SAIL AMERICA

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why should I be a member of Sail America?
2. What are the new expanded benefits?
3. What else does Sail America do besides Boat Shows?
4. How do I get information on Sail America membership?
5. What are the Cost-Saving Affinity programs?
6. How much are my membership dues?
7. How do I join Sail America?
8. How do I get more involved in Sail America?

1. Why should I be a member of Sail America?
Sail America membership helps to build a stronger sailing marketplace, and gives members access to a myriad of tangible benefits to improve their business operations and bottom line. For companies that exhibit at Sail America-owned Strictly Sail shows, the member savings are often greater than the cost of membership. Combined with the discounted affinity programs and other membership benefits, Sail America membership offers a great return on investment.

Over the years, members have benefited enormously from their association with Sail America. Not only have they been instrumental in helping build a stronger and healthier sailing market, but also they have developed strong relationships with many of the key players in the sailing industry. We work hard to promote the health and growth of sailing, and we rely on the support of our members to help fulfill our mission.

2. What are the new expanded benefits?
Some of the new benefits that have been added this year include additional direct sales opportunities, (e.g. SailFests), access to more sailing-related market research, new marketing initiatives, improved member communications, a new Strategies for Success program, and the introduction of an annual sailing conference and regatta (to be held in late spring or early summer of 2008). Members also have access to a host of discounted affinity programs and new educational tools, such as HR and PR University.

Sail America members that exhibit at Sail America-owned Strictly Sail Boat Shows also receive space discounts, space preferences, access to a members-only area, free Wi-Fi, free trade credentials, and four complimentary boat show guest tickets to all Strictly Sail shows.

3. What else does Sail America do besides Boat Shows?
In addition to running Strictly Sail Boat Shows, Sail America generates qualified sales leads for its members, distributes industry and market information, provides valuable business tools and education, facilitates networking events, supports industry-wide initiatives such as Discover Sailing and Grow Boating, and funds government relations activities. New for this year, Sail America also offers a number of cost-saving affinity programs.

4. How do I get information on Sail America membership?
You can download the benefits brochure and application form at http://www.sailamerica.com/benefits.asp. You can also complete your application online at https://www.sailamerica.com/application.asp?step=1. Alternatively, we would be happy to send you a membership package and application form.

5. What are the Cost-Saving Affinity programs?
We have partnered with NMMA to offer Sail America members a range of exciting new discounted services, including:

APPI: This exclusive service provider analyses, negotiates, contracts, and manages your utility service to help you save money on your energy expenses.
Avis Member Benefits Program: Sail America members receive discounted rates and enhanced customer service.
Freight Discounts: Sail America members qualify for substantial savings with FedEx, Roadway, Central Freight Lines, and New Penn Motor Express.
Staples Business Advantage: Sail America members get deep discounts on office supplies and receive enhanced customer service.
HR University: Resources, template forms, statistics and tools to assist with your Human Resource needs
Worksite Solutions: Expand your employee insurance benefits (life insurance, disability, accidental death)

6. How much are my membership dues?

7. How do I join Sail America?
You can learn more about Sail America’s membership benefits and services by downloading the membership benefits brochure .

There are three simple ways to submit your Sail America membership application:

Download the pdf of the application form , and mail the completed form with a check for your membership dues to:

Kimberly Tuchon
Sail America
850 Aquidneck Avenue
Suite B-4
Middletown, RI 02842
Download the pdf of the application form, and fax the completed form to Kimberly Tuchon at (401) 847-2044. If you are faxing an application for membership, please complete the credit card payment section.
Apply online by clicking here. Follow the simple 6-step process

8. How do I get more involved in Sail America?
We are actively recruiting volunteers to sit on our various committees and task forces. If you tell me you areas of interest I will put you in touch with the most appropriate person.

Members Home