NextBoat appoints Ross Tannenbaum as new CEO

NextBoat Inc. (NYSE: NXB) announced that Ross Tannenbaum assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer on September 28, 2026, following the Board of Directors' approval of his appointment on September 25, 2026.

Brian S. John, the outgoing CEO, had tendered his resignation contingent on the appointment of a successor. His resignation took effect when Tannenbaum assumed the role. John remains on the Board of Directors. His departure was not related to any disagreement with the company over its operations, policies, or practices.

Tannenbaum, 64, previously held senior executive positions at Fanatics, Inc., serving as President of Retail and Collectibles through 2018, before transitioning to a strategic business development role until his departure in 2019. He joined Fanatics following its 2012 acquisition of Dreams, Inc., a publicly traded sports licensed products and memorabilia company where he had served as President and CEO.

Since leaving Fanatics, Tannenbaum has been involved in businesses spanning marine services, outdoor lighting, consumer electronics, hospitality, and marina industries, including Supreme Marine Services, Supreme Outdoor Lighting, Palm Beach Electronics, Ocean Treasure Suites, Courtyard Villas, and Marina-by-the-Sea.

Any transactions between NextBoat and entities in which Tannenbaum holds interests are subject to approval by disinterested board members. As of the filing date, no such transactions exceeding $120,000 have been entered into or are currently proposed.

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