From Survival to Growth - Tactics and Trends for the New Economy

Coming this June 14, 15 and 16 Sail America will gather the sailing industry for the 2010 Sailing Industry Conference and Regatta in Annapolis, Maryland. The conference has been expressly designed to help members respond to the new economic realities as we all begin to emerge from the great recession of 2008 through 2010.

        
Space is limited - Register Today!

***$50 Registration Discount for Annapolis Sailboat Exhibitors***

Our conference theme is "Adjusting to the New Economy." We have gathered a group of leading experts and presenters to share their valuable insights about critical topics including leadership, sales, new media, social networking and marketing, professional communications skills, the economy, and much more. The focus of the Sailing Industry Conference is all about building a new and enhanced skill set that will allow each of us to improve our businesses and boost our profitability.

The outstanding speaker line-up for the action-packed conference features US SAILING President Gary Jobson who will connect the dots between the sailing industry and the consumer. Sailing is a sport that lasts a lifetime, connects the generations, and provides great value. Gary will discuss strategies to grow the sport of sailing.

Dean Brenner, management consultant and Chairman of the US SAILING Olympic Committee opens the conference with a presentation focusing on the formula for leadership success in the 21st Century and will deliver solid, bankable ideas that attendees can take home and immediately apply to their respective businesses.

Another presentation sure to have a powerful impact features motivational speaker and world champion sailor Vince Morvillo who identifies how to bring inspiration and leadership to your business, which will ultimately improve bottom-line sales and profits.

Besides having the opportunity to listen to and learn from the pros, the Sailing Industry Conference provides the ideal setting for industry leaders of all segments to gather together in an intimate, focus group-type setting to discuss ideas, explore new concepts and build professional relationships with peers.

Besides all the serious business, we’re also working in some fun! Highlights include the second annual Industry Regatta on Monday, sponsored by West Marine and J/World Annapolis, which is sure to create some memorable moments on the water, and some very exciting competition! Another highlight is the conference cookout with evening entertainment slated for Tuesday evening at the Pavilion at Port Annapolis. Both of these activities will provide plenty of opportunity to unwind, relax, and rub elbows with fellow industry members.

The Sailing Industry Conference will not only provide a wealth of opportunity for you to learn new skills to improve your business, but should also afford invaluable industry perspective to help you and your team navigate through the months and years ahead.