Episode Description
A quiet electric boat slides through the Indian River Lagoon, dolphins surface close enough that you can hear them breathe, and your night ends with a reserved table waiting behind Sweet Desires. That is not a gimmick. It is what happens when Vero Beach small businesses build experiences together instead of competing in silos.
We sit down with Chris from Vero Tackle and Watersports to talk about the partnerships powering some of the most memorable things to do in Vero Beach, from cocktail-style cruising to seamless add-ons like 21st AD drink delivery right to the boat. Chris shares how these collaborations actually start in real life: showing up to Chamber of Commerce events, meeting people, following through, and designing offers that feel easy for locals and visitors. We also unpack a surprising truth about coastal tourism: in Vero Beach, weather flips demand, with winter visitors and summer locals shaping how you plan operations and marketing.
Then the conversation turns personal and ambitious. Chris tells the behind-the-scenes story of joining Dancing with the Stars for the Healthy Start Coalition, pushing past discomfort, and leaning into the fun with a Greatest Showman tango and award-winning costume. He also lays out a future vision for Open Air Recreation, a Florida-first outdoor retail destination with paddleboards, kayaks, fishing gear, beach cruisers, and a pizza spot that pulls the whole community together.
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