#008: The Billfish Foundation – Protecting the Sport

Imagine taking delivery of your brand new 70’ Princess, throwing off the bow lines, and heading out to live the dream you’ve worked your whole life for. Pack your bags and get ready to ride along the trip of a lifetime as Lee and Sher Patterson relive their travels through Europe, Canada, and the US. Learn how they named “The Prize” and how they remain in the Princess and HMY family with their new F55 Princess “The Prize Too” Find out which ports have the nicest people, the best food, and… a ghost town??? You won’t want to miss this one!   If you’re interested in reaching out to our Host and HMY Yacht Sales Professionals Lexie Creary, you can find her here:    Alexie Creary: @yachtsbylexie (305) 393-6333 [email protected]   If you’re ready to list or purchase, rely on the reach, relationships, and results of HMY Yachts.  www.HMY.com

Planning a trip to the Bahamas this summer? This one’s for you. Today we welcome two gentlemen who live and breathe for the Bahamas. We have Joe Dargavage, owner of the beautiful Romora Bay Resort & Marina in Harbour Island & VP of the Association of Bahamas Marinas (ABM) along with HMY Yacht Sales Professional Brian Weaver who gives us his perspective from not only the water but also from the air as a pilot. We talk pink sand beaches, large marinas, fine dining, lobster season, Hurricane Dorian relief efforts, fishing spots, and ultimately, the heartwarming hospitality of the Bahamian people.    If you’re interested in reaching out to Joe Dargavage or our HMY Yacht Sales Professionals Brian Weaver or Lexie Creary, you can find them here:    Joe Dargavage: [email protected] www.RomoraBay.com   Brian Weaver: @weaveryachts_hmy (561) 308-0939 [email protected]   Alexie Creary: @yachtsbylexie (305) 393-6333 [email protected]   If you’re ready to list or purchase, rely on the reach, relationships, and results of HMY Yachts.  www.HMY.com

Thinking about a fishing trip to the Keys? From the backcountry to offshore, we’ve got you covered. When you are walking down the docks, you have a choice of who provides your experience. Today we are onboard the Yabba Dabba Doo, a 43 Torres at the Postcard Inn located in Islamorada, FL. We hear local knowledge from three of the best fishing guides in the Florida Keys. They are generational fishermen, who were born and bred into this. We talk highs and lows of being a guide, how to adapt to an ever-changing environment, and the beauty of a lifetime spent on the water. The annual Fish For Holly Sailfish Tournament celebrates the life of Holly Given. Proceeds from this family-friendly annual sailfish tournament will benefit The Holly Given Fund non-profit (501-c3). Our purpose is to help the Florida Keys community through educational scholarships and donations to organizations for locals in need. Sign up to fish the tournament or to donate to the cause at fishforholly.com. Disclaimer: this episode mentions domestic violence.     If you’re interested in reaching out to Captains Mike, Drew, James or our Host and HMY Yacht Sales Professional Lexie Creary, you can find them here:   Capt. James Hagen: @yabbacharters 305-393-2761 Facebook: Yabba Charters Yabbacharters.com 305-393-2761   Capt. Mike Venezia: @captmikevenezia 954-608-4466 Facebook: Boned Up Fishing Charters Fishinginthekeys.net // bonefishingislamorada.com   Capt. Drew Nobregas: @fishybusiness_charters 305-393-2332 Fishybusinessislamorada.com   @fishforholly FishforHolly.com   Alexie Creary: @yachtsbylexie 305-393-6333 [email protected]   HMY: @hmyyachts www.HMY.com

The year is 1975. You hit the road in your VW Bug and head down to Florida, leaving Alabama in your rearview mirror. At 19 years old, the world is your oyster. You didn’t know at the time, but shortly after, in 1979, you would meet the love of your life and start a yacht sales business - all within seven months. Your first office is a small three-room houseboat. Fast forward 42 years and your yacht sales firm is now one of the largest and most successful in the country with 12 waterfront offices. You sit back at the Pirate’s Cove Resort & Marina with a cigar and think, “What’s next?” Join us as we re-live the events that brought HMY Yacht Sales to life and get a glimpse into what is still on the horizon. Welcome, Steve and Faith Moynihan.   If you’re interested in booking a stay at Pirate's Cove Resort & Marina or reaching out to our Host and HMY Yacht Sales Professional Lexie Creary, you can find them here:   Pirate's Cove Resort & Marina www.piratescoveresort.com    Alexie Creary: @yachtsbylexie 305-393-6333 [email protected]   HMY: @hmyyachts www.HMY.com

We are honored to have Ellen Peel and Peter Chaibongsai from The Billfish Foundation on the podcast today to educate us on how we can all do our part to ensure sportfishing stays alive and thriving for generations to come. The Billfish Foundation (TBF) isn’t solely a conservation group. Their passion lies with the sport of fishing. Every day they are working to extend the life of billfish so you can continue to win BIG at tournaments. Today we tackle common misconceptions and explain how anybody can help make sure their grandchildren will have the opportunity to enjoy this sport one day.   If you’re interested in reaching out to The Billfish Foundation or our Host and HMY Yacht Sales Professional Lexie Creary, you can find them here:   The Billfish Foundation: www.billfish.org Facebook: The Billfish Foundation Instagram: @thebillfishfoundation Twitter: @TagBillfish YouTube: The Billfish Foundation Linkedin: The Billfish Foundation   Alexie Creary: @yachtsbylexie 305-393-6333 [email protected]   HMY: @hmyyachts www.HMY.com

On today's episode of "From The Flybridge", we talk to two of HMY's highest-producing yacht sales professionals who walk us through the very different paths that led them to become brokers in this unique industry. We discuss sonar, Wall Street, and marlin fishing from Louisiana all the way to Australia. You’ll be surprised to hear what’s behind the curtain when it drops.   If you’re interested in reaching out to HMY Sales Professionals Mike McCarthy, Mark Mitchell, or Lexie Creary, you can find them here:   Mike McCarthy: @mccarthyyachts 772-631-2838 [email protected] McCarthyyachts.com   Mark Mitchell: @markmitchellyachts 407-435-6982 [email protected]   Alexie Creary: @yachtsbylexie 305-393-6333 [email protected]   HMY: @hmyyachts www.HMY.com

World-renowned marine artist, Dennis Friel, walks us through the process of bringing his fishing experiences to life - from the cockpit to the canvas. Hear about how his passion for life on the water translates to his paintings. It’s not just about art; we are all connected by water.   Dennis is the official artist for the Super Bowl of the fishing Industry and world’s richest guaranteed purse tournament: Jimmy Johnson’s “Quest for the Ring”. He was the official artist for the 2021 College Football National Championship game and continues to represent the most premier fishing tournaments and competitive tournament teams around the world.   If you’re interested in reaching out Dennis or our podcast host Lexie, you can find them here:   Dennis Friel: @dennisfrielart   Connect By Water, LLC: @connectedbywater 3169 E Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL 33062 754-529-8162 (studio) www.connectedbywater.com   Alexie Creary: @yachtsbylexie 305-393-6333 [email protected]   HMY: @hmyyachts www.HMY.com

Meet Senior Editor of Marlin Magazine Capt. Jen Copeland, L&H Sportfishing Charters co-owner Debbi David, and my dad, Capt. Jeff Creary. We talk about the second largest black marlin caught (1239 lbs.), world-class female anglers, Marlin University, and how the sportfishing world has evolved. Hear from two women that entered and dominated this industry and the men that root them on.    If you're interested in reaching out to Jen, Debbi, Jeff, or our podcast host Lexie, you can find them here:    Jen Copeland: @copey3   Debbi David: @lhdebbi   L&H Sportfishing Charters: @landh_sportfishing LandHsportfishing.com 305-361-9318   Marlin Magazine: @marlinmag www.marlinmag.com   Alexie Creary: @yachtsbylexie 305-393-6333 [email protected]    HMY: @hmyyachts www.HMY.com 

On today’s episode we welcome brothers Sean and Justin Healey - the third generation of The Viking Yacht Company. These two young guns are carrying on the family tradition and building a better boat every day at Viking Yachts and Valhalla Boatworks. We dive into the company’s legacy, what it takes to stay at the top and who they are outside of boat-building.    If you’re interested in reaching out to Sean, Justin or our podcast host Lexie, you can find them here:           Sean Healey: [email protected]   Justin Healey: @justin_healey [email protected]   Alexie Creary: @yachtsbylexie 305-393-6333 [email protected]   HMY: @hmyyachts www.HMY.com   Valhalla Boatworks: @ValhallaBoatworks www.valhallaboatworks.com/   Viking Yachts: @VikingYachtCompany www.vikingyachts.com/

By the age of 42, Tom Carroll, Jr. rose to the rank of President at Princess Yachts America, a LVMH-backed company that produces around 300 luxury motor yachts a year and is the largest distributor in both units and dollar amount, annually. In this episode, Tom discusses the revolutionary Princess X95 debuting at the Palm Beach Boat Show along with everything else on the horizon for this industry-leading yacht manufacturer including the 2021 Princess Rendezvous, X80 premier and more…   If you’re interested in reaching out to Tom or our podcast host Lexie, you can find them here:   Tom Carroll, Jr.: [email protected]   Alexie Creary: @yachtsbylexie 305-393-6333 [email protected]   HMY Instagram: @hmyyachts www.HMY.com   Princess Yachts America Instagram: @princessyachtsamerica www.princessyachtsamerica.com/