It’s no secret that corporate responsibility and community support are main core values here at IGY Marinas. However, it doesn’t matter how much you talk about giving back to your community, if you don’t actually follow through with your promises. The easiest way to do that would be to just write a check and call it a day. But not ...
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Businesses need to come full circle with community support
Every business has a desire to make a difference in its community. In times of crisis it is more important than ever to rally together to provide support where it is needed. When local businesses and communities band together to support a common community goal, the recovery from natural disasters and other unexpected emergency situations is much faster, however, when ...
Read More »Support the Caribbean Communities/Eastern Caribbean Fund
Boating plays a major in role in the economic and social infrastructure of many Caribbean islands. It is a unique ecosystem involving local boater, international yachting adventurers, local tradesmen and a rich history and culture of exploration and intrigue. We must also be diligent supporters for these island communities in their time of need. In wake of catastrophic physical, psychological ...
Read More »Enhancing your business through local community investments
A company’s long-term sustainable growth is largely dependent on the investment that it makes in several aspects of the business. For IGY Marinas, we strive to continually search for ways to work with the local communities daily, whether it be through training or employment opportunities, economic development initiatives or philanthropic events. The outcome of investing in this way is the ...
Read More »Incorporating hospitality offerings effectively
While a niche segment, the marina business is very much a part of a wide spectrum of industries, including hospitality. IGY Marinas has already played in this space, expanding our F&B restaurant brand, Fat Turtle and owning/operating Montauk Yacht Club Resort & Marina in the Hamptons/Montauk area. Taking this further, we’ve recently launched our hospitality division, as our team has ...
Read More »How marinas can benefit from BIG program funding
Boating is one of the more popular recreational activities in the world. In the United States alone, there are approximately 12 million registered boats to prove it, of which an estimated 560,000 are at least 26 feet long. When putting these numbers into perspective we begin to think of the incredible demand there is for marina operators to provide sufficient ...
Read More »Embracing technology trends to advance your business
No matter where we are in the world, our lives are connected through technology. Smartphones have evolved into the ultimate travel companion, housing all of your valuable information right at your fingertips. With this in mind, it is important for the marina industry to respond to this booming travel trend and capitalize on it to service our guests. At IGY ...
Read More »Benefits of aligning with strategic partners
With more than 5,000 megayachts in the world today, it is more important than ever that our industry continues to deliver high-quality services and unprecedented guest experiences. Many reputable brands have formed powerful networks of experienced, determined individuals that support, promote and influence the nautical tourism industry as a whole, but this is just the tipping point. The superyacht industry ...
Read More »Embracing corporate social responsibility
When it comes to corporate social responsibility, it is important to understand the tremendous value it brings to not only the charitable organization but also the company’s long-term sustainable growth. Extending beyond a day of giving or a single donation, CSR today is more about the continued support, year after year, that helps create a better future for societies in ...
Read More »Handling marina emergencies effectively
What do all marinas share in common? Power cables, gasoline, water, lots of people and a frequently aging infrastructure. Additionally, many marinas have coastal areas prone to natural disasters and most marinas are accessible by the public. In short, we are all exposed to a broad and often unpredictable array of emergency situations. At IGY Marinas, we have dealt with ...
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