LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Village Marina and Yacht Club was a big winner at the Cobalt Boats event in Las Vegas, raking in recognition as the largest Cobalt and Marker One dealer in the world. Village was also named a Platinum Dealer for both brands based on customer satisfaction.
Village vice president Ryan Brick credits a combination of Village’s standard of excellence and superior Cobalt quality for his company’s market position. “We concentrate carefully on the needs of each client and service after the sale,” Brick said. “It is our goal to put people on the water in a boat that enhances their lake experience and we believe Cobalt and Marker One are the very best.”
Marker One is the line of forward-designed tritoons offered by Cobalt. “The market for platform boats is growing steadily and Cobalt is leading the way with elegant design and new concepts,” Brick said.
Village sales professionals Kirk Streed and Joe Burns were also big winners, named as Top 10 Cobalt salesmen worldwide. The award includes a trip to Cabo San Lucas.
Kirk Streed is a repeat winner, having won the Captain’s Award six times in his 16-year boat-selling career. Streed says he helps his clients get a vision of the boating lifestyle. “I know the fond memories I have of being out on the lake with my daughters in our Cobalt,” Streed says, “I just try to pass that feeling along to others.”
Joe Burns’ career is taking off with his Captain’s Award. After only three years selling boats, he has gone to the top. “I’m excited to be making a living on the water and in a fun industry,” Burns said. “I think my enthusiasm gives my clients a look at how fun boating is and how exceptional Cobalt boats are.”
“Joe and Kirk exemplify the Village commitment to listening to our clients and putting them in the right boat,” Village president Mark Brick says. “They know that we succeed when our clients are happy with the boat-buying process and become members of the Village family.”
