Webinars
June 4, 2025 -- Best Practices and Innovations in Shrink Wrap Applications
This session will explore best practices and emerging innovations in shrink wrap applications tailored for marinas and boatyards. Attendees will learn proven techniques for wrapping vessels of all sizes, from proper material selection and ventilation to efficient sealing and storage strategies. We’ll cover the latest tools and technologies that enhance safety, speed, and durability—along with sustainable solutions like recyclable films and eco-conscious disposal methods. Real-world case studies will highlight how marinas are improving service quality, cutting costs, and boosting customer satisfaction through smarter shrink wrap practices. Whether preparing boats for winter storage or transport, this session offers practical insights to help you optimize operations and stay ahead in a changing industry.July 9, 2025 -- The New Marina Manager: Change 2.0
Join us for an exclusive webinar, building on the AMI Conference session, The New Marina Manager, where we explore the evolving expectations of marina managers under private equity ownership. As marinas transition from family-run businesses to corporate structures, leaders must navigate rapid change with confidence. This session will delve into the challenges of leading through change—both within your teams and within yourself. You’ll gain insights into a new leadership framework designed to equip you with the critical competencies needed to manage uncertainty and drive success. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your leadership in a shifting industry landscape!July 30, 2025 -- Elevating Hull Diving Standards: Safety, Liability and Best Practices
This presentation explores the critical safety, operational, and liability implications of single-diver underwater service models, and makes the case for a two-diver minimum standard across marinas. Drawing on real-world examples, regulatory insights, and recent incidents, we’ll examine how adopting this standard improves emergency response, enhances quality control, and protects marinas from legal and reputational risk. Attendees will learn how forward-thinking marinas can proactively implement this protocol, increase contractor accountability, and lead the industry in safety innovation.
September 3, 2025 -- BoatPAC Legislative Update and how the PAC Supports our Industry
Join AMI for an exclusive legislative update webinar designed to keep you informed on the latest federal policies and legislative actions affecting the recreational boating industry. As the political landscape continues to evolve, it’s more important than ever for industry stakeholders to stay up to date on the issues that matter most. During this session, we'll provide insights into key legislation under consideration in Congress, recent regulatory developments, and their potential impact on manufacturers, dealers, marinas, and boaters. The discussion will also highlight BoatPAC’s role in federal advocacy efforts and how it continues to champion a pro-boating agenda on Capitol Hill. Attendees will gain a better understanding of current legislative priorities, including topics such as boating infrastructure, environmental regulations, and tax policy, and will learn how to engage in the political process to help influence decisions that shape the future of the industry.
October 8, 2025 -- The Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund and Its Importance to Marinas and Boatyards
The Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund (SFRBTF) is a vital federal program that supports marinas and boatyards by funding the development and maintenance of boating infrastructure across the United States. Established in 1950, the Trust Fund is financed through excise taxes on fishing equipment, motorboat and small engine fuels, import duties, and interest on the fund . These funds are allocated to state agencies to support projects such as constructing and renovating marinas, boat ramps, and other facilities that enhance public access to waterways . For instance, in 2024, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service awarded over $21 million in Boating Infrastructure Grants to support the construction, renovation, and maintenance of marinas and other boating facilities . By investing in these projects, the SFRBTF not only bolsters the recreational boating industry but also contributes to local economies and promotes environmental stewardship of aquatic resources.
In this webinar, we will discuss the benefits of the SFRBTF and how you can apply to two of its very popular programs, the Clean Vessel Program and the Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG).
