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Identifying Markets for Growth Frank Peterson, RBFF President & CEO. Research Objectives. Develop robust profiles of boaters and anglers Identify segments with highest potential for growth Explore attitudes and motivations Assess factors that influence participation rates
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Identifying Markets for GrowthFrank Peterson, RBFF President & CEO
Research Objectives • Develop robust profiles of boaters and anglers • Identify segments with highest potential for growth • Explore attitudes and motivations • Assess factors that influence participation rates • Quantify representation of different segments • Identify barriers to participation • Forward conclusions, recommendations & strategies Identifying Markets for Growth
Activity Participation 33 activities studied and categorized by: • Quiet • Fitness • Outdoorsman • Speed • Individual Activities • Indoor Activities Identifying Markets for Growth
Boating Behaviors & Motivation Identifying Markets for Growth
My perfect day would be spent… “jet skiing,” “parasailing” or “sky diving.” “Speed is good. The faster, the better.” Identifying Markets for Growth
Fishing Behaviors & Motivation Identifying Markets for Growth
“I don’t care if I never catch another fish, but it’s a great bonding experience.” “It’s nice to go out and get refocused with nature.” Identifying Markets for Growth
Motivational Factors • Outdoor Factor • Thrill Factor • Relaxation Factor • Family Factor • Escape Factor • Experimental Factor Identifying Markets for Growth
Segment Distribution Identifying Markets for Growth
Core Segments -Outdoor Enthusiasts -Affable Adventurers Identifying Markets for Growth
Growth Segments -Family Outdoors -Outdoor Excitement Identifying Markets for Growth
Opportunity Segment -Dabblers Identifying Markets for Growth
More Opportunities for Growth Hispanics • A large and growing market • Concentrated in six states • Participation linked to acculturation Identifying Markets for Growth
“I can’t think of any families I know that don’t fish. I think it might be cultural.” “To me fishing is relaxing. Plus afterwards I like to cook.” Identifying Markets for Growth
Additional Key Takeaways • Newcomers to boating and fishing need a guide and mentor. • Boating and fishing are often viewed as “add on” activities to camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities. Identifying Markets for Growth
Next Steps • Develop more tools for industry Identifying Markets for Growth
Customer Profiling Tool For retailers and marinas • Identify segment of interest • Plot by zip code • Obtain mailing list • Deploy direct mail or other outreach Identifying Markets for Growth
More Information RBFF.org/research Identifying Markets for Growth
Questions?E-mail fpeterson@rbff.org Identifying Markets for Growth