In this episode of On The Bridge, we speak to The International Seakeepers Society Director of International Relations, Gill Rodrigues.

She tells us a bit about her background, how she joined Seakeepers, their mission and some of the projects they undertake, her challenges and achievements, and how people can get involved to help.

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In this episode, we sit down with Claire Hagen, the industry’s leading creative marketer and AI specialist, to unpack how creativity and artificial intelligence are reshaping modern marketing, branding, and business strategy.

Claire shares how forward-thinking founders, marketers, and leadership teams can use AI not just for efficiency—but as a powerful creative partner. From building authentic brands in a tech-driven world to staying ahead of rapidly evolving digital trends, this conversation blends strategy, creativity, and practical insight.

We explore:
• How AI is changing the role of creative marketers
• The biggest misconceptions about AI in branding and content
• Where human creativity still outperforms automation
• How businesses can integrate AI without losing authenticity
• What the future of marketing really looks like

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, marketer, broker, or business leader navigating digital transformation, this episode offers clarity, inspiration, and actionable takeaways.

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Have you ever wondered how a business goes from a spark of inspiration to reality?

On this week's episode of On The Bridge, we sit down with Edward Thomas, the Founder and Creative Director of Paragon Studio and Gym Marine Yachts & Interiors.

Ed shares his incredible journey, from a deckhand to his successfully transitioning to life ashore to become a business owner. Living proof that the valuable and transferable skills from the superyacht industry can give you the right mindset for business.

We dive into the evolution of his idea, the design philosophy behind Paragon Studio's cutting-edge projects, the complexities of fitting luxury gym and wellness spaces onboard.

Chapters

00:00 – How did your yachting journey begin?

02:00 – What made you stay in yachting after that first difficult job?

03:10 – When did you realise the yacht-life wasn’t for you long-term?

05:00 – How did the idea for Gym Marine first take shape?

07:40 – What did your transition from crew to business owner look like?

11:00 – What challenges did you face when launching Gym Marine?

16:00 – What must be considered when designing a gym for a yacht?

19:20 – Why did you create Paragon Studio and what gap did you see?

22:50 – How did Paragon evolve into its own luxury brand?

31:40 – What collaborations or projects have been the most exciting?

36:40 – What challenges have you faced in leadership and scaling two businesses?

42:10 – How do you decide which events, shows and opportunities are worth it?

45:15 – Why is staying true to your niche and brand so important?

46:45 – What’s the best advice you’ve received as a founder?

50:55 – What’s next for Gym Marine and Paragon Studio?

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Ever wondered what it takes to go from life on the water to running one of the most trusted recruitment agencies in yachting?

In this episode of On the Bridge, we sit down with Nicola and Liam from Wilsonhalligan, the dynamic duo who made the leap from working at sea to building a successful business on land.

We dive into their inspiring journey, from that first “bottle of wine” conversation that sparked the idea to buying the company, modernising it with social media and growing it into an industry leader.

Nicola and Liam share candid stories about partnership dynamics, the realities of entrepreneurship and the lessons they’ve learned about trust, team-building and staying human in a digital world.

If you’ve ever thought about making a big career pivot, or you’re fascinated by the business side of the superyacht industry, this episode is full of insight, humour and heart.

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Chapters
0:00 – Introduction
0:37 – From working on yachts to running a business
1:50 – How did the opportunity to buy Wilsonhalligan come about?
5:23 – What changes did you make after taking over the company?
8:38 – What were the biggest challenges in the early years?
13:29 – Growing the team
15:32 – The turning point
21:04 – Finding the right fit when placing a crew
23:30 – How has the recruitment landscape changed over the years?
30:43 – What qualities make a great crew member?
36:13 – How do you build strong relationships with owners and clients?
42:08 – What lessons have you learned as business owners?
46:13 – How do you work together as business partners?
48:34 – Best piece of advice you’ve ever received