12/13/2023 0 Comments Surf expo 2016 dates![]() ![]() “While he may not be widely known in the surf world yet, I can tell you that Cyrill is without question someone who is a friend of surfers around the world,” said Paul Naude, SIMA Environmental Fund President and CEO of Vissla. Gutsch is committed to doing whatever it takes to ensure the health of the earth’s oceans. Gutsch has worked tirelessly in connecting many walks of life, people, cultures and businesses in order to create change, from pro surfers Greg Long and Ramon Navarro to Hollywood star Chris Hemsworth to companies such as adidas and Corona. That meeting was the catalyst for founding Parley For The Oceans, a non-profit network that seeks to facilitate collaboration across the fields of business, government, activism, art and science – with the ultimate objective of conserving the earth’s oceans. At first glance, not what one would expect in an ocean environmentalist honoree, but a life-changing meeting with Captain Paul Watson of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society inspired Gutsch to commit his life to protecting the world’s oceans back in 2012. SIMA’s 2017 Environmentalist of the Year is German-born Cyrill Gutsch who is a designer and creative entrepreneur based in New York City. Bethany continues to be a role model for surfers everywhere and we are excited to honor her as this year’s Waterman of the Year.” “And while those words are all fitting, Bethany is so much more than that to the surf industry because there are very few who epitomize what it means to be surfer like she does. “There are so many words that come to mind when you think of Bethany Hamilton – grit, determination, faith, and inspiration are just a few,” said SIMA President and Rip Curl CEO Kelly Gibson. Hamilton continues to be an inspiration through her pro surfing and big wave accomplishments, and as an author, wife, and mother. Following the release of her auto biography Soul Surfer: A True Story of Faith, Family, and Fighting to Get Back on the Board (2009), and later with the release of the feature film Soul Surfer (2011) she inspired millions with her story. And Hamilton’s story has reached far beyond the surf community. Born and raised in Hawaii, Hamilton grew up surfing, and after a shark attack left her without her left arm, she overcame the odds to return to surfing at the highest level. She will be honored as the 2017 Waterman of the Year. On Saturday, August 5 the industry will again gather under the stars at The Ranch for the Waterman’s Gathering to celebrate this year’s honorees, raise money through silent and live auctions and enjoy a farm-to-table meal with friends.īethany Hamilton is known around the world as the inspirational pro surfer whose determination, heart, and skills brought her back to competitive surfing after a shark attack in 2003. The tournament will take place on Friday, August 4 and feature a 3-club and barefoot format that is sure to complement the relaxed and intimate setting at the course. ![]() This year the entire event will be held at The Ranch with the Waterman’s Golf Tournament moving to Ben Brown’s Golf Course. ![]() The 28th Annual Waterman’s Weekend will be held August 4-5, 2017, at the recently remodeled The Ranch at Laguna Beach in Laguna Beach, Calif. A Special Recognition Award will also be presented to the International Surfing Association (ISA), the world governing body for surfing, for its unwavering and successful efforts in getting surfing included in the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympic Games. (June 7, 2017) - The Surf Industry Manufacturers Association (SIMA) will honor inspirational professional surfer Bethany Hamilton as Waterman of the Year Parley For The Oceans founder Cyrill Gutsch as Environmentalist of the Year and all- around surf industry legend Herbie Fletcher with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
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