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week of oct 13: Adam Karpenske - Hot Tub Boats
Episode 8412th October 2025 • the weekly seattle • the weekly seattle
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The Founder & CEO of Hot Tub Boats explains how he came up with this unique idea to create the first hot tub boat ever in Seattle, WA. Adam talks about how he funded the project, the lessons he learned along the way, and his recent expansion into California. We also talk about production challenges with the new tariffs, who he will sell his boats to, and so much more!

All this and your top business news stories.

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About guest Adam Karpenske - Founder & CEO, Hot Tub Boats:

Adam earned his degree in Maritime Studies and Marine Carpentry and has been working as a shipwright (a shipbuilder) ever since. In 2012 he started the company we know today here in Seattle as Hot Tub Boats.

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About host Rachel Horgan:

Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal for 5 years as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego.

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