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From marine mechanics and fiberglass techs to sales managers and service advisors, the boating industry in Michigan is booming—with over $7.8 billion in economic impact and more than 58,000 jobs statewide. This growing industry is hungry for fresh talent, and the RBIEF scholarship is one of the best ways to get your foot in the door. If you’re a Michigan resident with a passion for boating and an interest in pursuing a career in the marine industry, this scholarship could help turn your goals into reality.

The She’s the Captain women’s boating course by MJM Yachts comes to Michigan, with hands-on instruction in docking and boat handling at JBYS events.

Our Service Team goes to great lengths to support our clients. They travel across the country year-round, often at a moment’s notice, to provide on-site assistance for boaters in need. This week is our chance to give credit where it’s due—to the experts who work tirelessly behind the scenes, ensuring our customers have the best possible experience on the water. Without them, the luxury and reliability that define the JBYS experience wouldn’t be possible.

We’re proud to announce that MJM Yachts is officially joining our world-class lineup of brands — bringing with it a reputation for innovation, luxury, and performance that perfectly complements our mission of delivering the very best to our customers. Natascia Hatch, CEO of MJM Yachts, shared: “Amy, Erik and their long-standing team of passionate boaters have established themselves as leaders in the marine industry. We are proud to welcome them aboard at MJM.”

Set against the backdrop of Lake Michigan and Navy Pier, this new in-water showcase blends luxury yachts, innovative design, and Chicago’s unmistakable energy, all just steps from downtown. Join us at the first ever Chicago International Boat Show!

Boyne Thunder roared through Northern Michigan once again, and the energy was next-level. One highlight for our team this year? The brand new, custom built HCB 56 Sueños we had on display and in the run. It turned heads all weekend and sparked a lot of dockside conversation. Check out our gallery, and don’t miss the high-octane event video from Nautical Network featuring that unmistakable Boyne vibe!

This series captures what it means to dream, build, and live life on an HCB, blending storytelling and product in a way no other center console builder has done before. And this is just the start. Future episodes will dive deeper into custom builds, owner journeys, offshore performance, fishing thrills, and the luxury lifestyle that makes HCB stand apart. As your Great Lakes HCB dealer, we’re proud to bring this vision to our region’s boaters — and help inspire your next adventure.

From marine mechanics and fiberglass techs to sales managers and service advisors, the boating industry in Michigan is booming—with over $7.8 billion in economic impact and more than 58,000 jobs statewide. This growing industry is hungry for fresh talent, and the RBIEF scholarship is one of the best ways to get your foot in the door. If you’re a Michigan resident with a passion for boating and an interest in pursuing a career in the marine industry, this scholarship could help turn your goals into reality.

Today, we are proud to announce that Elizabeth Freeman, JBYS Closing Agent, has been appointed as a representative for the International Yacht Brokers Association (IYBA) ambassador program—an honor that underscores her industry expertise, standards of excellence and dedication assisting buyers and sellers with anything they need to transact.