Ep. 106 - The Business of Boating: How the Marine Industry Shapes Palm Beach

Ep. 106 - The Business of Boating: How the Marine Industry Shapes Palm Beach

From Your Palm Beach Guide by Kiana Rivera

April 29, 2026 · 22 min · Season 1 · Episode 106

About this episode

Alyssa Freeman discusses the impact of the marine industry on Palm Beach's economy and culture.

In this episode of Your Palm Beach Guide , we sit down with Alyssa Freeman, Executive Director of the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County, to explore the vital role the marine industry plays in shaping the region's economy, culture, and coastal lifestyle. With a career spanning nearly two decades in the industry, Alyssa shares her journey from growing up on the water in Michigan to leading one of Palm Beach County's most influential organizations. We discuss the impact of boating and marine businesses on the local community, current industry trends, and how Palm Beach's unique coastal identity continues to evolve. Alyssa also offers insight into leadership, workforce development, and the importance of balancing industry growth with environmental stewardship. Whether you're a boating enthusiast or simply curious about one of Palm Beach's key industries, this conversation highlights the people and passion behind life on the water.

People in this episode

Host: Kiana Rivera

Guest: Alyssa Freeman

Topics covered

  • marine industry
  • economy
  • coastal lifestyle
  • leadership
  • environmental stewardship

Keywords

  • boating
  • marine businesses
  • Palm Beach
  • industry trends
  • workforce development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County

Places: Palm Beach County, Michigan, Palm Beach

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