Adam Smith is now President of the BIA, which represents a vibrant industry that last year reported more than $9.6 billion in turnover nationally.
Outgoing President Andrew Fielding said the transition was smooth and in the making for some time and resulted from his need to assist his family with a transition to a new management model for its Anchorline Yacht Brokers business.
“I have made the decision to step down as part of a desire to see our family business transition to an exciting new structure,” Fielding said. “My commitment to the boating industry and the BIA is as strong as ever, even after more than 30 years in the industry my passion for boating is undiminished.”
Adam Smith brings a wealth of experience and knowledge of the industry to the role of President. As owner of Australian Boating College Sydney, he also has more than 30 years of experience in the industry and that includes the most recent two years as Vice President, and four years as a Director of the BIA Board.
