WELCOME ABOARD!
Mark Twain said it best when he said, “The secret of success is making your vocation your vacation.”
Houston/Galveston/Upper Coast Edition
Ken Vollbrecht
Houston/Galveston/Upper Coast Co-Publisher
Puerto Rico Edition
Ken Vollbrecht resides in League City, Texas, where he has worked in the recreational boating business for the past 34 years. Over the decades, Ken has acquired certifications such as a factory certified Mercury and Mercruiser technician along with a certified marina manager. Currently Ken operates two Freedom Boat Club franchises in the Houston/Galveston region.
Ken and his wife, Terri have been together for 33 years, sharing a love for the water and a fondness for their many four-legged companions. Their current pride and joy is Jasper, a half-blind Australian shepherd rescue who shares their enthusiasm for the water. Ken and Terri hope to one day teach Jasper to swim, adding yet another joyous memory to their time on the water.
His latest professional endeavor is co-publishing the Coastal Angler Magazine, Houston/Galveston/Upper Coast edition. Ken is excited about the future growth of the Coastal Angler Magazine network in Texas and looks forward to expanding its presence across multiple markets to serve the fishing community in the Lone Star State.
Enrique Lara and Freddie Nieves’ shared enthusiasm for boating and fishing has solidified a strong bond between them.
Enrique, deeply immersed in the vibrant business of acquiring and reselling used boats in Puerto Rico, has honed his expertise over numerous years.
In parallel, Freddie has made a lasting impact in the maritime industry through his role as a marina general manager in Puerto Rico, Miami and St. Pete. His leadership has contributed to the development of thriving nautical communities across these regions. Furthermore, he has demonstrated his commitment to the industry through the establishment of a nautical magazine in Puerto Rico, providing a platform for enthusiasts and professionals to engage with maritime topics and stay abreast of industry developments.
Boasting a cumulative experience exceeding two decades in boating, fishing, boat sales, nautical publications and marina management, these enterprising friends are driven by an unwavering vision to bring the multitude of benefits Coastal Angler Magazine offers to their cherished homeland of Puerto Rico.
Freddie Nieves & Enrique Lara Puerto Rico Co-Publishers
WELCOME ABOARD!
Middle Tennessee/Northern Alabama Birmingham Edition
An avid outdoor enthusiast, David McGavock graduated from the University of Tennessee Knoxville in 1991 with a bachelors in wildlife and fisheries biology. His area of specialization includes fish stocking, fish rearing, lake and pond aeration, aquatic weed and algae control, fish population management, fertilization, water quality, proper construction of lakes and ponds, and wildlife management. Outdoor writing has long been his passion, and David has 30 years of field experience in both the public and private sector.
After years in the fisheries industry, he joins the The Angler Magazine team in the Middle Tennessee Nashville/ Northern Alabama Birmingham territory.
The Panhandle Edition
David McGavock
Middle TN/ Northern Alabama Birmingham Co-Publisher
SAVE THE DATE!
Jim Childers grew up fishing and hunting in west Tennessee. “If I wasn’t working, you could find me in the woods or on the water.” As a kid, his family would travel several times a year to the Panhandle where he and his dad would fish. He fell in love with the area early on and vowed to move there someday. Having a cousin in Panama City allowed him to spend some summer months fishing piers and jetties. As he grew older, he fished the back bays and deep waters from Panama City to Destin to Pensacola.
Jim Childers
The Panhandle Co-Publisher
He started a small printing company in 1999. It consumed most of his time. However, when he wasn’t working, he spent his time on the Tennessee River. His passion for fishing led him to partner with his friend, Jimmy Robbins, in the development of Fishsticks Lure Enhancer. “It is a chapsticklike attractant that adheres to virtually any artificial bait. It provides a natural baitfish scent and stays on for hours.”
Jim semi-retired from his print business three years ago. He captained his 42-foot boat down the Tombigbee Waterway, through Mobile Bay, to the Panhandle. He currently lives on the Intracoastal in Perdido Key with his wife, Tami. He has two married daughters who live in Arkansas and Oklahoma.
“I have read and admired Coastal Angler Magazine for many years. I love that I can go anywhere in Florida and pick up a locally produced edition with invaluable local info. Not only will it give me fishing tips from local captains but also news on area tournaments and where to go for just about anything to do with the sport of fishing... including where to eat them.”
As Jim takes the reins of The Panhandle Edition, he looks forward to the opportunity to get out and meet the great folks in the Panhandle. “I hope to make some friends, share ideas that will help them grow their businesses, share some stories and just talk fishing.”
JULY 16-19, 2024
ICAST, the International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades, is the world’s largest trade show for sportfishing. Hosted annually at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, ICAST 2024 will bring together industry professionals and leading companies in the sportfishing industry. Exhibitors showcase their latest products and services, including the newest innovations in rods, reels, artificial lures, fish finders and more. The convention attracts professionals from the sportfishing industry, such as retailers, wholesalers and media representatives.
More than just a trade show, ICAST also serves as a meeting place and exchange forum for all those passionate about sportfishing, and year after year has proven to be an invaluable resource for CAM and TAM franchisees to hold face-to-face meetings and make countless valuable business connections.
The event is organized by the American Sportfishing Association (ASA), the leading organization dedicated to the protection and promotion of sportfishing. To register for media credentials visit: https://www. icastfishing.org/why-attend/media-center/
ADVANCED SALES TRAINING - NEXT Q3 WEBINAR: “HOW TO SELL THE ANGLER VIDEO MAGAZINE ADS”
If you are a franchise owner looking for ways to make more money, (aren’t we all?) then look no further… consider signing up for our free live webinar advanced sales course: “How to Sell The Angler Video Magazine Ads.” Vid Mag sales are the perfect way to increase revenue with no added expense.
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Classes are forming now for the third quarter. Email info@coastalanglermagazine.com to sign up.
What are you up to this summer? We want to know! Email us your vacation pics, catch photos, tourney pics, event/boat show photos, etc. to share in the next newsletter.
HAVE A HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!
On behalf of the Corporate Team, we would like to extend our warm wishes to you and your family!
Hope you have a fun, memorable and safe 4th of July celebration!
Your hard work and dedication are part of what make America what it is today - a remarkable and great nation!
Thank you for being an excellent Franchise owner.
CEO Ben Martin caught a nice spotted sea trout on Florida’s Indian River.
Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale Co-Publisher Jeremy Wallace and son doubled up on tuna during a recent family trip to Costa Rica.
COO Tracy Patterson got herself a sweet snook on a recent fishing trip at Sebastian Inlet, Fla.
CAM/TAM Webmaster Ryan Clapper and family took a mini-vacay to Tybee Island, Georgia.
UPCOMING 2024 FRANCHISEE DEADLINES
*The full 2024 CAM/TAM Production Calendar is available on the franchise support site. (support.coastalanglermag.com)
AUGUST EDITION
July 17 @ 9 AM:
Revenue Report, National/Regional Ads and Local Page Counts Due
July 18 @ NOON:
Local Editions Upload and Print Bill Payment Due
July 29 @ NOON: Video Mag Ads & Reports Due
SEPTEMBER EDITION
August 16 @ 9 AM:
Revenue Report, National/Regional Ads and Local Page Counts Due
August 19 @ NOON:
Local Editions Upload and Print Bill Payment Due
August 28 @ NOON:
Video Mag Ads & Reports Due
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OCTOBER EDITION
September 16 @ 9 AM:
Revenue Report, National/Regional Ads and Local Page Counts Due
September 17 @ NOON:
Local Editions Upload and Print Bill Payment Due
September 26 @ NOON: Video Mag Ads & Reports Due
NOVEMBER EDITION
October 16 @ 9 AM:
Revenue Report, National/Regional Ads and Local Page Counts Due
October 17 @ NOON:
Local Editions Upload and Print Bill Payment Due
October 29 @ NOON: Video Mag Ads & Reports Due