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BoatUS Company Culture
BoatUS Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.9/5
BoatUS' Overall Culture is rated C-
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Manager
BOutlook
B-Perks & Benefits
C-Retention
C-Compensation
C-BoatUS CEO
Bottom 5%Bottom 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Kirk La
49 /100
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Diversity at BoatUS
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Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 25%Bottom 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-34
BoatUS employees are -34% more likely to recommend BoatUS as a great place to work
| 33% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 0% | Passives |
| 67% | Detractors |
Working at BoatUS
Working at BoatUS is rated below average by 7 employees, across various culture dimensions. BoatUS employees rate Manager highest among all categories, and think that CEO Rating and Meetings have the most room for improvement, putting BoatUS’s culture in the Bottom 30% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 30% compared to other companies in Washington, DC. See below in detail how working at BoatUS was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at BoatUS
C-
Overall Company Culture at BoatUS is rated C-
Last updated months ago
Bottom
30%
BoatUS ranks in the Bottom 30% of other companies on Comparably with 51-200 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterBoatUS Employee Reviews
Out of 16 BoatUS employee reviews, 7% were positive. The remaining 93% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping BoatUS improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 7% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 93% |
Positive Reviews From BoatUS Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?They were friendly and upfront about what to expect regarding the work load.
Constructive Feedback From BoatUS Employees
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?In regards to the claims team in Jacksonville, Florida, there needs to be a re-vamping of management training. The team is focused on making friends and keeping their friends happy but not making those same people accountable for dropping the ball (which is most of the time).
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Every other company pays more (10k annually) than BoatUS. It doesn't make sense. And the benefits are lousy.
- What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?Stop all the playing and get to work for the customer.
BoatUS Company Information
BoatUS Company Overview
Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) is the nation's largest organization of recreational boat owners
BoatUS Mission, Vision & Values
BoatUS Mission & Values
BoatUS makes boating better. We proudly provide a single source of exceptional service and savings for boaters, including marine insurance and towing. We remain dedicated to educating and protecting boaters and their rights — making boating safer, more affordable and accessible. As the first to fight for legislation on behalf of boaters, the original mission of ""service, savings and representation"" still stands true today.
| Headquarter | 880 S Pickett St Alexandria, VA 22304 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.boatus.com |
| Founding Date | 1966 |
| Tel | (800) 395-2628 |
| Company Status | Private |
| Social Sites |
BoatUS Competitors
BoatUS competitors include Boats.com. BoatUS ranks 2nd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how BoatUS compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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BoatUS Employees
7 employees at BoatUS have reviewed BoatUS across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 7 BoatUS employees give their leadership a grade of D, or Bottom 20% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at BoatUS are not very pleased with their total compensation at BoatUS, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at BoatUS are generally satisfied with their team. 7 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a D+. Less than half believe the meetings at BoatUS are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at BoatUS believe the environment at BoatUS is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at BoatUS is comfortably fast. About 34% of the employees at BoatUS work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at BoatUS are happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining BoatUS - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining BoatUS is that the company was unprepared on their first day. BoatUS employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was negative. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
BoatUS KPIs and OKRs
At this moment no BoatUS employees have provided insight into whether or not they clearly understand BoatUS' KPIs and OKRs.
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BoatUS CEO & Leadership
BoatUS CEO - Kirk La
49 /100
Kirk’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Kirk in the Bottom 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 5% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Washington, DC. Kirk La’s employees rank BoatUS in the Top 30% for Manager, in the Top 40% for Outlook, and in the Bottom 35% for Perks And Benefits.
BoatUS Leadership
The BoatUS Executive Team is rated a “D” and led by CEO Kirk La, VP & Human Resources Manager Jackie Wheeler, and AVP Membership Services Leigh Grow
Kirk La CEO / President
Kirk La serves as the CEO / President of BoatUS.
Jackie Wheeler VP & Human Resources Manager
Jackie Wheeler serves as the VP & Human Resources Manager for BoatUS. Jackie started at BoatUS in October of 2013.... read more
Leigh Grow AVP Membership Services
Leigh Grow serves as the AVP Membership Services for Boat America Corporation. Leigh started at Boat America Corporation... read more
John Gerndt AVP & Benefits Manager
John Gerndt serves as the AVP & Benefits Manager for BoatUS. John started at BoatUS in December of . John is based in... read more
Cecilia Aguerrevere SVP & Chief Financial Officer
Cecilia Aguerrevere serves as the SVP & Chief Financial Officer for Boat America Corporation. Cecilia started at Boat... read more
Carroll Robertson SVP Marine Insurance Claims
Carroll Robertson serves as the SVP Marine Insurance Claims for Boat America Corporation. Carroll started at Boat... read more
Jim Holler Sr Vice President
Jim Holler serves as the Sr Vice President of BoatUS. Jim currently resides in the Washington D.C. Metro Area.
Jerry Cardarelli Vice President Towing Services Planning, Analysis & Risk Management
Jerry Cardarelli serves as the Vice President Towing Services Planning, Analysis & Risk Management of BoatUS. Jerry... read more
Terri Botsford Vice President, BoatUS Internet Operations
Terri Botsford serves as the Vice President, BoatUS Internet Operations of BoatUS. Terri currently resides in the... read more
BoatUS Salaries
How much does BoatUS pay?
How much do people at BoatUS get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at BoatUS is $63,810, or $30 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $199,075, or $95 per hour.
At BoatUS, the highest paid job is a Sales Manager at $141,566 annually and the lowest is a Receptionist at $40,593 annually. Average BoatUS salaries by department include: Marketing at $77,201, Operations at $79,622, Finance at $47,431, and Business Development at $114,102. Half of BoatUS salaries are above $199,075.
6 employees at BoatUS rank their Compensation in the Bottom 30% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 20 ratings) while 6 employees at BoatUS rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 35% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 7 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $84k | $84k | 1st Percentile |
25th Percentile $145k | $145k | 25th Percentile |
50th Percentile $194k | $194k | 50th Percentile |
75th Percentile $203k | $203k | 75th Percentile |
100th Percentile $216k | $216k | 100th Percentile |
$63,810*
Average Compensation
$199,075*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
BoatUS Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at BoatUS
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at BoatUS across various culture dimensions.
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BoatUS PTO
BoatUS' PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 15-20 days off a year. Paid Time Off is BoatUS' most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 100% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. BoatUS' benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $500 -$1000 cash value per month.
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BoatUS Careers
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding BoatUS
What is BoatUS address?
BoatUS location is at 880 S Pickett St
Who is the CEO of BoatUS?
BoatUS CEO is Kirk La, their score by employees is 49
What is BoatUS eNPS?
The eNPS for BoatUS is -34
What is the salary for Bookkeeper in BoatUS?
Bookkeeper average salary in the US is 47k
What are the salaries in the Admin in BoatUS?
The average salaries for Admin in BoatUS is 41k
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