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Now that April is behind us, we are even closer to summer and kids will all be out of school by the end of the month!
First, I have a few thank-yous to make. Thank you to Peter with the Bureau of Land Management for giving MIAPBC a private tour of the construction happening at Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area (JILONA). There will be an event happening on Friday, May 8 that is open to the public if you’d like another opportunity to see it for yourself!
Thank you to the Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce for having me as a guest on their podcast to talk about all things marine industry, boat show, and my career. If you are interested, you can take a listen HERE.
Thank you to Leadership Palm Beach County and Leadership West Palm Beach for allowing me to help plan days in April for its participants, focusing on the marine industry and transportation. It would not have been possible without help from Viking, Valhalla, Visit Palm Beach, and the Port of Palm Beach. Attendees got to see each location either by foot, or by boat!
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YOUR PALM BEACH GUIDE PODCAST
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LEADERSHIP PALM BEACH COUNTY
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LEADERSHIP WEST PALM BEACH
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With those out of the way, I want to acknowledge how great it was to see so many members at Sailfish Marina for our Spring Marine Mingle. We had great weather and great hosts. If you would like to host a member event or have an idea for an ideal venue or speaker, please let me know! We are starting to plan events for 2027.
May is my anniversary month with MIAPBC, and I feel incredibly blessed to have called this organization and many of you family for the past 18 years. Thank you for allowing me this privilege and for all the support through the years.
I hope you all have a fantastic month!
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Acryfin Coatings LLC
John Spitzmiller
John@acryfin.com
Acryfin.com
Atlantis Paradise Island Bahamas
Ryan Murphy
Luxurycare@atlantisparadise.com
Atlantisbahamas.com
Captain Paul Mi9ller Marine Services LLC
Paul Miller
Captainpmiller@gmail.com
J. P. Morgan Chase & Co
Margaret Betten
margaret.e.betten@jpmorgan.com
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JKT Marine Construction
Trevor Petrykowski
Info@jktmarine.com
Jktmarine.com
La Ondina Yacht
Laurie Smith
Ops@laondinayacht.com
laondinayacht.com
Tampa General Hospital
Janine Boylan
Jboylan@tgh.org
tgh.org
Wilmington Trust
Mary Lynn Salac
Msalac@mtb.com
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DRSA, 35 years
Safe Harbor New Port Cove, 18 years
Gentile & Co., Inc. (2GHO), 15 years
MMDesigns LLC, 10 years
The Billfish Foundation, 9 years
Taras Oceanographic Foundation, 9 years
Valhalla Yacht Sales, 5 years
Maven Yachting, 1 year
Coastal Offshore X-Cellence, 1 year
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Thank you for making our Spring Marine Mingle such a success! It was a vibrant evening filled with great conversations, new connections, and well-deserved recognition of our outstanding volunteers. We are so grateful for the individuals who give their time to strengthen our community and for everyone who joined us to celebrate them.
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World Oceans Day Concert and Art Exhibit
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Come celebrate World Oceans Day June 5, with Taras Oceanographic Foundation at their Concert and Art Exhibit – showcasing the beauty of the oceans through art and music!
At the Riviera Beach Marina Village Event Center for a day filled with beautiful ocean-inspired art and live music performances, featuring world-class musicians Tim May, Steve Smith and Mark Russell.
Immerse yourself in stunning artworks celebrating our oceans and enjoy a concert featuring talented musicians. Let’s come together to appreciate the wonders of the ocean and support marine conservation efforts. Don’t miss out on this unique event celebrating our beloved oceans!
The art exhibit will open at 6 pm, the concert starts at 7 pm and we expect it to complete at around 9.15 pm. Tickets are free but everyone will have to register on Eventbrite so we can make sure there is room for everyone. Cash bar. Free parking.
For more information and to answer any questions you may have, please email Stefan at harzen@taras.org.
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Boating and Waterways Law and Policy:
Webinar # 3 Anchoring, Mooring and Derelict Vessels on Florida Waterways
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As Florida’s population has grown, its waterways have grown increasingly congested, with diverse and sometimes competing interests sharing one of the State’s greatest natural and economic resources - its year-round recreational and commercial maritime environment. In recent years, there have been significant developments in the way that Florida addresses the anchoring of vessels, the management of mooring fields, and the disposition of derelict vessels on state waters. As part and parcel of these developments, local governments are being given an increasingly significant role in addressing waterway management.
In this third of four webinars, speakers from Florida Sea Grant, The Florida Inland Navigation District, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will:
- Review the legal history of anchoring and mooring field regulation and management in Florida;
- Discuss the waterway conditions that have led recent legislatures to provide additional state and local tools to manage anchoring and mooring fields;
- Review the policies and programs that facilitate the removal of derelict vessels, and proactively flag at-risk vessels before they become derelict;
- Provide a local government perspective on waterway management, including recent legislative authority conferred through local code enforcement.
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Anchoring, Mooring and Derelict Vessels on Florida Waterways
Thomas Ankersen, Professor Emeritus, University of Florida College of Law, Florida Sea Grant
Janet Zimmerman, Executive Director, Florida Inland Navigation District
Phil Horning, Boating and Waterways Section, Division of Law Enforcement, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Brendan MacKesey, NOAA, Chair, ELULS, Former Assistant County Attorney, Pinellas County
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Sylvester Stallone played a leading role in booting boaters from Palm Beach. Now they are fighting back.
By Bob Norman
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Of all the large lavish mansions lining the northern end of Palm Beach looking west on Lake Worth Lagoon, the one owned by Sylvester Stallone is unique.
It has a private beach – nearly a football field’s length of it.
The beach is just one feature of the waterfront estate the film icon bought on the barrier island for $35 million six years ago. He says it’s his family’s “sanctuary.”
“We have never really enjoyed or respected an area so much in our life,” Stallone told the Palm Beach town council during a special meeting on December 19, 2024. “It’s just a jewel … a blessing everyday.”
But for Stallone the property also carried a curse – boat traffic at the busy Palm Beach Inlet. He said his peace is shattered by “looky-loos” lured by his movie fame as well as long-term boaters in the Intracoastal Waterway.
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Below Deck Mediterranean star Captain Sandy launches innovative specialty plate designed to feature the spirit of the marine industry
Celebrate Florida’s vibrant maritime culture with the new Boating Capital of the World license plate, now available for pre-sale through Captain Sandy Charities.
Created by Below Deck Mediterranean star Captain Sandy Yawn, this limited edition plate is more than just a way to show your love for boating – it’s a way to give back.
Every purchase helps support Captain Sandy’s mission to expand marine employment opportunities and fund critical job training and education programs throughout Florida. Whether you’re a boating enthusiast or searching for the perfect gift, this plate is the ideal way to contribute to Florida’s maritime workforce while proudly showcasing the state’s boating legacy.
Captain Sandy is excited to see this initiative take off and hopes to spot the new plates on the road soon. “Anyone with a passion for the marine industry will love this plate,” she says. “It’s a powerful way to support a cause that impacts so many lives.”
Don’t miss out! Pre-register today and join the movement to strengthen Florida’s maritime industry. Pre-register now at: boatingplate.com
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No. Of Positions Available: 3
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday and Sunday-Thursday 9:30am-6:00pm
Company Overview: Boat Owners Warehouse is a fast-growing, high-volume 60+ year established Marine Distributor and Retailer located in sunny South Florida, with locations throughout the Southeastern US. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service and high-quality products to our customers and community and strive to create a welcoming environment where customers can enjoy a seamless shopping experience.
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- Boat Builder/Carpenters
- Marine Electricians
- Mechanics
- Painters/Varnishers
Additional Info:
Job Type : Full-Time
Experience Level : Entry Level, Mid to Senior Level
Education Level : Not Applicable
Additional Info:
Job Type : Full-Time
Experience Level : Mid to Senior Level
Duties include:
- Front desk reception
- Excellent customer service skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Data entry required
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Come join our family-owned and operated custom sportfishing operation in Palm Beach Gardens. Work with some of the best craftsmen in the business!
Call Monday-Friday for additional information: (561) 627-9168
and/or send your resume to: info@michaelrybovichandsons.com
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- Marine HVAC Technician/Installer
The HVAC Technician/Installer will be responsible for performing routine maintenance and service repairs on heating, ventilating, air conditioning systems, and marine water maker units. This position will also be responsible for the installation according to specifications and established safety guidelines of new units or replacement parts for existing units. Candidate must be capable of working independently with high attention to detail, ability to troubleshoot and communicate equipment issues, have a plan of action, assess and order parts and supplies needed for each job to completion.
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- Executive / Finance & Accounting / Administration
In general, the Accounting Manager is responsible for producing a monthly trial balance to the Controller according to GAAP and Governmental Accounting Standards. In this process the Accounting Manager will work with and coordinate the accounting staff towards this end.
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Alyssa Freeman
Executive Director
Paola Pineros
Marketing & Membership Manager
Stephanie Button
Administrative Manager
Rena Blades
PBIBS Director Community and Government Affairs
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