Dave Livingston Receives NMMA’s Prestigious Charles Frederic Chapman Award

We are thrilled to announce that Dave Livingston, co-owner and Head of Design and Product Development at Fluid Motion (Manufacturer of Solara, Cutwater Boats, and Ranger Tugs), has been honored with the prestigious 2024 Charles Frederic Chapman Award by the NMMA. This award recognizes his exceptional contributions to the sport of boating, benefiting the recreational boating industry and boating public.

With a remarkable career spanning over 60 years, Dave Livingston has significantly shaped the recreational boating industry through his hands-on approach to product innovations, new models, industry-first designs, and his instrumental role in company growth. His deep-rooted passion for the water was established at a young age, when he built his first boat at 14 years old.

Throughout his professional evolution, Dave's pioneering spirit and engineering acumen have left an indelible mark on the industry. From his early ventures into hydroplane racing to his innovative designs and leadership roles at Livingston, Reinell, Bayliner, US Marine, and now Fluid Motion, Dave Livingston's expertise and creativity have been central to the rapid growth of every business he has been a part of. Read the complete article here: https://www.nmma.org/press/article/24610