

Garagecast - All Things Power Sports and Marine
Garage Composites
This podcast will give you a boots on the ground look at "wants based" industries. Guest speakers will be actual dealers that distinguish themselves, industry insiders, OEM executives, and retail experts. This podcast is intended for those that work their fingers to the bone selling equipment that enriches lives and keeps friends and family values cemented in the American culture. With the intention of raising awareness, new ideas, and profitability, come and have a listen to Garagecast...Are You Ready?
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Mar 23, 2021 • 41min
Episode #61 - Circuit of the Northwest Owner/Operator Brian Nilsen
Brian Nilsen is passionate about the Powersports industry. The owner of Brothers Powersports in Bremerton, Washington talks to Tony and Sam about how we can go about creating new riders, what the future holds and his newest and deepest passion - The Circuit of the Northwest racetrack complex.

Mar 16, 2021 • 60min
Episode #60 - Principal Andrew Hayes of Ambleside School of Colorado
Ever wonder how a zero technology school pivots in the face of Covid? Listen in to an educator that believes in processes, people and quick changes.

Mar 9, 2021 • 36min
Episode #59 - Ellen Bradley, Chief Brand Officer at National Marine Manufacturers Association
NMMA is the nation’s leading trade association representing boat, marine engine and accessory manufacturers. Collectively, NMMA members manufacture an estimated 80 percent of marine products used in North America. Listen in as Tony and Sam discuss all things NMMA with the Senior Vice President Ellen Bradley.

Mar 2, 2021 • 42min
Episode #58 - Lessons Learned from the General Managers Training Academy (GMTA)
Made what difference a year makes. We just wrapped up our first, live in-person, Management Training Academy and it was fantastic. Listen to Tony and Sam discuss the major topics that stuck out to them.

Feb 23, 2021 • 44min
Episode #57 - Polaris ORV President Steve Menneto
In 16 years at Polaris, Steve Menneto has worked his way up the ladder. He has a large hand in re-solidifying Indian's return to the American Iron scene. Now the President of the industry leader in off road products, listen to what is in store for the future of ORV.

Feb 16, 2021 • 52min
Episode #56 - Correct Craft CRO Thomas Bates
From working in a family owned dealership to working his way into some of the highest positions in the industry, Thomas Bates has a tremendous amount of insight. Listen in to one of the brightest minds in the marine industry.

Feb 9, 2021 • 52min
Episode #55 - People for Bikes Vice President Ravi Rajcoomar
Ravi Rajcoomar has produced award-winning sports marketing events and broadcasts on six continents for nearly every major action and adventure sport, from Red Bull’s live broadcast properties to the X Games and both the Summer and Winter Olympics. His experience has helped lead some of the world’s best brands to deeper engagement with their audience and clients including Red Bull, IOC/USOC, BMC Software, Polaris, Specialized, CAA, USA Cycling, Toshiba, Seagate, Zipp, Niner, IMG, Interbike, Cannondale, Octagon, ISL, Clif Bar, WME and ESPN.

Feb 2, 2021 • 1h 7min
Episode #54 - You're Doing It All Wrong
Many view the Parts Department as a necessary evil...many believe that the internet is what is driving numbers down...some think that we are destined to continue to falter in PG&A. Tony and Sam present you with their case that you seriously need to reevaluate and make immediate changes to your Parts and Accessory department. Listen in and hear for yourself.

Jan 26, 2021 • 42min
Episode #53 - Welcome to 2021 (part 2 of 2)
Listen to Tony and Sam's continuation of their first episode of 2021.

Jan 19, 2021 • 46min
Episode #52 - Welcome to 2021 (part 1 of 2)
2020 will go down in our conscience as one of the most interesting, difficult, rewarding and notorious years in recent history. With all of the trial and tribulations of 2020 behind us, Tony and Sam look forward to 2021. Hear what they think about the next 12 months.


