In today's episode, I am back in Sydney sitting down with Michael Jarvin, who has spent the last 40 years building, developing, representing, operating, upgrading and expanding marina's throughout the east coast of Australia.

At the helm of Advanced Marina Management, Mike, known to many by his sailing nickname Star Wars, has led the day-to-day management of and development of many marinas around Australia.

With a passion for boating spanning a lifetime, Star Wars shares his expertise in the boardroom, providing advice and solutions to the Boating Industry Association, Government Agencies and on a range of Australian Standards committees.

In recognition of his service to the boating community, Mike was awarded the NSW Maritime Medal at the 50th Sydney International Boatshow 2017 and has travelled the world speaking developing career pathways for young people in the Boating Industry.

Mike has given so many years of volunteer service to Associations and Committees in the boating industry and I am lucky enough to count him as a great friend as well. Mike has always been an amazing supporter of everything we do at The Boat Princess, recognising that our ethos of attracting more women to boating and the boating industry is a great one. Thanks Mike for your support - and to so many other men too. It is truly appreciated.

You can find out more at www.theboatprincess.com