IYBA Names Digital Services Lead

Julian Gowing will oversee the yacht broker association’s digital platforms, including Yachtr, Yachtbroker.org and Boatdox.org.

By David Conway

October 14, 2026

The International Yacht Brokers Association announced yesterday that it named Julian Gowing digital services lead, overseeing the organization’s suite of digital platforms. Gowing will manage IYBA’s Yachtr, Yachtbroker.org and Boatdox.org platforms, and help members get more value from the association’s tools and services.

“With more than 16 years in the marine digital space and 30 years in the marine industry, Julian brings a unique combination of industry knowledge, technical expertise and strong relationships throughout the brokerage community,” COO Paul Flannery said in a press release.

IYBA describes its digital suite as including centralized listing-data storage, online marketing tools, co-brokerage MLS sharing, digital documentation and automated e-signatures.

David Conway

Senior editor David Conway has been writing about news and issues in the recreational marine industry for more than 20 years. He is the author of Fishing Key West & the Lower Keys and is also a contributor to Saltwater Sportsman, a Firecrown title.