Boating

BlastX Consulting Launches the BlastX AI Innovation Center

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Monday, October 16, 2023

BlastX Consulting today announced the creation of the BlastX AI Innovation Center, an initiative where internal experts are teaming up with external partners to convert AI-enabled technologies into real-world customer experience (CX) value and impact.

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  • BlastX Consulting today announced the creation of the BlastX AI Innovation Center, an initiative where internal experts are teaming up with external partners to convert AI-enabled technologies into real-world customer experience (CX) value and impact.
  • Recognizing the need for rational, concrete AI use-cases, the BlastX AI Innovation Center is helping clients cut through the hype and hysteria about AI, providing self-assessment tools linked to clear, step-by-step roadmaps for operationalizing AI.
  • The BlastX AI Innovation Center is such a powerful venture because it pairs technologists’ rapidly evolving understanding of AI’s capabilities with our consultants’ familiarity with digital CX challenges gained over decades.
  • To learn more about The BlastX AI Innovation Center and the AI-for-CX initiative, visit blastx.com/ai-innovation-center .

Vista Outdoor Foundation Elects Diane Bristol of Simms as Board President

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

The Vista Outdoor Foundation (the “Foundation”), the philanthropic partner of Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO), announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously elected Diane Bristol as Board President.

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  • The Vista Outdoor Foundation (the “Foundation”), the philanthropic partner of Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO), announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously elected Diane Bristol as Board President.
  • Bristol serves as Vice President of Culture & Community for Vista Outdoor brand Simms Fishing Products.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230622313339/en/
    The Vista Outdoor Foundation, the philanthropic partner of Vista Outdoor Inc., announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously elected Diane Bristol as Board President.
  • Bristol serves as Vice President of Culture & Community for Vista Outdoor brand Simms Fishing Products.

Take Me Fishing™ Unveils a Fishing Line as Strong as the Women It Was Made For

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Monday, June 5, 2023

In honor of National Fishing and Boating Week ( NFBW ), Take Me Fishing™, a national campaign from the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF), launched Fearless Fishing Line, a limited-edition fishing line created in partnership with Berkley®.

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  • In honor of National Fishing and Boating Week ( NFBW ), Take Me Fishing™, a national campaign from the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF), launched Fearless Fishing Line, a limited-edition fishing line created in partnership with Berkley®.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230526005301/en/
    In addition to spotlighting the life-changing benefits of fishing and boating, Fearless Fishing Line was created to encourage more women to get out on the water.
  • Take Me Fishing created Fearless Fishing Line in partnership with Berkley, a Pure Fishing brand.
  • For additional information on the campaign, including the research that inspired it and Fearless Fishing Line, visit https://www.takemefishing.org/find-your-best-self/ .

National Safe Boating Awareness Week: 5 Tips to Save Lives This Summer

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

National Safe Boating Awareness Week: 5 Tips to Save Lives This Summer

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  • National Safe Boating Awareness Week: 5 Tips to Save Lives This Summer
    MyBoatCard.com, Canada's leading provider of Pleasure Craft Operator Cards, is urging boaters across the country to prioritize safety during Safe Boating Awareness Week, taking place from May 20th to May 26th, 2023.
  • This national initiative, run by the Canadian Safe Boating Council, aims to raise awareness about the importance of safe boating practices and reduce the alarming statistics of boating-related incidents in Canada.
  • "The majority of boating accidents are preventable by following the 5 essential boating safety tips."
  • MyBoatCard.com encourages all Canadians to get educated to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience on the water this summer.

Garmin and Sea Tow join forces to improve boating safety

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Sea Tow members will enjoy access to exclusive education on Garmin and Navionics products, along with preferred pricing on cartography.

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  • Sea Tow members will enjoy access to exclusive education on Garmin and Navionics products, along with preferred pricing on cartography.
  • Garmin and Sea Tow share a commitment to making recreational boating and fishing safer and more enjoyable every time you leave the dock, said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of global consumer sales.
  • Sea Tow captains are there to help boaters when it matters most, so its essential they are equipped with best-in-class electronics and cartography, said Kristen Frohnhoefer, Sea Tow president.
  • About Sea Tow Services International, Inc. Sea Tow Services International Inc., better known as Sea Tow, has been the premier leader of on-water assistance since 1983.

Guest Services Inc. Appoints Nico J. Foris to Chief Executive Officer

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Friday, December 17, 2021

FAIRFAX, Va., Dec. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Guest Services Inc. , a leading national hospitality company based in Northern Virginia, announced the appointment of Nico J. Foris to the position of Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2022.

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  • FAIRFAX, Va., Dec. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Guest Services Inc. , a leading national hospitality company based in Northern Virginia, announced the appointment of Nico J. Foris to the position of Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2022.
  • Foris joined Guest Services in 2012 as Chief Financial Officer and has served as Chief Operating Officer for the past three years.
  • "Since joining Guest Services, Nico has consistently made significant contributions to the success of Guest Services," according to Gabrys.
  • Foris was subsequently hired as Chief Financial Officer in 2008 by the Washington Football Team, one of the largest National Football League franchises.

Global Yacht Market Trends and Forecasts 2021-2028: Product Coverage for Super Yacht, Flybridge Yacht, Sport Yacht and Long Range Yacht - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, September 6, 2021

The "Global Yacht Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Type (Super Yacht, Flybridge Yacht, Sport Yacht, Long Range Yacht), by Length, by Propulsion, by Region, and Segment Forecasts, 2021-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Global Yacht Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Type (Super Yacht, Flybridge Yacht, Sport Yacht, Long Range Yacht), by Length, by Propulsion, by Region, and Segment Forecasts, 2021-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global yacht market size is expected to reach USD 12.16 billion by 2028.
  • The market is expected to witness significant growth owing to the increasing coastal and marine tourism activities across the globe.
  • Furthermore, the rising standard of living and growing corporate tourism activities across the globe are expected to further drive the market.

Widespread Increase in Boating Activity and Access to Boating & Education Reported by Water Sports Foundation

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

People took to the water in historic numbers as a safe escape from quarantine, while online boater education classes simultaneously spiked.

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  • People took to the water in historic numbers as a safe escape from quarantine, while online boater education classes simultaneously spiked.
  • With purchase options somewhat stymied, boating access providers including boat clubs, rentals and charter operators, among others, saw participation skyrocket among new and experienced boaters.
  • Water access through boat sharing programs has enjoyed solid growth as they offer a taste of boating without the financial commitment associated with ownership.
  • To access the remainder of this release including additional information on boating rental access, boating rental safety providers and boating education course providers, please click: https://www.watersportsfoundation.com/widespread-increase-in-boating-act... .

Brunswick Corporation Continues to Execute on its Next Wave Strategy with Multiple Industry Changing Initiatives

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021

Brunswick has already begun to elevate the boating experience and appeal to an expanded demographic through execution of its ACES (autonomous, connected, electrification, shared access) strategy and other consumer-focused initiatives.

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  • Brunswick has already begun to elevate the boating experience and appeal to an expanded demographic through execution of its ACES (autonomous, connected, electrification, shared access) strategy and other consumer-focused initiatives.
  • In late June, Mercury Marine officially released for sale and shipment the worlds most innovative and powerful outboard engine - the new 7.6L V12 600HP Verado.
  • Freedom Boat Club acquired Fanautic Club , one of the largest European boat clubs with 23 locations across Spain, accelerating Brunswicks shared-access expansion across Europe.
  • Brunswick plans to showcase its Next Wave strategy during the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) - an opportunity to bring together Brunswicks ACES strategy with the next evolutions of the Companys award-winning in-market products.

ASSA ABLOY sells its Nordic locksmith business CERTEGO to Nalka Invest

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Monday, July 5, 2021

STOCKHOLM, July 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ASSA ABLOY has signed an agreement to sell its Nordic locksmith business CERTEGO to Nalka Invest, which invests in small- and medium-sized businesses primarily in the Nordic region.

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  • STOCKHOLM, July 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ASSA ABLOY has signed an agreement to sell its Nordic locksmith business CERTEGO to Nalka Invest, which invests in small- and medium-sized businesses primarily in the Nordic region.
  • This transaction reinforces the strategic focus on the core security solutions business of the ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEIA Division.
  • CERTEGO is a market-leading locksmith and security solutions installation business in the Nordic region.
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    About ASSA ABLOYThe ASSA ABLOY Group is the global leader in access solutions.