USSA Members & Friends,
Let’s start the new decade together. Come join us for the USSA 2nd Thursday Networking!
USSA Networking Event
Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, 6:00 – 7:30
Seventh Street Wine Company
Guest Speaker Bruce Schattenburg Read more »
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Curriculum Content and Times
Presented by YachtInfo on Friday, 30 October 2009 at the Bahia Mar
NOTE: Registration Opens 1 October 2009 at www.usyachtinfo.com
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Flag Registration—What Does This Mean to the Captain and Crew?
This session discusses flag implications for Captains with regard to manning requirements, licenses, training, inspections, entry and other considerations which directly affect captains and crew. 1:00 PM, Room B
Chartering Regulations
In this session the panel reviews chartering regulations within the EU and US. Details include the impact of the flag you fly, how the contract should be written and “do’s and don’ts” of entry into common charter countries. 2:00 PM, Room B
Piracy, Firearms & the Law
Practical solutions applied to vessel security and a review of the applicable laws and regulations as they relate to firearms onboard including ISP code and MTSA. 9:00 AM, Room B
Taken Hostage – What Now?
This panel of former and current military personal takes you through different possible situations, offers strategies to minimize your risk exposure and, ultimately, the steps to take should a crisis occur. 3:00 PM, Room B
Tax Implications for Yacht Crew
Whether you are a US resident, or an expatriate, this panel of experienced professionals will speak to multi-jurisdictional tax issues which impact crew traveling the world. Topics addressed will include foreign income exclusion, establishing independent contractor status and implications of not maintaining compliance status in your homeland. 10:00 AM, Room B
Insurance Coverage for Yacht Crews
Learn to navigate international health care waters, get information about when ship’s policy will cover you and gain knowledge about your responsibilities. Information provided promotes understanding global healthcare and steps you should take when selecting medical providers. 11:00 AM, Room A
Finding Work On a Yacht
Yachting 101—Learn how to get started in the industry and, once established, find the perfect job. Using real life examples, the panel will educate and entertain those interested in either working at sea for the first time or refining their job hunting skills. 9:00 AM, Room A
Coming Ashore… and Landing the Perfect Job
Thinking about coming ashore and burying the anchor in the garden? Learn about identifying transferable skills, hear about first hand success stories, and discover how to be best prepared for your move to a land-based life. 1:00 PM, Room A
Interior Management
This session includes insights to hone the skills of the yacht chef, tips on provisioning as well as a simple budget workbook that helps define individual food costs. You also learn how to speak florist, to maximize your floral budget when ordering as well as tips on freshening an arrangement to extend its useful life. 10:00 AM, Room A
Project Management
The astute project manager identifies the individual objectives and interests of the major players in a yacht new-build or refit. Discussion addresses a basic introduction to the principles of Critical Path Planning and Management and how it applies in the yachting world. The panel also features a representative from the Board of Directors of the South Florida Project Management Institute to discuss the Project Management Professional certification and applying the theory of project management to projects large and small. 11:00 AM, Room B
Electronic Navigation: What’s New?
This seminar focuses on new products and information in the world of electronic navigation. A panel of manufacturer’s reps will demonstrate new navigational software and electronic charts followed by Q&A. Designed for Captains and those with watch-standing responsibilities, be sure to attend this forum to learn the latest in navigation solutions and compare new products side by side. 2:00 PM, Room A
Solution-Solving Technology
Science is changing the world of yachting; exciting developments vary from improving a yacht’s carbon foot print with environmentally responsible products or offering new solutions to old issues like underwater propeller repairs. This seminar will introduce you to some of the newest and coolest technologies available to make yachting life—and stewardship of the seas—better. 3:00 PM, Room A
ISS: Vanessa Stuart, 954.525.6625; Amy Halsted, 540.784.4561
MIASF: Gordon Connell, 954.524.2733
USSA: Corey Ranslem, 786.390.0196
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FLIBS 2009 Contract April
US SUPERYACHT ASSOCIATION
FORT LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
OCTOBER 29 – NOVEMBER 2, 2009
USSA VILLAGE – SPACE AGREEMENT
COMPANY:
REPRESENTATIVE:
CONTACT EMAIL:
SPACE REQUESTED:
- 10’ x 10’ space + New member artwork$ $ 11,000
- Shared booth space (with USSA) – Only one Available $ 7,200
- Sponsors (2) for Networking Receptions (Thu, Fri, Sat) $ 3,000
SPECIAL REQUEST
This agreement is between the U.S. Superyacht Association (USSA), the Village organizer,
and the Exhibiting Member Company (company) for exhibit space within the USSA Village
at the 2009 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. This agreement becomes effective
and binding when signed and returned with payment to the USSA.
Exhibit space consists of 10’x 10’ booth unit, built within the USSA Village and decorated with the uniform USSA colors, logos and design. Services included with the space are the erection and dismantling of the USSA design exhibit structure, production of member artwork, carpet, lighting, standard electricity per unit, liability insurance and fully serviced USSA reception area. Extraordinary charges for electricity or material handling required for individual company set-up will be the responsibility of the company.
By presenting this completed agreement, the company agrees that it has read,understands and will comply with the terms and regulations of Show Management/Yachting Promotions Inc. (the event organizer) and the USSA (the Village organizer)including all other parties mentioned in the Terms and Regulations. A full copy of the exhibition terms and regulations are on file with the USSA, a copy of which can be obtained upon request from the USSA.
Furthermore, the company agrees to be subject to the same cancellation policy stipulated by the event organizer for the USSA’s participation at the event.
Company will not hold the USSA liable for matters arising from strikes, lockouts,labor disturbances, fire, delays or defaults of suppliers, shortfall of sponsorship sales,hurricanes, other natural events or other causes beyond their control. The member company agrees to hold harmless, indemnify and defend the USSA for any claims for damages, injuries, costs and fees arising out of this agreement or member’s participation
in this event.
The company further agrees that it will comply with the terms, bylaws and regulations of the USSA (the event organizer) and all others parties with whom they have subcontracted. This agreement becomes effective and binding when signed and returned with payment to the USSA. Failure to remit 50% payment (by company check, wire transfer or credit card) upon receipt of USSA invoice will void this agreement. The balance will be due June 1, 2009.
AUTHORIZED MEMBER SIGNATURE:
PRINTED NAME:
DATE:
EMAIL THE COMPLETED FORM TO info@USsuperyacht.com
FAX TO 954.206.9180.
SPACE IS TRULY LIMITED!
2009 Boat Shows, Events & Gallery | editor | June 17, 2009 3:30 pm | Comments (0)
It time to think about FLIBS again! Can you believe it?
Much has been going on behind the scenes…the space agreement is signed; the deposit is paid; the budgets have been dissected, analyzed, reviewed, revised & finalized plus we already have signed contracts from the exhibiting members who are returning from last year. Read more »
2009 Boat Shows, Events & Gallery | editor | June 15, 2009 3:05 pm | Comments (0)
Consider this! We need your opinions!!!!!!!!!
Friday, October 30, 2009 – the second day of FLIBS
An all-day event of informative seminars at Bahia Mar
For the concentration of superyacht personnel in town during FLIBS
All levels of experience – from fundamental to intermediate to advance topics
Timely, informative and educational seminars. 45 minutes. A/V available
Closing with a Captains Briefing & Reception, an advocacy presentation followed immediately by a networking reception. Presented jointly by the ISS, the MIASF and the USSA.
We are accepting proposals, from the members of all three organizations, for seminar topics. (Documents were sent in email notification) Read more »
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