My name is Raul Rodriguez, and boating isn’t just my profession — it’s in my blood.

I was born and raised in Miami, and I’ve spent my entire life in the boating industry. My father was the founder of Avanti Powerboats, a respected Miami-based manufacturer known for building high-performance 25’, 33’, and 42’ center consoles that became iconic during their era. I quite literally grew up inside the factory — walking the floors, learning hull design, rigging, performance, and the details that separate an average boat from a great one.

That early exposure shaped who I am today.

At just 22 years old, right out of high school, I founded Lifestyle Marine with a simple mission: to help people buy and sell boats the right way — with transparency, expertise, and a true understanding of the marine lifestyle. Now at 35, I’ve spent over a decade buying, selling, brokering, and financing boats of all types, helping clients navigate every aspect of ownership with confidence.

Boating is my passion, but people are my business.

Because I’m a Miami local and have been immersed in this industry my entire life, I bring real-world knowledge of the market, the boats, the performance expectations, and the service side that most brokers simply don’t have. Whether you’re purchasing your first boat, upgrading to your next one, or selling a vessel, my goal is always the same: to protect your interests and deliver results.

At Lifestyle Marine, you’re not just working with a broker — you’re working with someone who truly lives the boating lifestyle and treats every transaction as if it were his own.