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GE Capital Solutions Commercial Distribution Finance is a leading provider of specialized financing products and services for various industries. Offerings include inventory financing, accounts receivable financing, asset-based lending, private label financing, collateral management, e-commerce services and related financial products. Additional information about CDF can be found online at www.ge.com/cdf.

GE Capital Solutions provides leasing, lending and capital investment products and services to help business customers grow. It has over $90 billion in assets, serves more than 1 million clients around the world and is headquartered in Danbury, CT, USA. For more on GE Capital Solutions, go to www.ge.com/capitalsolutions. GE is Imagination at Work - a diversified technology, media and financial services company focused on solving some of the world's toughest problems. For more information, visit the company's Web site at www.ge.com.



Blue Water Sailing is the authority on world cruising and offshore sailing. Founded in 1996 by circumnavigators George and Rosa Day, the monthly magazine offers readers authentic cruising stories from around the world as well as in-depth boat and gear reviews, practical seamanship, and trusted advice on how to realize the dream of owning an ocean-going boat and living the cruising life. Blue Water Sailing also publishes the weekly e-newsletter Cruising Compass and the stand alone annual magazines Premier Cruising Boats, Premier Cruising Multihulls, Premier Sailing Yachts and Premier Cruising Trawlers.



Gill NA, with headquarters near Atlanta, GA, is the exclusive distributor for the Gill brand in the U.S. and Canadian marine markets. For over 30 years, the Gill brand has been a global leader and innovator, specializing in high tech, breathable waterproof clothing. Gill NA markets and distributes a variety of performance-oriented, award-winning apparel and accessories for virtually every type of boating activity with product lines that include the following: foul weather gear with lines of jackets, deck coats and trousers; interactive layering systems; footwear; gloves; yachting watches; bags and all-weather luggage; junior gear; headwear, sunglasses and team wear. Gill North America is the official sponsor and supplier of Gill technical apparel to the US Sailing Teams. For more information on the 2008 Product Line, visit www.gillna.com



Composites One is the nation's largest composites distributor. Composites One likes to think of itself as a member of our customer's team - always there when assistance is needed - we have the industry's most complete product line, along with the technical know-how and market experience necessary to guarantee your success. We offer unmatched regulatory assistance, process and applications audits, productivity solutions and online business-to-business capabilities with b2bcomposites.com, and much more. The Power of One. Composites One.



Yanmar Marine USA Corp offers a full range of pleasure craft diesel engines ranging from 9 to 900 hp. They have a reputation for compact, powerful and reliable marine propulsion engines.



Marsh Private Client Services has the experience, knowledge, and global resources to provide customized yacht insurance solutions for the luxury yacht owner. We help clients manage their yacht risk effectively by meeting with owners, captains, maritime attorneys, and other advisors throughout the process to ensure we’ve considered all possible exposures. The result is a program with appropriate limits to protect the yacht and our client’s best interests. For individuals and families with substantial assets, Private Client Services has been a leader in providing personal insurance service for decades. We provide dedicated consultation, advice, and brokerage services to high net worth individuals, family offices, and their trusted advisors. Private Client Services can collectively manage your family’s risks, including property, liability, life, and long-term care insurance.



Harken Yacht Equipment is the leading manufacturer and distributor of innovative sailboat hardware and accessories. Headquartered in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, Harken manufactures in the USA and Italy. Its network includes offices in 48 countries, with group offices located in Australia, France, Italy, New Zealand, Poland, Slovenia, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States (Rhode Island, California, and Florida). Harken has been involved with the foundation and on-going support of Sail America since its inception.



With 14 distinct models, Hunter is the USA’s most popular cruising sailboat! Our product line includes trailerables from 14’-25’, mid-size cruisers from 27 to 38 feet, and bluewater yachts from 41’ to 49’. Each beautifully styled model represents an engineering triumph that combines exhilarating performance and comfortable accommodations with fingertip sail handling. Quality construction and components ensure long term reliability and high resale value. For videos and more information visit us at www.huntermarine.com



As the magazine of record on sailing, SAIL inspires a commitment to the sailing lifestyle, teaches active sailors how to get better and gain more enjoyment from sailing, and connects businesses to the largest and most affluent sailing audience. The most widely read sailing publication in the world, SAIL reflects the way people sail. SAIL’s primary focus is on coastal sailing, technical aspects of the sport, and all facets of boat ownership—from aspiring to buying to getting under way. If it’s under sail, you’ll find it in SAIL.



The Newport International Boat Show is a showcase of the latest power and sailboats presented in the luxurious setting of Newport, RI. One of the four largest in-water boat shows in the country, it covers over 15 acres along America’s Cup Avenue. More than 800 exhibitors over 600 boats from 16 to 85 feet will be on display. If you harbor a passion for boating, there’s only one place to be….Newport, September 11th – 14th. www.newportboatshow.com



As producers of Cruising World and Sailing World magazines, The Sailing Company has been leading the sailing market since 1962. We’re the experts on sailors, their boats, and their sailing passion. And we offer more than just the top two magazines in the marketplace: Our marketing extensions, industry research, and events such as the NOOD Regattas reach this sought after audience like no others.



West Marine, Inc. is the country’s biggest specialty retailer of boating supplies and accessories, has 372 stores in 38 states, Canada and Puerto Rico. The company's successful catalog and Internet channels offer customers approximately 80,000 products - far more than any competitor - and the convenience of being able to exchange catalog and Internet purchases at its retail stores. The company's Port Supply division is one of the country's largest wholesale distributors of marine equipment serving boat manufacturers, marine services, commercial vessel operators and government agencies. For more information on West Marine's products and store locations, or to start shopping, visit westmarine.com or call 1-800-BOATING (1-800-262-8464).



The United States Sailing Association (US SAILING) is the national governing body for sailing. Founded in 1897 and headquartered in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, the organization provides leadership for the sport of sailing in the U.S. US SAILING offers training and education programs for instructors and race officials, supports a wide range of sailing organizations and communities, issues offshore rating certificates, and provides administration and oversight of competitive sailing across the country, including National Championships and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Sailing Teams. For more information, please visit www.ussailing.org.



North Sails continues to be the worldwide leader in sailmaking through an ongoing commitment to making innovative sails that are lighter, faster and stronger than ever. In 1992, North Sails introduced a revolutionary sailmaking technology called 3DL, which thermomolds sails as a unitary membrane on a full-sized three-dimensional mold. For more information, visit www.northsails.com.



Sabre Yachts has been crafting semi-custom sailing yachts in Casco Maine since 1970. Considered one of the founders of the US sailboat industry, Sabre today offers three sailing yacht models from 36 to 42 feet in length. Sabre yachts are distributed through a nationwide dealer network and the company exports sailing yachts to Europe and the Orient. Hulls are built using modern technologies and all suppliers are chosen for their brand's reliability, service and quality. All current Sabre models have been recognized by the sailing press for their design and the level of detail in their construction. The 36 foot Sabre Spirit received two Boat of the Year awards in 2007 from Sailing World and Cruising World magazines.















Sail America members are encouraged to pursue sponsorship opportunities at this conference to reach influential leaders in the business and sailing community. Any company or person also may donate items valued at $100 or higher to be raffled at the Gala auction. For more information on sponsorship opportunities please contact Brenda Collins at (207) 655-3831 or brenda@sabreyachts.com