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I hope everyone has been having a great summer. I was able to get away for a couple weeks with my family in July. There are no MIAPBC-hosted events to report back on since we take the month of July off from hosting events BUT we did attend some events sponsored and supported by MIAPBC such as the long-time Kid’s Fishing Day where we went out with a great group of kids from Pahokee on the Miss Blue Heron for some offshore drift fishing. Congrats to the Palm Beach County Fishing Foundation on another successful year! I also got to experience an offshore turtle release with Friends of MacArthur Beach State Park, something that was funded in part by the Palm Beach International Boat Show Gives Back grant program. It was a beautiful day about six miles offshore where we released three juvenile sea turtles, along with about a dozen hatchlings into an expansive weed line. We were also happy to support MarineMax and their Women on the Water seminar, which Paola attended on behalf of MIAPBC.
Speaking of the grant program, applications for 2026 funding will be open this month on August 13 through October 17. Please visit our webpage for all the details on requirements, etc. There will again be $500,000 in funding available to local non-profit organizations so spread the word to anyone you think should apply for a marine-related project or program. The grant program is primarily funded through the Palm Beach International Boat Show, but if you would like to help support this initiative so that we can ensure its future success we welcome the opportunity to meet with you! All donations are tax-deductible and make a meaningful impact in our industry.
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TURTLE RELEASE WITH
FRIENDS OF MACARTHUR BEACH STATE PARK
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FREEMAN FAMILY
SUMMER VACATION
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We can’t wait to have all our members back together for an event at the end of August, so be sure to register yourself and members of your team! Of course, we are also working on great events to take place in the Fall and planning is going well so far for the Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade. Please consider sponsoring this much-loved community event and/or entering a boat! It’s definitely not too early to start thinking about it because December 6 will be here before we know it!
In the meantime, if you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to me or any other MIAPBC staff and we would be happy to assist. I look forward to seeing you all in the near future. If you are a parent sending kids off to school soon, best wishes!
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Venue Marketing Group, 16
Visit Palm Beach, 9
Nautical Marine Services, LLC., 5
Hemingway's Boatyard The Ways, 5
Boat Marketing Pros, 4
Gillen Yacht Services, Inc., 4
Loggerhead Marina, Palm Beach Gardens, 2
Shifting Gears United, 1
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Get excited for our 31st Annual Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade! We are 17 weeks away from the brightest night of the year.
Follow us on social media to stay up to date on exciting announcements!
Secure your sponsorship below.
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SAVE THE DATE
Saturday, December 6
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Women On Water: Luxury Edition
MarineMax
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Thank you to MarineMax for hosting Women on Water: Luxury Edition! Our members had an incredible time learning from Jenny and Captain Tom, who shared their expertise on boating safety, knot tying, and navigating the beautiful waters of Palm Beach.
It was an empowering and educational experience, and we’re so grateful for the opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together on the water.
Thank you for supporting women in boating!
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Farewell Summer at the Newly Renovated Buccaneer Marina Resort
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Join us for an evening of coastal charm as we celebrate the end of summer and look ahead to an exciting new season.
✨ Discover the newly renovated Buccaneer Marina Resort
🛥️ Step aboard and explore two stunning MarineMax boats
🍹 Mix & mingle with fellow members over lite bites and a cash bar
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CALCUTTA
BECOME A BOATER MEMBER $50
FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN $1,000
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BENEFITS:
- 1 complimentary Palm Beach International Boat Show ticket.
- Entered for additional $1,000 for select local fishing tournaments.
- Free boat entry to Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade and additional $1,000 prize.
- Represented by MIAPBC-paid lobbyists to protect marine business & boater interests.
- Monthly Newsletter
- Custom MIAPBC flag and other swag.
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Connect With CareerSource
Sunny Solutions for Your Workforce Needs!
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Invest in Tomorrow’s Talent
I am reaching out to share an exciting new initiative designed to strengthen our county’s workforce and support local businesses in attracting emerging talent. In partnership with the Business Development Board (BDB) and Palm Beach County, CareerSource Palm Beach County has developed a centralized online hub for internship and apprenticeship opportunities as part of our broader Talent Optimization Plan for the county.
Our new website, www.internpalmbeach.com, just went live and serves as a one-stop destination for high school and college students to connect with meaningful learning and work experiences in our community.
We would like to invite your company to participate by allowing us to list or link your internship opportunities on this platform. There is no cost to your business to be featured, and there is no fee to the intern. Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for local employers to access and develop future talent while providing valuable pathways for young professionals to gain experience.
If you are interested, we would be happy to assist with the process of adding your opportunities to the portal. You can email us at internship@careersourcepbc.com for assistance.
Thank you for your commitment to strengthening our local workforce. Please let me know if you have any questions or if you would like to discuss next steps.
Looking forward to your participation.
Best,
Julia Dattolo
President/CEO
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White House Announces New Tariff Adjustments: What It Means for Marine Manufacturing
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President Trump signed a sweeping Executive Order finalizing modifications to the reciprocal tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), first introduced on April 2. The new order resets tariff rates for dozens of countries and significantly reshapes the trade landscape for American manufacturers, including recreational marine businesses.
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ABYC Publishes Updated Standards for Boat Building and Repair
Free webinar to offer insights on the 2025-2026 publication
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The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has published the 65th supplement of its “Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft“. This annual publication provides the international marine industry with the latest updates on standards that guide more than 90% of boats constructed in North America, helping to ensure consumer confidence, industry consistency, and alignment with evolving regulatory requirements.
“The newest revisions touch just about every corner of the boat: electrical, fuel, water systems, and even seat structures,” said Brian Goodwin, ABYC Director of Standards and Compliance. “If you’re surveying and repairing boats, or working on product design, compliance, and testing, this is critical to you.”
This year’s supplement includes updates to 14 standards and three technical information reports, notably E-11, AC & DC Electrical Systems on Boats, E-13, Lithium Ion Batteries, and H-24, Gasoline (Petrol) Fuel Systems.
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New Online Boating Accident Avoidance Course from BoatUS Foundation: ‘S.C.A.N. − Improving Situational Awareness’
Takes on the biggest cause of accidents: distracted boating
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A quick look at the annual U.S. Coast Guard recreational boating accident statistics shows “operator inattention” and “improper lookout” to be perennial placeholders in the top five primary contributing factors in boating accidents. A new online micro course, “S.C.A.N. – Improving Boater Situational Awareness,” aims to address the issue head-on by helping boaters avoid distracted boating and enhance situational awareness and boating safety skills. The free accident-avoidance course is designed to make boating safety instruction accessible and fits into busy schedules, typically taking less than 30 minutes to complete.
Course takers will learn the importance of maintaining a proper lookout, understanding and applying the nautical rules of the road, and mastering the S.C.A.N. method (Search, Concentrate, Analyze, Navigate) to help stay focused and avoid collisions. The course also covers common distractions and practical strategies to mitigate them, ensuring a safer and more enjoyable boating experience.
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Florida spiny lobster season started!
The 2025 spiny lobster season opened with the 2-day recreational sport season July 30 and 31, followed by the regular commercial and recreational lobster season, which starts Aug. 6 and runs through March 31, 2026.
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Below Deck Med 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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MARINE ELECTRONIC SOLUTIONS & SERVICE, LLC
WEST PALM BEACH, FL
Full Time - Monday to Friday
Paid Holidays
Paid education for OEM Brands
This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with their hands and minds, have a strong attention to detail and thrive in a
collaborative team environment.
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Position Title: Project Manager
Brief Position Description: The Project Manager position is responsible for developing initial project plans and managing the service projects for Willis Custom Yachts (“WCY”). Job activities will include working with WCY business development department, WCY trade shops, WCY authorized outside contractors and WCY billing department. This position is also responsible for regular project status communication with WCY customers.
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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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Job Description: Sales Floor
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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George Gentile
2GHO, Inc.
Rick Kozell
Law Office of Rick Kozell
Martin Murphy, Jr.
JAMCO, Inc.
Doug West
Westwind Marine Advisors
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Alyssa Freeman
Executive Director
Paola Pineros
Marketing & Membership Manager
Stephanie Button
Administrative Manager
Rena Blades
PBIBS Director of Community Relations and Government Affairs
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