: antifragilefamily.substack.com Family Hippocampus: family-hippocampus.comThis is a thoughtful conversation for anyone interested in family wealth, family offices, entrepreneurship, succession, neurodivergence, leadership pressure, and the private realities that often sit behind public privilege.Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website: https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

Yacht crew sea time should never depend on lost paperwork, forgotten logbooks, or last-minute panic before a course.In this episode of Captain's Chat, Captain Liam Devlin speaks with Jack Haworth, Co-Founder of Digital Sea Service, about how DSS is helping yacht crew, captains, and vessels manage sea time, verification, reports, and career progression more efficiently.This is a practical conversation about one of the most common admin problems in yachting: crew losing valuable sea time because records are still too manual, too fragmented, or left until they become urgent.Jack explains how Digital Sea Service was created, why sea time needs to be protected from day one, and how digital records, automated testimonials, PDFs, verification support, career tracking, and achievement-based features can help both crew and vessels save time.The conversation also looks at vessel responsibility, free access for junior crew, technology onboard, AI, drones, and why better digital tools should free captains and officers to focus more on training, leadership, people, and guest experience.Key topics include: • Why yacht crew lose valuable sea time • How Digital Sea Service helps record and manage sea time • Why captains and chief officers need better admin tools • Automated reports, PDFs, and crew testimonials • Verification, digital signatures, and vessel data • Career tracking and achievement-based crew progression • Why free access matters for junior crew • How technology is changing yacht operationsGuest: Jack Haworth, Co-Founder of Digital Sea Service Host: Captain Liam DevlinPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website: https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

Yachting business is built on reputation, reliability, and trust.In this episode of The Bridge, Alex Siegars sits down with Michael R. McIlwain, owner of Buff Daddy's Detailing, to break down how a yacht detailing business can grow entirely through captain relationships and word-of-mouth in the global yachting industry.From starting as a certified technician to building a respected name across South Florida, Michael explains how consistency, fast turnaround, and delivering quality work every time has positioned his company as a trusted service provider in yachting.The conversation explores the realities of yacht detailing, including ceramic coating vs waxing, handling high-pressure schedules, and why captains rely on professionals who simply show up and get the job done.This is a direct look at how reputation drives opportunity in the superyacht industry.

Yachting has no shortage of money, but far fewer examples of it being used to create something tangible outside the industry.In this episode of Rich AF, Charl Minnaar (The Yachting Investor) sits down with Thomas Hearn, Co-Founder and Chairman of Home Ghana, to talk through how a short volunteer trip turned into building schools, supporting education, and creating long-term opportunities in Ghana.What makes this conversation worth attention is the execution. There was no large organisation behind it, no external structure doing the heavy lifting. They stayed, used what they had, and gradually built something that now continues to grow with support from within the yachting network, particularly yacht crew.The discussion also touches on trust and transparency in charitable work, and why Home Ghana has structured itself to ensure people can clearly see where funding goes and how it is used.From there, the focus moves to the vocational skill centre they are developing, designed to provide practical, income-generating skills and create a path toward long-term independence rather than short-term support.

There are parts of the yachting industry that are still being handled quietly, often left unspoken or dealt with behind closed doors. This conversation brings them forward.In this episode of The Crew Car, Captain James Battey, Founder of the Yacht Workers Council, is joined by Cherise Reedman, Founder of Yacht Pearls of Wisdom and host of Superyacht Laundry, to examine the reality of crew safety, leadership accountability, and the structures that exist onboard today.This is not speculation. It is grounded in data.More than 900 women have contributed to the Female Yacht Crew Safety Survey, resulting in over 1,600 reported incidents across the yachting industry. What becomes clear is not only the scale of the issue, but the inconsistency in how incidents are handled once they are reported.The discussion moves beyond individual cases and into the broader environment onboard, looking at how leadership, training, and culture directly impact safety, retention, and the long-term sustainability of the industry.This episode addresses: • Crew safety and reporting realities in yachting • Leadership responsibility and accountability onboard • The gap in training and support for crew • Toxic onboard environments and retention challenges • Why reporting does not always lead to action • The role of captains in setting standards and cultureTake the survey here: https://survey.medusaproject.co.uk/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnK1X9Szgvp3SNJn-f2SSOWcVkLRrSkLekXTaJrGPnY6yq01-AUxiIo1Lu8Us_aem_a5km-O6lcS7ZlEcGF7933Q

What does it take to scale a business in today's yachting industry, and why are visibility and credibility now critical to accessing capital?Rick Thomas, host of Yachting USA, sits down with Rhonda Klch, Managing Partner at EquityFirst, to explore how entrepreneurs, investors, and growing companies can position themselves for real financial growth.Filmed at the Global Superyacht Forum Miami, this conversation brings an external perspective into yachting, connecting capital strategy, fundability, and the growing role of media in shaping business success.From her journey as a serial entrepreneur to advising companies on scaling and investment readiness, Rhonda breaks down how businesses move from concept to capital and why many fail to do so.

Yacht ownership is not just about the asset. It is about structure, compliance, and understanding how VAT, jurisdiction, and operational setup shape both risk and opportunity.In this episode of Maritime Legal, host Jessica Galea, Partner at Dingli & Dingli Law Firm, is joined by Dylan D'Agostino, Managing Director of Q Global Accounting Ltd, to break down how yacht ownership, VAT, and charter operations function across multiple jurisdictions.This discussion explores the realities of structuring a yacht for private use and commercial charter, the implications of VAT systems such as Malta's, and why proper planning and compliance are critical from day one.What's covered:  VAT upfront vs VAT postponement and the impact on cash flow   How charter operations shift VAT responsibility to the end user   Operating across multiple jurisdictions and staying compliant   Malta's VAT system and its role in yacht ownership structures   The “use and enjoyment” principle and how it affects VAT liability   Why documentation, logs, and record-keeping are essential   How poor planning can lead to penalties and legal exposure  ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ SUPPORTED BY Malta Ship Registry ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ https://maltashipregistry.gov.mtPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

What does it take to build a career at sea and rise through one of the most demanding industries in the world?In this episode of Women in Maritime, Julia Gosling speaks with Captain Antoinette Keller, Principal Officer at the South African Maritime Safety Authority in Cape Town.With over 30 years of experience, Antoinette shares her journey from cadet to senior leadership, navigating male-dominated crews, operational challenges, and the realities of long-term life at sea. Her perspective offers a rare look at both the opportunities and the pressures shaping modern maritime careers.This conversation explores: • Career progression from cadet to Master Mariner • Life onboard as the only woman • Safety, harassment, and industry accountability • Mental health, isolation, and crew welfare • The physical demands of seafaring • Recruitment challenges and the future workforce • Why inclusivity must become operational, not optionalThis is a direct and honest discussion on leadership, resilience, and the urgent need for change across the maritime industry.

Growth does not always feel empowering. Sometimes, it feels like losing the version of yourself that once made sense.In this episode of Self Care, host Geraldine Hardy explores what happens when you evolve beyond your old identity and why going back is not an option.Reflecting on her journey while writing and reshaping her book, Geraldine shares how personal growth can create distance between who you were and who you are becoming. The same conversations, environments, and relationships begin to feel different, and the pull to return to what is familiar becomes stronger.But familiar is not always aligned.This episode challenges that instinct and asks a more important question. Are you willing to move forward, even when it feels uncertain?Geraldine breaks down the importance of self-respect, the role of external validation in keeping people stuck, and why embracing both the light and dark sides of yourself is essential for real change.This is not about perfection.It is about being honest enough to accept that you are no longer who you were, and strong enough not to shrink back into it.Because growth demands movement.And the moment you start choosing yourself differently, everything else either rises with you or falls away.

Superyacht leadership is defined on the bridge, where navigation, communication, and decision making come together in real time.In this episode of Captain's Chat, Captain Liam Devlin speaks with Alicia Store, Chief Operating Officer at dsnm ltd and host of On The Bridge, about the realities behind modern superyacht operations.From supporting over 700 vessels globally to helping crews transition from paper charts to digital navigation systems, Alicia shares insight into how technology, leadership, and human performance intersect across today's yachting industry.The conversation explores bridge resource management, crew dynamics, onboarding, and the importance of communication in maintaining safety and efficiency at sea. It also highlights the pressures of crew life and the role leadership plays in building strong, adaptable teams onboard.

Yacht crew travel is one of the most underestimated parts of the industry, until something goes wrong.In this episode of Rich AF, Charl Minnaar (The Yachting Investor) sits down with Tim Davey, Founder and Managing Director of Global Marine Travel, to unpack what really sits behind something as simple as getting crew from one place to another.In yachting, it is never simple. Plans shift without warning, owners change direction, and what looks like a routine booking quickly becomes a logistical problem that needs to be handled properly.This conversation breaks down why the cheapest option is often the most expensive mistake, how flexible fares protect operations, and why human support still matters in an industry that runs around the clock.It also moves into the broader shifts shaping travel today, from COVID disruptions and global crew mobility challenges to the role AI is now playing in improving accuracy, tracking, and efficiency behind the scenes.

What does it really take to deliver seven-star service in yachting?In this episode of The Crew Car, Captain James Battey from the Yacht Workers Council speaks with Aurore Picard, Chief Stewardess and author of The Survival Guide for a Yacht Stew, about the reality behind yacht interior work and the standards that define the profession.From starting as a stew cook to rising to Chief Stewardess on one of the world's largest sailing yachts, Aurore shares how experience, structure and systems led to the creation of what is now being called the “stew bible”.This conversation breaks down the real demands of yacht service, from understanding guest psychology to managing pressure, maintaining standards and delivering consistency at the highest level.It also explores the wider challenges facing the industry today, including the impact of Below Deck, unrealistic expectations, crew preparedness and the importance of strong onboard culture.⚓ In this episode:• How Aurore entered the yachting industry • Why The Survival Guide for a Yacht Stew was created • The real work behind yacht interior service • Guest psychology and reading the room • Creating experiences that lead to rebookings • Crew culture and its impact on service • Standards, training and professionalism in yachting • Rotation and work life balance at sea

What defines truly exceptional superyacht design, and how does architecture shape the way yachts are lived in, not just admired?In this episode of Yachting USA, Rick Thomas speaks with Luiz De Basto, Architect and Yacht Designer at De Basto Designs, to explore the thinking behind modern superyacht design.Recorded at the Palm Beach International Boat Show, this conversation reflects both individual expertise and the broader direction of the global yachting industry, where innovation, craftsmanship, and evolving owner expectations continue to shape the future of yacht design.With a career spanning architecture, automotive influence, and decades of yacht design, Luiz brings a perspective grounded in real-world experience at sea. This conversation goes beyond aesthetics to examine how yachts function in practice, from movement onboard and spatial flow to the smallest design decisions that ultimately define comfort and usability.The discussion also explores how owner expectations are shifting, with a growing emphasis on privacy, personal use, and refined living over visible status, alongside the role of emerging technologies such as AI and virtual reality in shaping the future of yacht design.

There is a shift happening in yacht brokerage, and it is already underway.In this episode of The Bridge, host Alex Siegars of Yacht Crew Center sits down with Shelly Melcher, founder and CEO of 365 Yachts, to explore how technology, collaboration, and new thinking are reshaping the superyacht brokerage landscape.Shelly shares her journey into the yachting industry, the moment she identified a gap in traditional brokerage models, and how that led to the creation of a more modern, tech-driven business designed to better serve both clients and brokers.The conversation dives into the realities of launching a brokerage in a traditional industry, the importance of trust when working with ultra-high-net-worth clients, and why collaboration may be the key to future success in yachting.From AI-driven client experiences to innovative yacht-matching platforms, this episode looks at how the industry is evolving and what it means for the next generation of yacht professionals.• Building a modern yacht brokerage from the ground up • Identifying gaps in traditional brokerage models • The role of AI and technology in yachting • Collaboration vs competition in the superyacht industry • Building trust with high-value clients • Women in yachting and leadership

Can nuclear power transform global shipping, or does the risk outweigh the reward?In this episode of Sea Views, hosts Julia Gosling and Adam Parnell sit down with Martin King, Nuclear Systems Manager, and Paul Roberts, Senior Engineer at Naval Solutions Ltd, to unpack one of the most complex and debated topics in modern maritime: nuclear propulsion.Drawing on decades of experience in submarine operations and nuclear engineering, this conversation breaks down how nuclear reactors actually work at sea, why they are being reconsidered for commercial shipping, and what still stands in the way.This is not theoretical. It is a real discussion happening across regulators, engineers, and industry leaders today.

Trauma does not stay in the past. It shapes behaviour, relationships, health, and the patterns we repeat until they are consciously addressed.In this episode of Self Care, Geraldine Hardy shares a deeply personal reflection on her upcoming book Moments That Matter: A Journey of Healing, Remembering, and Unbecoming, and the lived experiences that led her to understand how trauma embeds itself across every layer of our lives.Drawing from her own journey through illness, burnout, and destructive relationship cycles, Geraldine explains why unresolved emotional wounds do not simply fade over time. They show up in the body, influence decision-making, and keep people locked in repeating patterns until responsibility is taken.This is not surface-level healing.It is about recognizing patterns, understanding their origin, and doing the work required to break them.In this episode:• How trauma embeds itself in behaviour, relationships, and physical health • The link between self-worth and repeated life patterns • Why emotional wounds can manifest as illness and burnout • How personal and professional cycles mirror each other • Why leaving a situation does not end the pattern • The role of responsibility in real, lasting change • How victimhood keeps patterns in place • Recognizing the moments that force awareness and transformationGeraldine also shares powerful personal experiences, including overcoming autoimmune challenges, navigating illness without surgery, and leaving harmful environments by first shifting internally.Her message is clear:Awareness without action changes nothing. Real healing comes from doing the deeper work.

Superyacht operations depend on precision, but too often decisions are made using unverified information.In this episode of Captain's Chat, Captain Liam Devlin sits down with Onno Ebbens, Founder of Ask TheBridge, to explore how validated, industry specific knowledge can transform decision making across the yachting sector.Filmed at Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas, this conversation dives into the growing role of AI in yachting, the risks of relying on generic information sources, and why standardization is becoming critical for safety, efficiency, and crew performance.From real onboard scenarios to wider industry challenges, this episode highlights how better information flow directly impacts time, cost, and the overall owner and guest experience.Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

The yachting industry is losing crew, and the problem is not recruitment. It is leadership.In this episode of Forward Watch, Karine Rayson speaks with Captain Luis Chagas, a Master 3000 with 18 years of experience in the superyacht industry, about the growing crew crisis in yachting and why leadership failure is driving turnover across yachts worldwide.This conversation goes directly into the reality of yacht crew culture, exposing how outdated leadership styles, lack of emotional intelligence, and poor management structures are impacting crew retention, safety, and performance onboard.Captain Luis Chagas explains why leadership in yachting must be defined by influence rather than rank, and why the industry continues to promote technical competence without developing the human skills required to lead crews effectively.The discussion also explores moral injury in yacht crew, the role of yacht management companies and DPAs, and why crew do not feel safe speaking up onboard yachts.This is a critical episode for anyone working in yachting, including yacht crew, superyacht captains, yacht management companies, and owners who want better performance, stronger teams, and long-term crew retention.In this episode:• Why yacht crew are leaving yachts across the industry • The reality of crew culture in yachting • Leadership failure in superyacht operations • Why leadership is influence, not rank • The gap between technical skills and emotional intelligence • Why captains are not trained to lead people • The role of yacht management and shore support • Why crew stay silent and how it impacts safety • How rotation improves crew retention and performance • What yacht owners need to understand about leadership

Accidents at sea are not rare. What is rare is crew fully understanding what happens next.In Part 2 of this three-part UNCENSORED maritime legal series, host Marién Sarriera sits down with maritime lawyer and former officer Adria Notari to break down the legal realities of injury on board and what crew must do to protect themselves from the moment something goes wrong.From immediate medical care and employer responsibility to repatriation, salary rights, and liability, this episode exposes the legal framework that sits behind every incident at sea. It also highlights where crew unintentionally put themselves at risk, often without realising it, through early statements, lack of documentation, or misunderstanding their rights.This is not theory. It is the system that applies whether crew are aware of it or not.• What to do immediately after an injury on board • Who is responsible for medical care and treatment • Why documenting incidents matters • Delayed injuries and how they are treated legally • Surgery, repatriation, and recovery decisions • Salary and contract rights during recovery • Off-duty injuries and when maritime law still applies • The most common mistakes crew make after an accident • Alcohol, fatigue, and understaffing in liability • Witness protections and the right to refuse unsafe work • Why early legal advice can change the outcomeMarién Sarriera is joined by Adria Notari, a licensed maritime lawyer and former seafarer who represents crew in cases involving injury, assault, and wrongful death at sea.This episode is essential listening for anyone working in the yachting and maritime industry.

Superyacht brokerage is not what yacht crew think it is. And life after yachting is where most people get caught out.In this episode of Rich AF, Charl Minnaar (The Yachting Investor) sits down with yacht broker Antonio Palazuelos Archdale of FGI Yachts to break down the reality of transitioning from yacht crew to land-based careers in the yachting industry.From entering yacht brokerage with no network to spending heavily before closing a single deal, Antonio explains why the superyacht brokerage world is a long-term game built on relationships, persistence, and financial resilience.The conversation then shifts into life after yachting. What happens when the structure disappears, expenses become real, and time is no longer controlled for you. They unpack the financial shock many crew face, the challenges of managing time on land, and why so many people underestimate how difficult the transition can be.They also take a hard look at lifestyle creep in yachting, from hobby spending to luxury traps, and why failing to plan ahead leaves too many crew starting over with nothing despite years of high income.

What defines real superyacht innovation after more than 140 years of yacht building?In this episode of Yachting USA, Rick Thomas sits down with Anders Pehrson, Commercial Director of Huisfit, and Jurjen van 't Verlaat, Marketing & Communications at Royal Huisman, Huisfit and Rondal.Royal Huisman is one of the most respected names in superyacht construction, known for precision engineering, high-performance sailing yachts, and a long-term approach to build quality that extends far beyond delivery. Through its refit division, Huisfit, the shipyard continues to redefine what is possible by extending vessel lifespan and integrating advanced technologies such as hybrid propulsion systems.This conversation explores how heritage, engineering discipline, and strategic investment shape the future of superyacht construction and refit, and why lifecycle thinking is becoming central to the global fleet.• Over 140 years of Royal Huisman superyacht heritage • The engineering behind true superyacht quality • Hybrid propulsion and future-ready yacht systems • Why superyacht refit is critical to long-term performance • Northern Europe's leadership in yacht building and refit • The shift toward lifecycle thinking in modern yachting

Trauma does not stay in the past. It shapes behaviour, influences decisions, and drives the patterns people continue to repeat in relationships, health, and life.In this episode of Self Care, host Geraldine Hardy shares a deeply personal and grounded perspective on trauma, self-worth, and the cycles that continue until they are consciously addressed. Drawing from her own experiences with illness, burnout, and repeated relationship dynamics, she explains how unresolved emotional wounds can manifest physically and influence both personal and professional outcomes.This conversation moves beyond surface-level healing and into the reality of what it takes to break patterns at their root. It challenges the idea that leaving a situation means healing, and instead focuses on responsibility, awareness, and real transformation.This episode explores: • How trauma shapes behaviour and repeating life patterns • The connection between self-worth and the environments we accept • Why unresolved emotional wounds can manifest as physical illness • The link between burnout, chronic conditions, and deeper causes • Why patterns repeat across relationships and careers • The role of responsibility in breaking cycles • How to move beyond victimhood and create real change • Why healing requires addressing the root, not just the symptomsGeraldine also shares insight into her upcoming book Moments That Matter: A Journey of Healing, Remembering, and Unbecoming, offering a direct look at how awareness becomes action, and how transformation is built through confronting what most people avoid.Because healing is not about coping. It is about breaking the cycle.

Superyacht refits do not fail in the shipyard. They fail in planning, communication, and execution long before a vessel arrives.In this episode of Captain's Chat, Captain Liam Devlin speaks with Maria Pierce Schoenheit, Owner and Director of Operations at Maritime Project Solutions, about the real challenges behind superyacht refit projects and yacht operations.Filmed at the Palm Beach International Boat Show, one of the most important events in the global yachting calendar, this conversation highlights how poor planning, vendor misalignment, and lack of communication between captains, shipyards, and contractors continue to cost the yacht industry time, money, and efficiency.With over 20 years in the maritime industry, Maria shares how early engagement, structured planning, and strong operational leadership can dramatically improve refit outcomes across the superyacht sector.This episode also introduces the American Refit Leadership Council and the upcoming American Refit Podcast, both focused on improving standards, consistency, and collaboration across the superyacht refit industry.

What is the Global Superyacht Forum Miami and why is it positioning itself as one of the most important new events in the superyacht industry?In this episode of Yachting USA, the focus is entirely on the Global Superyacht Forum Miami, a high-level industry forum designed for owners, family offices, investors, and senior decision-makers shaping the future of yachting.This is not a yacht show. This is a strategic platform built around influence, investment, infrastructure, and the evolving role of yachting within the luxury hospitality and asset landscape.As Miami continues to establish itself as a global hub for wealth and superyacht activity, this forum brings together the people who are driving decisions across ownership, development, and long-term industry direction.From ownership structures and refit strategies to global investment flows and infrastructure challenges, this conversation explores why forums like this are becoming critical to the future of the superyacht sector.

Life as a superyacht chef is often seen as glamorous, but the reality behind the galley tells a very different story.In this episode of The Crew Car, Captain James Battey, Founder of the Yacht Workers Council, speaks with superyacht chef Rebecca Yewdall about the true demands of working across the global yachting industry, from stepping into last-minute roles and managing high-pressure galley environments to balancing family life with an unpredictable career at sea.This conversation explores what it really takes to succeed as a freelance yacht chef, including provisioning challenges, emergency placements, and the expectation to deliver exceptional standards regardless of the circumstances.It also moves beyond the galley into wider industry issues, including crew welfare, hiring expectations, retention challenges, and the need for stronger support systems across the superyacht sector.Rebecca offers a grounded and honest perspective on building a sustainable career in yachting, highlighting both the opportunities and the pressures that define life on board.This episode is relevant for captains, chefs, crew, yacht managers, owners, and anyone interested in the realities of working in the superyacht industry.Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

What does it actually take to build a career and business inside the superyacht industry?In this episode of Yachting USA, host Rick Thomas speaks with Morgan Sandoval, Founder of Morganized and Head of Sponsorship & Partnerships for the Global Superyacht Forum Miami.Morgan's pathway into yachting reflects the reality of how many careers in this industry are built. From corporate roles in New York supporting senior executives, through COVID layoffs, and into entry-level boating roles, her progression into yacht brokerage and now consulting was developed step by step through experience, adaptability, and operational awareness.Working within yacht brokerage, Morgan expanded from administrative support into listings, contracts, marketing, and client management, becoming a central operational force within the business. That same foundation now drives Morganized, a consulting model focused on improving structure, efficiency, and team performance across the yachting industry.This conversation also addresses the less visible side of career development. The personal challenges, resilience, and reinvention required to continue forward in a demanding, relationship-driven sector.As the superyacht industry continues to evolve, the ability to create structure, manage complexity, and operate across multiple roles is becoming essential.Guest:Morgan Sandoval Founder, Morganized Head of Sponsorship & Partnerships, Global Superyacht Forum MiamiMorganized: https://www.morganized.coGlobal Superyacht Forum Miami: https://www.gsyforummiami.com/Host:Rick Thomas━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ SUPPORTED BY Engineered Yacht Solutions ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you need serious metalwork done right, from precision yacht fabrication to dependable, real-world solutions, Engineered Yacht Solutions is the team to call. Visit: https://eyswelding.com

Port Everglades is one of the most powerful maritime and economic engines in the United States, driving billions in trade, energy distribution, and cruise activity while shaping the future of the global blue economy.In this episode of The Blue Economy, Katherine O'Fallon, Executive Director of the Marine Research Hub of South Florida, sits down with Joseph Morris, CEO and Port Director of Port Everglades, to break down how modern ports operate at scale and why their role is expanding far beyond logistics.From record-breaking cargo, cruise, and energy throughput to infrastructure expansion, environmental mitigation, and real-world innovation pilots, this conversation reveals how Port Everglades is balancing growth, sustainability, and long-term competitiveness.This is a direct look at how ports function as self-sustaining economic systems and why they are central to global trade, supply chains, and regional development.

Trauma addiction disease are more connected than most people realize.In this episode of Self Care, Geraldine Hardy is joined by Despo Pishiri, a clinical hypnotherapist and naturopath, to explore how unresolved trauma impacts mental health, drives addiction, and contributes to physical illness.Despo shares her journey from displacement and breakdown to becoming a practitioner focused on emotional healing, root cause therapy, and natural health. Together, they explain how trauma is stored in the body, how it affects the nervous system and hormones, and why many people remain stuck in cycles of addiction and disease.This is a direct conversation about moving beyond symptom management and addressing the root cause.What you will learn:• How trauma affects the nervous system and physical health • The connection between trauma, addiction, and disease • Why addiction is often a response to unresolved emotional pain • How belief systems shape behaviour and outcomes • The link between trauma and autoimmune conditions • Why taking responsibility is key to healing • How shifting perception can change your life trajectory • The difference between traditional therapy and deeper healing approachesThis episode of Self Care explores the deeper connection between mental health, trauma, and physical wellbeing, offering a grounded perspective on what real healing requires.

Yacht design is more than aesthetics. It defines how a yacht is experienced, lived in, and remembered.In this episode of Captain's Chat, Captain Liam Devlin sits down with Patrick Knowles, founder of Patrick Knowles Designs and Yacht Life Brands, to explore yacht design at the highest level of luxury.This conversation breaks down how superyacht interiors are created through material selection, proportion, and narrative, and why true yacht design is about cohesion, not decoration. From the design thinking behind Unbridled to the discipline required to manage complex interior builds, Patrick Knowles explains what separates high-end yacht interiors from everything else in the market.The discussion also explores the evolution of luxury in yachting, including bespoke experiences such as curated caviar offerings through Yacht Life Brands, and how modern yacht owners expect more than just a vessel. They expect a complete lifestyle.

What does it take to build the world's most iconic superyachts?In this episode, former Feadship CEO Dick van Lent shares a rare inside look at superyacht shipbuilding at the highest level.With decades of experience at Royal Van Lent Shipyard, part of the Feadship group, this conversation explores the reality of yacht construction, engineering precision, and the legacy behind one of the most respected names in global yachting.From scaling superyacht builds beyond 100 metres to maintaining quality across a growing fleet, this is a grounded discussion on what defines excellence in yacht shipbuilding today.The conversation also moves into the infrastructure required to support modern superyachts, including refits, workforce development, and the long-term demands of operating at the top end of the yacht industry.Innovation remains central.From hydrogen-powered yacht concepts to future materials and design, this episode looks at how superyacht builders are shaping the next generation of yacht construction.At its core, this is a conversation about people, precision, and the standards that continue to define the global superyacht industry.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ SUPPORTED BY Engineered Yacht Solutions ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you need serious metalwork done right, from precision yacht fabrication to dependable, real-world solutions, Engineered Yacht Solutions is the team to call. Visit: https://eyswelding.com

What is success really, and why do so many people still feel unfulfilled even when they achieve it?In this episode of Self Care, Geraldine Hardy explores the true definition of success, self trust, and why external validation will never create lasting confidence or fulfilment.This is a grounded, honest conversation about personal growth, mindset, emotional wellbeing, and the importance of building internal alignment rather than relying on approval from others. It challenges common ideas around success, money, and self worth, while offering a clear perspective on how to make decisions based on clarity, not fear.If success is being driven by the need to be seen, heard, or validated, then it is built on something that will not hold. This episode focuses on shifting that foundation inward.This episode explores: • What success really means beyond status and approval • Why external validation will never be enough • How to build self trust and internal confidence • Letting go of other people's opinions and expectations • The balance between money, spirituality, and self worth • Making decisions based on alignment, not fear • Why your journey does not need to be understood by others • Strengthening resilience when facing doubt or criticism • Learning to listen inward instead of outward • Defining success on your own terms

The Female Yacht Crew Safety Survey is one of the most important initiatives currently shaping conversations around women's safety in the yachting industry.In this episode of Captain's Chat, Captain Liam Devlin speaks with Cherise Reedman, Founder of Yacht Pearls of Wisdom and host of Superyacht Laundry, to explore why this survey was created, what it aims to uncover, and why participation from female yacht crew is critical.This is a direct look at the realities many women face on board, including reporting gaps, power imbalance, isolation at sea, and the challenges that arise when incidents occur. The discussion also highlights the need for stronger onboarding, better support systems, and greater accountability across the industry.The survey is anonymous and designed to provide clear, actionable data that can help drive meaningful change.Take the survey here: https://survey.medusaproject.co.uk/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnK1X9Szgvp3SNJn-f2SSOWcVkLRrSkLekXTaJrGPnY6yq01-AUxiIo1Lu8Us_aem_a5km-O6lcS7ZlEcGF7933QIn this episode: • Female yacht crew safety and industry-wide challenges • Reporting systems and gaps in yachting • Isolation and onboard working conditions • Power imbalance between crew and leadership • Repeat offenders and accountability • Support systems after incidents • Why data collection is critical for changeThis episode is relevant for yacht crew, captains, management companies, and anyone involved in the global yachting industry.

Women in maritime leadership, career progression, and diversity in the maritime industry remain critical topics as the sector looks toward the future.In this episode of Women in Maritime, host Julia Gosling speaks with Sanjam Sahi Gupta, Founder of MaritimeSheEO and Director at Sitara Shipping, about building pathways for women in maritime and supporting the next generation of leaders across the global shipping industry.MaritimeSheEO, now active in over 70 countries, focuses on empowering women in maritime through mentorship, leadership accelerator programmes, and community support. The conversation explores the gap between junior and senior roles, and why more structured support is needed to help women progress into leadership positions.This episode also addresses key challenges in the maritime industry, including safety at sea, workplace culture, harassment, and the importance of enforcing existing regulations. Alongside this, Sanjam highlights the role of confidence, self-belief, and visibility in helping women build long-term careers in shipping and maritime.Backed by research demonstrating a strong link between diversity and improved business performance, innovation, and profitability, this discussion reinforces why gender diversity in maritime is not only an equity issue but a business imperative.Topics covered include:  Women in maritime careers and leadership development   MaritimeSheEO and global mentorship networks   Diversity in the shipping industry and business performance   Safety, harassment, and workplace culture at sea   Career progression from junior roles to leadership   The future of maritime recruitment and workforce challenges  This is a clear and grounded discussion on the realities of working in maritime today, and what the industry must do to build a stronger, more inclusive future.

Pregnancy at sea is one of the least understood realities in the yachting industry—and one of the most financially and legally risky for crew.In this episode of The Wellbeing Project, Karine Rayson (The Crew Coach) sits down with Sandra Jordaan (The Yacht Purser) to break down what actually happens when a crew member falls pregnant while working onboard a yacht.From Seafarer Employment Agreements (SEA) and MLC compliance to insurance gaps, medical costs, and job security, this conversation exposes the hard truth: many yacht crew have little to no protection unless they have planned ahead.This is essential listening for anyone working in yachting, considering a career at sea, or responsible for crew welfare.

Yacht tender loss is a growing risk in the superyacht industry, especially as larger tenders and chase boats are towed over long distances at sea.In this episode of The Crew Car, Captain James Battey, Founder of the Yacht Workers Council, speaks with Deborah Fry, Director of Yacht Trace, about real-time tender monitoring systems designed to prevent loss, improve safety, and give captains full visibility while underway.This conversation breaks down the critical difference between basic tracking systems and full monitoring solutions, including real-time data on bilge levels, battery status, pitch, roll, and geofencing between the mothership and tender.With increasing pressure from insurers and underwriters to reduce risk, this episode explores how new marine technology is shaping safer operations across the superyacht sector.It also dives into broader industry challenges including miscommunication, resistance to new technology, crew-led decision making, and the need for better education and transparency in yachting.For captains, engineers, yacht managers, and owners, this episode provides practical insight into how to protect high-value assets and avoid preventable losses at sea.

Maritime law, yacht industry leadership, and professional networking are all critical to long-term success in yachting. But what does that actually look like in practice?In this episode of Yachting USA, Rick Thomas speaks with Erin Ackor, Partner at AeroMarine Law, about her 21-year career in maritime law, her decision to launch a new firm, and the realities of building influence in the superyacht industry.This is a direct, experience-driven conversation that goes beyond theory and into how careers are actually built in yachting.From maritime law and aviation law differences to the role of the International Superyacht Society (ISS), this episode breaks down how professionals create opportunity, build networks, and contribute to the future of the yacht industry.Key topics in this episodeMaritime law in the yachting industry Aviation law vs maritime law differences Launching AeroMarine Law after 21 years Career reinvention in yachting International Superyacht Society ISS leadership Yacht industry networking and business growth ISS Ambassador Program and global industry reach Meet the Fleet initiative and captain feedback Talent shortage in yachting and the Talent Pledge Leadership transition and industry evolution Building credibility and influence in yachting Giving back and long-term career developmentGuest & industry linksAeroMarine Law https://www.aeromarine.lawInternational Superyacht Society (ISS) https://www.superyachtsociety.orgPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ SUPPORTED BY Engineered Yacht Solutions ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you need serious metalwork done right, from precision yacht fabrication to dependable real-world solutions, Engineered Yacht Solutions delivers. https://eyswelding.com