Formula Boats

Model year 2022 marks Thunderbird’s 66th year in the production of fiberglass powerboats. A family-owned company located in Decatur, Indiana, Thunderbird produces boats that are world renowned for beautiful styling, advanced engineering and exciting performance on the water. With a long-established philosophy of uncompromising quality in every detail, Formula is recognized as today’s premier powerboat. Company history reflects the constant evolution of forward-looking product in the FAS³TECH® hull, trendsetting Crossover, Bowriders, Sun Sports and also in luxurious Performance Cruiser.

The guiding force behind Formula’s vision of excellence is the Victor B. Porter family. Until his passing in October of 2021, Vic Porter held the office of Chairman Emeritus of Formula Boats. Now, four sons and a daughter actively manage the business. Scott Porter serves as a knowledgeable, energetic President while Executive Vice President Grant Porter directs all product development and manufacturing. Chairman Wayne Porter is Vice President of Sales, Jean Porter Brune is Vice President of Marketing and Ted Porter is Vice President of Human Resources. The eldest son, John, also a company shareholder, is a medical doctor not involved in daily business activities. Vic’s wife Kris serves on the Board of Directors. Scott’s wife Shelley is active in the IT department and is also involved in various Formula sales projects. Third-generation Porters work in the business as well. Two of Wayne’s children, Jeremy and Sarah, work full-time for Formula. Jeremy is the Transportation Manager and Sarah is the Director of Marketing Promotions. Jean’s son, Jason Brune, is the Product Engineering Manager. Ted’s three sons also work in the business, Danny is the Research and Development Manager, Chris is a Product Engineer and Josh is a CAD/CAM Design Engineer. The fourth generation has joined the workforce as summer help.