Boat Builders: Willie Boats (Part 2) | Ep 13
Description
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This conversation explores the collaboration between Willie Drift Boats and North River Boats, focusing on their history, customization processes, and the impact of employee ownership on company culture. The discussion highlights the importance of user feedback in boat design and the legacy of craftsmanship in the paddle sports industry.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to the Sawyer On-Water Podcast
01:10 The Merger of Willie Boats and North River Boats
03:15 Complementary Operations and Product Lines
05:28 Employee Ownership and Its Impact
07:48 The Legacy of Willie Drift Boats
10:01 Local River Connections
11:34 Drift Boat Walkthrough with Ron
16:49 The Willie Boats Line
17:42 Willie & Sawyer Light Oar
19:34 Willie's Manufacturing
21:36 See you on the Water!
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