Industry Resources
'It takes a village'; or, in this case, it takes lots of leading marine industry firms, agencies and organizations committed to professionalism to ensure the growth, safety and success of the boating lifestyle. Here's a great sample of those committed leaders:
American Boat & Yacht CouncilABYC was created in 1954 as a non-profit organization to develop safety standards for the design, construction, equipage, repair and maintenance of boats of less than 150 feet. | Discover BoatingDiscover Boating is an industry-wide effort to promote the boating lifestyle and improve the boating experience to increase participation and ultimately sales of marine products and services. |
GowrieGroup- Insurance, Benefits, FinanceGowrieGroup is a CPYB Silver Sponsor GowrieGroup is the top privately held property/casualty agency in Connecticut and the largest marine insurance group in the US. Gowrie’s 125+ dedicated professionals – located in their primary offices in Westbrook CT, Darien CT, Newport RI, and North Kingstown RI – stand ready to help you. | Marine Retailers Association of the AmericasMRAA's mission is to be the single voice of marine retailers, providing member services that include: fostering and uniting relationships; raising awareness and professionalism; protecting common interests and strengthening all members. |
National Association of Marine SurveyorsNAMS – The National Association of Marine Surveyors (NAMSGlobal.org), established in 1962, is a professional organization that certifies marine surveyors and provides continuing education opportunities. | National Marine Lenders AssociationNMLA’s mission is to educate current and prospective lenders in the marine financing procedures, promote credit to consumer and trade borrowers, maintain alliances with industry partners, measure and report on the vitality of the marine lending market, and maintain networking and communication among members and associate members. |
National Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationNOAA is an agency of the U.S. Dept. of Commerce that enriches life through science. NOAA's reach goes from the surface of the sun to the depths of the ocean floor, working to keep citizens informed of the changing environment around them. | National Marine Manufacturers AssociationNMMA is dedicated to advocating for and promoting the strength of marine manufacturing, the sales and service networks of its members, and the boating lifestyle. |
Sail AmericaSail America is the trade association for the U.S. sailing industry and plays a vital role for all companies that are involved in providing sailing-related products and services. | Society of Accredited Marine SurveyorsSAMS® provides information, education and standards in support of its member surveyors and the marine industry.
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US Coast GuardThe Coast Guard’s mission capabilities–saving lives, interdicting smugglers and illegal migrants, enforcing our nation’s laws and treaties, and protecting our ports and natural resources–derive from the readiness of our fleets of cutters, boats, aircraft, and the C4ISR systems that link them together | Yacht Broker InstituteYacht Broker Institute is an online training program offering a collection of courses developed to aid beginners and professionals seeking a career in yacht brokerage; either as a Yacht Broker, Charter Broker or an Administrative Assistant. |
YachtCloserYachtCloser is a CPYB Silver Sponsor YachtCloser was created to simplify and streamline the contract, sign, and close process for professional yacht brokers by providing simple solutions to communicate with today's buyers and sellers and to close more deals. | YachtWorld.comYachtWorld.com is this year's CPYB Diamond Sponsor A division of Dominion Enterprises, YachtWorld.com first launched in March 1995, and today is the Internet’s leading online marine publication. YachtWorld.com contains the largest online photo database of new and used power and sailboats for sale and charter. Boat listings on YachtWorld.com are provided by subscribing member yacht brokers and dealers, not individuals. |