For more than three decades, Clear Lake Boats has been a trusted part of life on the lake. Owned and operated by the Maulsby family, the business has been a Chamber member since 1991 and is led by President and General Manager Scott Maulsby.

As Clear Lake’s only full-service, parts, storage, and marina on the lake, they truly do it all, and their team lives by a simple motto: “We sell fun.” But just as importantly, they take care of their customers’ boating needs year-round.

This summer, Clear Lake Boats played a critical behind-the-scenes role in supporting the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce’s July 4th Celebration. Scott and his incredible staff went above and beyond to help prepare and manage the fireworks barges. Their work was essential to the success of the fireworks display. Without their expertise, time, and willingness to jump in wherever needed, the show simply would not have gone as smoothly as it did.

We caught up with Scott to learn more about his family’s roots in Clear Lake, their customer-first approach, and why staying connected to the local business community matters to them.

Tell us a little about your business and what you do.

Clear Lake Boats is a family-owned boat dealership serving the Clear Lake area. We love helping customers get out on the water with quality boats, reliable service, and a no-pressure, customer-first approach. Whether someone is new to boating or a longtime lake local, our goal is to make boating easy and enjoyable.

What inspired your family to start Clear Lake Boats?

Our family has always had a strong connection to the water and the Clear Lake lifestyle. We saw an opportunity to build a business rooted in trust, service, and community. Something we could be proud to pass on. Starting Clear Lake Boats allowed us to combine our passion for boating with serving our community we love.

What’s one thing people might not know about your business?

Many people don’t realize how hands-on and relationship-driven our business is. We don’t just sell boats. We build long-term relationships with our customers and support them well beyond the sale with service, guidance, and ongoing support.

How long have you been a Chamber member, and why did you join?

We’ve been a Chamber member for several years [since 1991]. We joined to connect with other local businesses, stay involved in the community, and support an organization that actively works to strengthen Clear Lake’s business environment.

What do you love most about being part of the Clear Lake community?

Clear Lake has a small-town feel with big-community pride. People genuinely support local businesses, and there’s a strong sense of connection, whether it’s on the lake or at local events.

How has Chamber membership benefited you or your business?

The Chamber has helped us build greater relationships, increase local visibility, and stay connected with what’s happening in the community. They’ve especially been supportive in promoting our boat rentals and marina location, which has made a real difference for business.

What’s the best piece of business advice you’ve received (or would give)?

Take care of your customers and your employees, and the rest will follow.

Just for fun: what’s your favorite Clear Lake spot or activity outside of work?

Spending time on the lake is hard to beat. Boating and being on the water is what we love most about Clear Lake.

Clear Lake Boats thanks everyone for the people and businesses that make Clear Lake thrive. Each quarter, we’ll feature one Chamber member to share their story, insights, and community connections in a quick Q&A.