The Boater's Lounge

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge!The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is the largest yacht show in America and we were so excited to be apart of the show with the US Superyacht Association. ICYMI: Our team and other industry partners participated in the SkyLounge experience at the show, thanks to the USSA 🙂Allie sits down with the President of the US Superyacht Association,  Kitty McGowan in today's episode of The Boater's Lounge to hear more about FLIBS overall in 2023 & get a better understanding of how the USSA is supporting the big boat business. Listen in on Kitty & Allie's conversation about...FLIBS impact & early performanceUSSA  goals & mission as promoters of the yachting communityand a quick talk about economic impact and driving the industry forwardOasis is a proud member of the US Superyacht Association and supports all sectors of the industry! To learn more about the USSA, membership, training or events, go to www.ussuperyacht.com If you have a guest or topic you'd like us to feature, email us at marketing@oasismarinas.com

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge!Anchoring is a pretty controversial subject in the boating community - whether it's deciding on the right anchor to use, the location you are in or how to operate the windlass, there are many directions this topic can go off in. Today we have our educational resource and a podcast favorite, Bob Arrington, on to take us through the main ANCHORING PROCESS! So before taking a listen, be sure to already know the type of bottom you'll be in, and the type of anchor you will drop.  Hear Bob's tips and anchoring highlights including...Communication between the person at the helm and the one operating the windlasswhy knowing your water depth + distance from the water to your bow is so importantHow we determine how much rode to play outand so much more!We had a ton of fun in this one - we hope you enjoy and utilize these skills next time you are out enjoying the water!Hear more from Bob on The  Boater's Lounge in the following episodes:S1E10, S1E15, S2E2 & S2E8and learn more about Bob and his background in the industry here: https://www.bobarringtonboating.com/If you have a guest or topic you'd like us to feature, email us at marketing@oasismarinas.com

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge!Boat inventory is back up, new technology is on display, boat shows are around the corner, and there is no better time then now to start thinking about buying your first (or second or third) boat! This week Allie and Andy have industry partner and local renown boat dealer, Mark Schulstad from the Pocket Yacht Company here to walk us through the boat buying process and some of the benefits of being a Pocket Yacht boater! Pocket Yacht sells Cutwater, Solara and Ranger Tugs. Mark takes us through...His background as a dealer and experience at Pocket YachtThe boat buying process and advice for first time boat ownersHow important the dealer-owner relationship isAnd where you can find the Pocket Yacht team this fall and springPS - Wait for the fun wine talk at the end 😂To learn more about Pocket Yacht's inventory, team and locations, click here. And to see their recent news and recognition as the world's largest ranger tug dealer, read more below: https://www.pocketyachtco.com/pocket-yacht-company-named-worlds-largest-dealer-for-ranger-tugs/Have a guest or topic you'd like us to feature? Email the marketing team at marketing@oasismarinas.com!

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge!The boating community is a very tight knit group and the yachties make up a very strong and professional piece of our great industry. Today we are talking to Carrie Bailey, Director of Digital Advertising & Sales for Triton, the nautical news network for yacht captains and crew. We cover new trends she is seeing in this community and what may be to come! From new destinations and younger boaters, to new tech in the space - Carrie, Allie & Andy talk about it all! Hear about what Triton brings to the boating community, their specialties, and why Below Deck is NOT exactly what the industry is all about.Hear some of the details around...Sustainability More remote locations as destinations Younger boaters in the communityNew technology in the space (like VR!)Learn more about Triton and the yachting world here: and follow them on social media @thetritonIf you have a guest or topic you'd like us to feature, email us at marketing@oasismarinas.com 

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge!Weather affects every boater, regardless of their experience level or the type of vessel they operate. Whether you're embarking on a day cruise to a nearby island or restaurant, heading out for an offshore fishing trip, or navigating the ICW, understanding the weather situation BEFORE setting sail is absolutely crucial. In this episode, hear us and boating expert, Bob Arrington, talk about understanding weather on the water and how it can impact your boating experience. Bob shares valuable insights on where to find reliable forecasts,  the best apps and platforms he utilizes every day, like SiriusXM Marine, what key factors to look for, and the importance of "know when to quit." From essential buoy reports to the best boating weather apps, we've got you covered! See below for resources Bob mentions in Episode 8.SiriusXM Marine - not dependent on cell connection!Windy App National Weather Service Buoy ReportsPredict WindWind FinderWeather RouterNWS Area Forecast DiscussionHear more from Bob on The  Boater's Lounge!S1E10, S1E15, and S2E2and learn more about Bob and his background in the industry here: https://www.bobarringtonboating.com/If you have a guest or topic you'd like us to feature, email us at marketing@oasismarinas.com 

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge!Safety at marinas is one of our most important priorities. From entering the marina, walking the docks, boarding your vessel and when you come back, our team aims to take the most care of our facilities to ensure you are in a safe environment every time you visit.In this episode listen we are talking to the main man when considering safety and maintaining marinas in the Chesapeake Bay area, Herve Satta! Herve has been with Oasis for over 7 years and operates as our Safety & Maintenance Manager. With a rich and fun Italian history and contracting background, Herve runs point for our local properties when it comes to safety checks and procedures. Listen to Allie & Andy talk about...Herve's day-to-day responsibilities and how his role has evolved over timeThe biggest dafety issues and challenges he sees at propertiesthe recent projects he has completedand Herve's background and upbringing in La Maddelena, ItalyTo learn more about Oasis Marinas and what we can bring to your property, visit us at www.oasismarinas.comIf you have a guest or topic you'd like us to feature, email us at marketing@oasismarinas.com 

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge!This week we are excited to feature our greatest asset - our marina operators! Our General Mangers are professional marina operators with insight into every aspect of the marina business. They are our boater's number one contact on-site and the face of the company in their local area! Gary Wharton is one of our remarkable General Managers who recently transitioned to Task Force Manager at Oasis. Gary currently runs McDaniel and Shelter Cove Yacht Basins in North East, Maryland, and is on-site now at our new property in Kentucky!Hear Gary talk about...his day-to-day responsibilities as a Marina GMthe services he is accountable for maintaininghis leadership style and team outlookand what it is like as  Task Force Manager onboarding new properties into Oasis' systems and processesClick here to learn more about Eddy Creek Marina Resort in Kentucky, where Gary has led the way so far. And to see all our Oasis operated properties, click here: https://www.oasismarinas.com/our-locationsTo learn more about our marina operations team, visit our FAQ page here: https://www.oasismarinas.com/faqsIf you have a guest or topic you'd like us to feature, email us at marketing@oasismarinas.com

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge!After an amazing fall & spring, Oasis Marinas was able to help grow and plant over 26,000 oysters with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation across a number of marinas in the area! We are proud supporters of the Foundation's mission and their oyster restoration program in Maryland. This week Allie and Andy visited Inner Harbor Marina to talk to our partner Kellie Fiala to learn more about these incredible members of our ecosystem and hear about Kellie's work as the Chesapeake Bay Foundation's Oyster Restoration Program Coordinator. In this episode hear...Kellie's background and start with CBFsome of the biggest issues affecting the Bay right nowoyster program basics and WHY we need to help protect oysters the difference between oyster restoration & gardeningand how you can get involved in this initiative!We know you'll enjoy  this conversation as much as we did!**Fun fact: Kellie has seen one pearl in her time working with oysters. And don't worry - it is still fine to eat these molluscs, just throw the shells back in the Bay! To learn more about the Chesapeake Bay Foundation's oyster restoration program, click here or email Kellie directly at kfiala@cbf.org.Check out more on CBF's Oyster Gardening here: https://www.cbf.org/how-we-save-the-bay/programs-initiatives/maryland/oyster-restoration/oyster-gardening/ Have a guest or topic you'd like us to feature? Email the marketing team at marketing@oasismarinas.com!

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge!As marina managers, our teams are responsible for the gateways to the water, and we do not take that lightly. We are committed to helping preserve the natural waterways we enjoy everyday. Our focus on environmental stewardship will be front and center this month as we celebrate National Marina Day all month long!To kick us off we are lucky to have our partner and friend Sarah Orlando, the Ohio Clean Marina Program Manager, on to take us through the Ohio Clean Marina Program, their mission and partners, and ways for the boating community to get involved in clean boating practices! Sarah started with the organization in 2011, and since then has grown the program to include the entire state of Ohio and works closely with the Great Lakes programs as well. We are excited to recognize National Marina Day for the third year in a row! We are hosting over 20 marina cleanups throughout the month, including 3 in Ohio in partnership with Ohio Clean Marinas and Eriesponsible.  To learn more about the Ohio Clean Boaters Program, visit https://ohiodnr.gov/discover-and-learn/land-water/clean-marinasOhio Clean Marinas Program: https://ohioseagrant.osu.edu/cleanFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/OhioCleanMarinasCleanBoatersYouTube Playlist: https://go.osu.edu/cleanmarinasyoutubeIf you have a guest or topic you'd like us to feature, email us at marketing@oasismarinas.com

Welcome to the Boater's Lounge!We are learning about some seriously important technology in this one! FarSounder is leading the industry with their latest 3D forward looking sonar products. Now with the Argos350, more recreational boaters can utilize this technology that allows captains to see what is in front of their vessel in real time.  We have FarSounder CEO Matthew Zimmerman on to talk us through what 3D forward looking sonar is, how it works, and all the good it is doing for the industry around the globe. Hear how FarSounder & their products are...helping save our environment by allowing captains to see marine animals and hazards in front of them so as to not hit them assisting in a major global initiative, Seabed 2030, to map the world's seafloorand improving charts for future trips! You can also see the visuals Matthew is presenting on our YouTube channel!@OasisMarinas Learn more about FarSounder at www.farsounder.com and check out more videos with Matthew and this technology on FarSounder's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@FarSounderDo you have a guest or topic we should feature? Let us know! Email us at marketing@oasismarinas.com 

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge!It's that time of the year - boaters migrating north for the summer! ⚓️As we head into Memorial Day Weekend at the end of the month, we can't wait to have our amazing boating community back up in the Chesapeake Bay and points north. We are excited to have our educational resource, Bob Arrington, back on today to walk us through best practices when cruising the Intracoastal waterway this season. From daily travel planning, to bridge and passing etiquette, and more, Bob has all the top tips for any boater to know or refresh yourself on before taking off or while you are on the way!Allie, Andy & Bob cover...- average cruising speed and how to work that into your travel plans- the importance of communicating with bridges (hot tip: keep 2 radios on board!)- Passing vessels with minimal wake & why-  Intersecting waterways - and even what to do when you run a ground (because we all have)To find more of Bob's tips and article, check out his website here: https://www.bobarringtonboating.com/If you have a guest or topic you'd like us to feature, email us at marketing@oasismarinas.com 

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge!We are kicking off season 2 of our fun podcast with some HUGE news from Oasis Marinas...our new boat club has officially launched! The Oasis Boat Club is here and we can't wait to serve you at our first membership location, The Wharf Marina in DC!This premier boaters-first boat club features a fleet of  Cobia and Scout boats, and is the perfect alternative for boat ownership. You can still access the water with your friends & family without traditional boat ownership pain points. Oasis is excited to bring more people onto the water with this brand-new line of business that is easy to join, and even easier to use.Allie & Andy have Oasis Boat Club Director Quincey Price  and Sr. Marketing Manager Kevin Harvey on to talk more about the Club, it's location in DC, member amenities and more!To learn more about OBC membership options and amenities, check out the new website here: https://theoasisboatclub.com/ and connect with OBC on Facebook and Instagram @oasisboatclubPS- vote Team Allie or Team Andy on social media...Is a kayak a boat? If you have a guest or topic you'd like us to feature, email us at marketing@oasismarinas.com 

Welcome to the Boater's Lounge!Here at Oasis Marinas, equality, justice, diversity and inclusion are very important values. This March we were thrilled to be able to honor numerous Oasis teammates who were nominated by their peers as leading women in the company for International Women's Month!Take a listen to this episode as our CEO Kenneth Svendsen and Chief Human Resources Officer, Evelyn Costa, discuss the importance of recognizing International Women's Month, and how this incredible movement started and continues to influence us today. Congratulations to these extraordinary women who work so hard to make Oasis Marinas better everyday...- From our Operations Department: RGM Tonja Bristow, GM Cathy Chapman, GM Lori Meehan, GM Diane Pregoni, GM Nora Crimmins, GM Crystal Sullivan, GM Paula Russell, AGM Leanna McGriff, AGM Natalie Strohecker, Service Associate Liz Adams, Bookkeeper Aleta Eaton, Concierge Alicia Ann Tatum - From our Accounting Department: Director of Finance & Projects Technology Michelle Riley, Financial Planning & Analysis Manager Catherine Daras, Sr Client Accounting Manager Emily Eisenacher, - From our Customer Success Department: Director of CS Theresa Dehart, Client Services Manager Tiffany Sorensen- From our Marketing Department: CMO Alana Tompkins, Director of Marketing Christina Sgambato, Marketing Manager Allie Modica- From our Business Development Department: Director of Sales Kathy Ecke - From our HR Department: CHRO Evelyn Costa, HR Manager Maria Arenas, HR & Benefits Specialist Mollie Johnson, Talent Acquisition Manager Brooke Geiger 

Welcome to the Boater's Lounge!Today Allie and Andy are talking to recent viral sensation, Jeff Foulk, Founder & CEO of Argo! Argo is a free boating navigation and social app where boaters can chart routes, select points of interest and connect with other boaters in their area. Since starting in November 2018, Argo now has over 130,000 registered users! Jeff has been featured on local news outlets, The New York Times, CNN and more after going viral on TikTok last month! If you are not familiar with Jeff's story or the app, see what all the buzz is about here --> https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/28/business/tiktok-argo-navigation-boating-app.htmlAllie and Andy catch up with Jeff on...His recent social media success and how it has sprung Argo into it's next phaseHow Jeff started the app and it's current capabilitiesand the future capabilities and goals for the appView the TikTok that made Jeff and Argo boating famous here:https://www.tiktok.com/@argonavigation/video/7188589858695384366?lang=enSee more on the app here: https://argonav.io/Have a guest or topic you'd like us to have in the Boater's Lounge? Let us know! Email our team at marketing@oasismarinas.com.

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge by Oasis Marinas!This week our focus is back on education as we have our boating resource, Bob Arrington, here to talk to us on navigating waterways outside of the marina, including inlets and channels.These narrower waterways prove to be difficult for boaters as water is rushing in, and other boats are moving quickly around you. It's important to stay on your toes and "keep your head on a swivel" in these situations so you can stay on course and get to your destination safely. In this episode, Bob covers... Distractions while immediately entering a channel or narrow waterwayRecommendations for staying on courseTechnology and apps he utilizes to best navigate the waterwaysInlets and what makes them so trickyand timing inlet runs so that you don't experience any turbulent conditions!As Bob mentions, you can see more on navigating waterways with the Coast Pilot resources linked here: https://nauticalcharts.noaa.gov/publications/coast-pilot/index.htmlWe will have more from Bob coming up each month to help prepare you for the boating season ahead! To learn more from Bob Arrington, check out his website here: https://www.bobarringtonboating.com/Have a guest or topic you'd like us to have in the Boater's Lounge? Let us know! Email our team at marketing@oasismarinas.com.

Welcome to the Boater's Lounge by Oasis Marinas!This week we have our own General Manager, Zach Gibbons, on to discuss his experience as a 100-ton captain! Zach takes us through his life as a yacht captain before joining the Oasis team in 2020.In this episode, we cover:Zach's start in the industry with Watermark, following in his father's footstepsWhat is required to achieve a 100-ton Master Captain's licenseHis experience as a captain in the Baltimore/Annapolis areaand his tips to ensure smooth and safe cruises for his guestsWant to see and hear more from Zach?Check out Sunset Harbor Marina in Essex, Maryland to see Zach in action! https://www.sunsetharbormd.com/Have a guest or topic you'd like us to have in the Boater's Lounge? Let us know! Email our team at marketing@oasismarinas.com.

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge by Oasis Marinas!In this series, we envision the forum can inspire, inform and educate our audiences by bringing together thought leaders from our marine industry partners, friends & experts as we explore various topics affecting us and the boating community nationwide, and eventually across the globe. Our mission is simple, we’re here to engage with our team, our boaters, marina owners, partners, and the boating community at large. Oasis Marinas is not just a marina management and experience company. We aim to foster our team members' professional development and help support employee goals along the way. How do we identify and develop our leaders? Our Director of Talent, Paul Goldsholl is here to answer all our questions!  A few years ago Paul developed the Oasis Propel Program to help our operations teammates excel in the marine industry. Today, the Program has had many graduates who have jumpstarted their careers! We are pleased to have Paul on, with a recent Propel graduate, and now Assistant General Manager, Morgan Ball, to discuss this unique and important program!  "The focus of the program is around developing yourself as a leader and supplementing with the technical pieces".In this episode, hear...how the Oasis Propel Program started and the components of the development course, including the e-learning platform, experiential assignments, and the in-person summitthe purpose and goals of the programand about an AGM's real life experience with PropelDon't worry corporate employees! There are plans in the making for corporate leadership Propel paths. Stay tuned for more information.Want to see if you are a good fit for the Program or interested in applying? Reach out to Paul at pgoldsholl@oasismarinas.com or connect with your supervisor today for more info.  Do you want to join the Oasis team? Connect with Paul and our HR team for any positions within the organization here!

Welcome to the Boater's Lounge by Oasis Marinas!We are thrilled to introduce our boaters, partners, clients and friends to the leader navigating Oasis Marinas into an advanced level of growth and customer experience. Please enjoy this episode and chat discussing the Future of Oasis with our new Chief Executive Officer, Kenneth Svendsen!Kenneth sits down with Allie to talk through...His experience building and leading global brands What attracted him to OasisHis top priorities for Oasis including brand clarity, establishing a clear mission and having brand integrity What Kenneth is most excited for in the months and years ahead as the leader of Oasis MarinasKenneth joined Oasis in November 2022. To learn more about Kenneth's impressive background, click here: https://www.oasismarinas.com/post/oasis-marinas-selects-kenneth-svendsen-as-new-chief-executive-officerHave a guest or topic you'd like us to have in the Boater's Lounge? Let us know! Email our team at marketing@oasismarinas.com.

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge by Oasis Marinas!In this series, we envision the forum can inspire, inform and educate our audiences by bringing together thought leaders from our marine industry partners, friends & experts as we explore various topics affecting us and the boating community nationwide, and eventually across the globe. Our mission is simple, we’re here to engage with our team, our boaters, marina owners, partners, and the boating community at large. We have a fun one today with two Oasis Marinas Business Development team members! Our Vice President of Business Development, Brian Arnold, and Solutions Architect, Andy Lancos, are here to cover why hospitality is so important to Oasis Marinas, and just how this makes us different.In this episode listen to...Why Oasis focuses so much on hospitality at the marinas and what it means for our boatersWhat Brian and Andy think makes Oasis specialSome of our keys to providing remarkable experiences on the docksand Andy's tips for more tips $$Looking to provide better customer service to your property? Connect directly with Brian or Andy by contacting them at brian@oasismarinas.com or alancos@oasismarinas.com. To see more about our Business Development team, click here.To join our team, check out our current openings here: https://www.oasismarinas.com/join-our-team

Welcome to The Boater's Lounge by Oasis Marinas!This week our focus is on education as we bring Bob Arrington on to cover all things boat handling related! All boaters and captains know, the most trouble can occur in marina basins, when tensions are high, and tides and currents are fussy. In this episode, industry renown writer, consultant, boat training captain and content creator, Bob Arrington discusses how to... How to best maneuver in the marina basinTechniques to help ease docking anxietyQuestions to ask before arriving at the marina to be preparedHow to prepare your vessel for docking and what impact tides & currents have on your vessel and how to work with them to ensure safe handling and docking.Experienced and new boaters can learn so much from this episode. We will have more from Bob coming up each month to help prepare you for the boating season ahead! To learn more from Bob Arrington, check out his website here: https://www.bobarringtonboating.com/Have a guest or topic you'd like us to have in the Boater's Lounge? Let us know! Email our team at marketing@oasismarinas.com.