December 3, 2025 • 55 mins
Dive into the incredible story of Sub Sea Systems — a family-owned company in Northern California that creates some of the most innovative underwater attractions in the world.
In this episode, Mark Haney sits down with Jim Mayfield and the next generation of leaders — Hannah de Bie, Kyle Mayfield, and Keenan Mayfield — to explore how this remarkable family built SeaTREK, Aquaticar, SolarCat, and a suite of attractions that have transformed the way millions of people experience the ocean.
From engineering underwater vehicles powered by bubbles…
to creating an underwater wheelchair that gives guests with mobility challenges the chance to explore beneath the surface…
to deploying world-first attractions in places like Dubai, the Caribbean, and Saudi Arabia…
Sub Sea Systems is redefining adventure, accessibility, and innovation.
This conversation hits everything:
✔ Family business dynamics
✔ Invention & imagination
✔ Global tourism
✔ Underwater engineering
✔ The heart behind making oceans accessible to everyone
Whether you're an entrepreneur, creator, or ocean lover, this episode will inspire you to think bigger, innovate boldly, and build with purpose.
Website: https://www.subseasystems.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SubSeaSystems/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seatrek/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@subseasystemsinc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/subseasystems/
#UnderwaterRides #Innovation #FamilyBusiness #OceanTech #Entrepreneurship #WaterParks #SeaTREK #Aquaticar #AdventureTech #TourismInnovation #MadeInUSA #ExperienceDesign #Invention #AccessibleAdventure #MarineTourism #BlueEconomy #UnderwaterExperience #CaliforniaBusiness #Placerville #MarkHaneyShow
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If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region.
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Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz
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Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney
Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney
Website: http://haneybiz.com
Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273
Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney
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This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement.
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In this episode, Mark Haney sits down with Jim Mayfield and the next generation of leaders — Hannah de Bie, Kyle Mayfield, and Keenan Mayfield — to explore how this remarkable family built SeaTREK, Aquaticar, SolarCat, and a suite of attractions that have transformed the way millions of people experience the ocean.
From engineering underwater vehicles powered by bubbles…
to creating an underwater wheelchair that gives guests with mobility challenges the chance to explore beneath the surface…
to deploying world-first attractions in places like Dubai, the Caribbean, and Saudi Arabia…
Sub Sea Systems is redefining adventure, accessibility, and innovation.
This conversation hits everything:
✔ Family business dynamics
✔ Invention & imagination
✔ Global tourism
✔ Underwater engineering
✔ The heart behind making oceans accessible to everyone
Whether you're an entrepreneur, creator, or ocean lover, this episode will inspire you to think bigger, innovate boldly, and build with purpose.
Website: https://www.subseasystems.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SubSeaSystems/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seatrek/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@subseasystemsinc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/subseasystems/
#UnderwaterRides #Innovation #FamilyBusiness #OceanTech #Entrepreneurship #WaterParks #SeaTREK #Aquaticar #AdventureTech #TourismInnovation #MadeInUSA #ExperienceDesign #Invention #AccessibleAdventure #MarineTourism #BlueEconomy #UnderwaterExperience #CaliforniaBusiness #Placerville #MarkHaneyShow
______________________________________________________________
If this episode inspires you to be part of the movement, and you believe, like me, that entrepreneurs are the answer to our future, message me so we can join forces to support building truly great companies in our region.
-
Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCom_...
-
Mark Haney is a serial entrepreneur that has experience growing companies worth hundreds of millions of dollars. He is currently the CEO and founder of HaneyBiz
-
Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarkhaney
Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarkhaney
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markehaney
Website: http://haneybiz.com
Audio Boom: https://audioboom.com/channels/5005273
Twitter: http://twitter.com/themarkhaney
-
This video includes personal knowledge, experiences, and opinions about Angel Investing by seasoned angel investors. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. Nothing in this video constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement.
#thebackyardadvantage #themarkhaneyshow #entrepreneur
#PowerOfWith #SacramentoEntrepreneur #Sacramento
#SacramentoSmallBusiness #SmallBusiness #GrowthFactory #Investor
#Podcast
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