Here is a look at the exciting sessions and networking opportunities you will find in Long Beach:
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
3-5:00pm
Conference Registration
5-7:00pm
Welcome Reception
Thursday, November 7, 2024
8:00am
Conference Registration
9-10am
Breakfast with Trade Show Partners
10am
Opening Session of the 2024 Marine Recreation Association Educational Conference and Trade Show
11am-4pm
State of California
Division of Boating and Waterways Commission Meeting
11am
It’s time to learn…Break Out Sessions
· Utilizing Social Media in a Social Age
· Insurance Challenges Facing Marinas and Boating
12:30pm
Lunch featuring Robert Newsome, Executive Vice President of the National Marine Manufacturers Association
2:00pm
Leadership, Passion, and Commitment to Excellence – a discussion with Captain Sandy Yawn and Kate Pearson, Executive Vice President of Safe Harbor Marinas
3:45pm
The learning continues…Break Out Sessions
· Legal Challenges Facing our Industry, Phil Weiss
· Regulations are Focused on US! A discussion with the California Air Resources Board.
6pm
Back to the Future Celebration
Join industry partners in the Trade Show to enjoy food, drink, and a lot of FUN!
Friday, November 8, 2024
9am
Breakfast with Trade Show Partners
10am
General Session featuring a discussion on the state of the marina industry
10:45am
Taking it to the next level…Break Out Sessions
· Taking events to the next level!
· WOW: Customer Service and Client Experience
· Boatyards: Issues, Challenges, and Opportunities
12:00pm
Lunch featuring an Economic Forecast
2:00pm
The Future Belongs to Us…Break Out Sessions
· Exploring Artificial Intelligence
· End of Life Boating Struggles and Challenges
· Leadership and how to harness it in the new age
5pm
Long Beach Marina Tour
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Optional Activities
Queen Mary Tour
Disneyland Discounts
Visit Catalina Island with MRA discounts