Slikkers’ Achievement Featured by Marine Media

Dealer Meeting Left to Right: Tom Slikkers, Mike Porreca, Sue Kane

Last Updates on May 5, 2026

Following Tom Slikkers’ appointment to list of finalists for Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 Michigan and Northwest Ohio Award by Ernst & Young, LLP, the Tiara Yachts president and CEO was featured in multiple marine media outlets for prestigious achievement.

Media Coverage:

Soundings Trade Only - Tiara CEO Slikkers Recognized
Boating Industry Canada - Tom Slikkers of Tiara Yachts Named Entrepreneur of The Year 2026 Michigan and Northwest Ohio Finalist by EY US
Press Release - Tom Slikkers of Tiara Yachts named Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 Michigan and Northwest Ohio finalist by EY US

An independent panel of judges selected Slikkers among 34 finalists representing 31 companies based on their entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, company growth and lasting impact in building long-term value.

Regional award winners will be announced on June 17 during a special celebration in Detroit and will become lifetime members of an esteemed community of Entrepreneur Of The Year alumni from around the world. The winners will then be considered by the national judges for the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Awards, which will be presented in November at the annual Strategic Growth Forum®, where high-growth CEOs, Fortune 1000 executives and investors converge to shape the future of business..