Shows

Greg & Kevin are joined by Rachel Dickey from TripShock and Stephen Edwards from AAMP Agency to discuss TripShock's rebrand and a new business venture by Kevin and Steve! [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by AAMP Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://aamp.agency Show Links: Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1155418904790489 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aw...

Greg and Kevin chat Tourpreneur's Mitch Bach and Chris Torres about all things sales and marketing. [HURRICANE IAN DONATIONS] TripShock is a proud member of the watersports community, and we are deeply saddened by reports from many of our colleagues, friends, and partners who have lost everything during Hurricane Ian. We will work closely with operators in impacted areas to distribute 100% of the funds raised to support their staff and families during this difficult time. Click here to donate! ...

Greg and Kevin chat with Lt. Seth Wagner with the FWC to go over some of the changes to liveries due to Florida Senate Bill 606. [HURRICANE IAN DONATIONS] TripShock is a proud member of the watersports community, and we are deeply saddened by reports from many of our colleagues, friends, and partners who have lost everything during Hurricane Ian. We will work closely with operators in impacted areas to distribute 100% of the funds raised to support their staff and families during this difficult...

Greg and Kevin give a recap of the 2022 Arival Conference in Las Vegas. [HURRICANE IAN DONATIONS] TripShock is a proud member of the watersports community, and we are deeply saddened by reports from many of our colleagues, friends, and partners who have lost everything during Hurricane Ian. We will work closely with operators in impacted areas to distribute 100% of the funds raised to support their staff and families during this difficult time. Click here to donate! [SPONSORS] Von Mack Agency. ...

Greg and Kevin give a recap of the 2022 watersport forum in Orlando, FL. [HURRICANE IAN DONATIONS] TripShock is a proud member of the watersports community, and we are deeply saddened by reports from many of our colleagues, friends, and partners who have lost everything during Hurricane Ian. We will work closely with operators in impacted areas to distribute 100% of the funds raised to support their staff and families during this difficult time. Click here to donate! [SPONSORS] Von Mack Agency....

The AWG Guys share some of their best moments in a short bloopers reel. They also talk about some of their past experiences with former employees, and what they would be doing if they were not in the watersport business. [SPONSORS] Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com. Receive a free digital marketing consultation as a listener of the show. Boat Tests101. Receive 30% commission on each temporary certificate completed. Best rates on digital bo...

Kevin & Greg share their thoughts on why cleanliness and kindness go a long way with increasing revenue and retention. [SPONSORS] Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com. Receive a free digital marketing consultation as a listener of the show. Boat Tests101. Receive 30% commission on each temporary certificate completed. Best rates on digital boats tests. https://boattests101.com/ [2022 WATERSPORT CONFERENCE] Make sure to join us for this year'...

Chris Woodruff of Vero Tackle & Watersports joins the show for his second appearance to talk shop about what his experience has been like as a Marina owner. Chris shares some the highs and lows, and explains some restrictions regarding slip leases. If you're renting from a marina, this episode is for you! [SPONSORS] Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com. Receive a free digital marketing consultation as a listener of the show. Boat Tests101. Re...

Bruce Rosard of Arival joins the AWG guys to talk about his journey from being a tour operator to running conferences all over the world. Arival is the one of the few conferences globally that focus exclusively on tours and activities. This year the conference will be held in Las Vegas from October 10-13th. [SPONSORS] Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com. Receive a free digital marketing consultation as a listener of the show. Boat Tests101. ...

The AWG guys chat with Brian Holland, co-founder of BoatTests101.com. BoatTests101.com is a digital boat rental test that provides temporary and permenent boating certificates. Brian walks us through his journey into creating the software, and why it's helping (and monetizing) boat rental operators everywhere! [SPONSORS] Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com. Receive a free digital marketing consultation as a listener of the show. Boat Tests10...

Sharpen your SEO skills as the AWG guys welcome CEO Brant Scheifler of Automatic Outreach. Brant shares his knowledge on various topics such as Blogging, Google My Business, and the current state of SEO. [SPONSORS] Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com. Receive a free digitmal marketing consultation as a listener of the show. Boat Tests101. Receive 30% commission on each temporary certificate completed. Best rates on digital boats tests. https...

The AWG Guys welcome Bill Saunders from Fourth Media to discuss the business of NFT's and crypto. Whether you're an amateur or novice, discover why this emerging technology should be on your radar as a business person. [SPONSORS] Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com. Receive a free digitmal marketing consultation as a listener of the show. Boat Tests101. Receive 30% commission on each temporary certificate completed. Best rates on digital boa...

The AWG guys are back with another AMA! This is a 2 part series where questions are answered from facebook group members. In this episode, listeners ask about operational challenges, leases, and insurance co-ops. [SPONSORS] AAMP Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://aamp.agency Boat Tests101. Receive 30% commission on each temporary certificate completed. Best rates on digital boats tests. https://boattests101.com/ [2022 WATERSPORT CONFERENCE] Make sure to join us for t...

The AWG guys are back with another AMA! This is a 2 part series where questions are answered from facebook group members. In this episode, listeners ask about illegal charters and watersport/boating regulations. [SPONSORS] AAMP Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://aamp.agency Boat Tests101. Receive 30% commission on each temporary certificate completed. Best rates on digital boats tests. https://boattests101.com/ [2022 WATERSPORT CONFERENCE] Make sure to join us for th...

The AWG guys chat with Sean Joy, CEO of Southern Star Dolphin Cruises in Destin, FL, which was just recently acquired by Chenmark. Southern Star is one of Destin's longest running tour businesses in the Florida Panhandle. Sean walks us through his experience of running a large volume tour business, and his advice for what he wish he knew before jumping in! [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by AAMP Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://aamp.agency [2022 WATERSPORT CONFE...

The AWG guys sit down with Andy Kurtz, a 45 year watersport veteran out of San Diego and founder of Seaforth Boat Rentals. The guys talk with Andy about his journey into watersports, illegal charters, and his outlook on 2022 and beyond. Andy also shares some sage advice for those looking to get into the industry. [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by AAMP Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://aamp.agency [2022 WATERSPORT CONFERENCE] Make sure to join us for this year's ...

The AWG guys sit down with Kevin Nobis, a 25 year watersport veteran and managing partner of Bonita Jet Ski and Parasail. The talk about Kevin's personal growth in watersports including his relationship with his business partner and mentor. As always, a lot of laughs and great conversation about leadership and trusting your crew. [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by AAMP Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://aamp.agency [2022 WATERSPORT CONFERENCE] Make sure to join us...

Kevin and Greg welcome Ilya Rozen from Destiny Water Adventures. The guys touch on a little bit of everything including res tech best practice, upsells, features, and Fareharbor. Ilya is also Kevin's business partner! [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by AAMP Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://aamp.agency [2022 WATERSPORT CONFERENCE] Make sure to join us for this year's watersport conference in Orlando, FL on 9/26 and 9/27. Get all the info including tickets and lod...

Kevin and Greg discuss a recent boating incident, and discuss why doing the minimum is not enough when it comes to customer safety. [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by AAMP Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://aamp.agency [2022 WATERSPORT CONFERENCE] Make sure to join us for this year's watersport conference in Orlando, FL on 9/26 and 9/27. Get all the info including tickets and lodging at https://partners.tripshock.com/watersport-boat-tour-operator-forum-orlando/ S...

The AWG guys are BACK! Kevin shares his story of recovery from his medical emergency, and the guys dig into what's happening with 2022. Also, a big announcement for the 2022 watersport and boat tour operator conference. [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by the Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com Show Links: Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/...

Kevin & Greg discuss what to look out for when changing locations. Also, get an update on what the guys are seeing so far as the Spring season gets underway. [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by the Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com Show Links: Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1155418904790489 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a...

Kevin & Greg talk with Brian Cain of Crawl New Orleans. Crawl New Orleans is a walking tour and pub crawl experience operating in multiple cities. Brian talks about his journey as an entrepreneur, and his experiences with street vendors, commissions, and other topics regarding growth and marketing. [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by the Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com Show Links: Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com Facebook Pag...

Kevin & Greg talk about the art of selling with John Dessauer of the Dessauer Group. John and his wife Heather are serial investors of their own, and have investments including apartments, single-family homes, office buildings, and raw land. They own a lending company, Oppenheimer Realty Capital that works only with real estate investors and a marketing company, Safari Marketing and Media that does a wide variety of projects to help businesses of all kinds market their products and services. Fin...

Kevin & Greg provide some updates on their business and the 2022 tourist season. [SPONSOR] - This show is sponsored by the Von Mack Agency. Check out their digital marketing services at https://vonmackagency.com Show Links: Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1155418904790489 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awg_podcast/