The International Marina & Boatyard Conference (IMBC) is the only conference geared specifically toward marina and boatyard owners, operators, and managers as well as dockmasters, harbormasters, boat builders and repairers, and industry consultants. The conference is produced by the Association of Marina Industries (AMI) and offers an exhibit hall featuring over 125 vendors, over 15 educational seminars, product demonstrations, a field trip to local marinas, and numerous professional networking opportunities. In 2012, IMBC will be celebrating its 10th anniversary! For more information on the 2012 conference, download IMBC's fact sheet.
Show Highlights
- Highly informative seminars on current topics and industry trends.
- Experienced and well-known presenters.
- An exhibit hall with over 150 exhibits.
- Numerous networking opportunities during seminars, breaks, receptions, and other events.
- Presentations of industry awards.
- Certified Marina Manager Awards Presentation.
- A field trip to marinas near the location of the show.
Attendees
IMBC’s 840+ attendees are marina-industry professionals including Certified Marina Managers, marina operators, owners, and managers as well as dockmasters, harbormasters, boat builders, boatyard staff, service professionals, and marina consultants. Exhibiting companies are those who supply the marina industry with such products and services as docking systems, forklifts, pumps, electricity and Wi-Fi at marinas, marina software, etc.
IMBC’s goals
- Provide opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Provide attendees, sponsors, and exhibitors with an environment for building connections and relationships.
- Provide educational seminars on new ideas and trends as well as best practices.
- Provide an environment that encourages creativity and gives participants the opportunity to share experiences and learn from each other.
- Offer attendees with objective and reliable business information.
- Stimulate a widening interest in marina and marine service industries.
- Promote the mission and values of the Association of Marina Industries.
IMBC supports the marina and boatyard industries by providing one place where industry professionals get together to discuss business and trends. Our continuing mission is to create the best opportunity for personal and professional growth and remain the premier event for the owners and management of marinas and boatyards.