The 11th edition of the Sail America Industry Conference (SAIC) will take place Annapolis Yacht Club in Annapolis, MD on April 22-24, 2025. The three-day event, specifically geared toward sailing industry professionals. Held annually, SAIC hosts speakers, industry leaders, colleagues and more. Attendees learn about new topics and trends and receive industry updates.
Topics and Trends at SAIC 2025
- Keynote Speaker: How to Recruit and Retain Talent- Every business problem requires a People Solution.-Michelle Alexandrowicz, Organizational Psychologist, ENGAGE
- The Predictive Index Assessment-Employee behavior is a reflection of the unique ways you and your co-workers contribute to the team and organization. By understanding how these behaviors manifest day to day, you can take steps to accommodate your people’s needs, and improve your team as a whole. Michelle Alexandrowicz, Organizational Psychologist, ENGAGE
- Artificial Intelligence, How to Implement In Corporate Structure-Chris Watson, KVH
- Structuring a Modern Communications Package for Your Customers, Chris Watson, KVH
- How to win “Best in Show”-Winning “Best in Show” at a boat show requires more than just a great product—it’s about crafting an engaging, immersive experience that captures attention, draws people in, and converts interest into business. Todd Hess, SailTime, Lana Lohe, formerly Lagoon America.
- The role and impact of marina companies such as Safe Harbor and how that will support the growth of the US sailing industry. Desiree Bell, Safe Harbor Marinas
- Insights about where the marina industry is going over the next ten years (e.g., design, new initiatives, investment trends, etc.)., Desiree Bell, Safe Harbor Marinas
- How Discover Boating’s work on behalf of our industry is designed to reach, engage, and motivate current and the next generation of both power and sail. Kevin Williams, NMMA VP North American Marketing
- Brainstorming Session for Sail America Members-This is your chance to have your voice heard about new events and ideas to bring to the Sail America Board. Moderated by Adam Cove, Board President
- How to Bring your Best to a Boat Show-How to plan, market your products and maximize your on-site experience-Mary Ewenson, Annapolis Boat Shows
- Finance & Insurance- Randall Carnahan, Hilb Group NE, Thomas Dix, Shore Premier Finance
- Brainstorming Session: How to make buying and owning a boat fun again-Adam Cove, Cove Marine Consulting & Mark Pillsbury, formerly Cruising World, Sailing World
*schedule is subject to change
Regatta
No trip to the sailing capital of America would be complete without getting out on a sailboat. Get your crew together and reserve your boat! The Annapolis Sailing School will be hosting a fun regatta beginning at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, April 22nd ahead of SAIC. They are providing six Rainbow sailboats, which can be sailed with up to four crew members. This is a great team building activity that will be followed by a post regatta party for all attendees. Reserve your boat now!
Sponsorship Opportunities!-Contact Sail America to become a sponsor! info@sailamerica.com. We can customize any sponsorship to promote your company and its products!
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