Bold Conversations.
Practical Ideas.
Meaningful Connection.
Wednesday , October 7
7:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Education Hall
Marine Ideas Exchange (MIX) is a high-energy, insight-driven program that brings marine industry leaders together for bold conversation, practical ideas, and valuable connection.
Presented by Soundings Trade Only and IBEX, MIX combines standout content with a deliberately social experience — a leadership keynote, dynamic forum sessions, and a dedicated Sensory Lounge.
In 2026, conversations will focus on leadership, marine technology and AI, changing consumer behavior, and the innovation journey from concept to finished product.
Pricing : $75 Early Bird/ $99 after Sept 4th through IBEX Registration
Event Highlights
Every element of MIX is designed with purpose — to spark ideas, connect leaders, and move the industry forward.
Leadership Keynote
An intimate conversation with global industry leaders sharing hard-won lessons and forward-looking perspective.
Dynamic Forum Sessions
Two rounds of parallel panel sessions tackling AI, technology, innovation, and the evolving marine consumer.
Sensory Lounge
Purpose-built networking space with light food and beverages, designed to keep the conversation going between sessions.
Ideas Into Action
MIX is engineered for exchange — every element turns insight into connection and connection into momentum.
Industry-Shaping Topics
2026 conversations focus on AI for business leaders, marine technology, changing consumer behavior, and the innovation journey.
Awards Ceremony
Celebrate leadership and innovation with a closing awards moment recognizing those driving the industry forward.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2026
2026 Event Agenda
Sensory Lounge & Networking
7:00 – 7:30 AM
Fuel Up & Connect! Start your day with coffee, bites, and great conversations in the Sensory Lounge before diving into the Marine Ideas Exchange.
Keynote: Lessons in Leadership
7:30 – 8:05 AM
Marine Ideas Exchange (MIX) kicks off with a candid conversation between Eric Fetchko, President of Dometic Marine, and Michele Goldsmith, VP and General Manager of the Soundings Trade Only Group, on leadership, vision, and resilience in today’s fast-changing global business landscape.
Sensory Lounge & Networking
8:05 – 8:20 AM
Between forum sessions, attendees will have the opportunity to connect in the immersive MIX Sensory Lounge, a thoughtfully designed environment created to encourage conversation, collaboration, and creative thinking among industry peers.
Round 1 — Parallel Forum Sessions
8:20 – 8:55 AM
Session A: The Future of Marine Technology & AI
Moderator – Michele Goldsmith, VP & GM at Soundings Trade Only
Aine Denari – EVP & President, CTO at Navico Group and Brunswick
Jarrod Seymour – Vice President, Marine Segment Lead at Garmin
John Lim – Investor & Advisor at MarineSource 
Session B: Changing Customer Behavior
Moderator – Joe Lynch, CEO at ICOMIA
David Dunn – Sr. Director of Marine & RV Sales at Garmin
Keith Ammons – VP Sales & Marketing at Regulator Marine
Engelhard (Al) Sundoro – Vice President, Global Business Development at Dometic Marine
Sensory Lounge & Networking
8:55 – 9:10 AM
A second opportunity to connect with fellow attendees and speakers before the final round.
Round 2 — Parallel Forum Sessions
9:10 – 9:45 AM
Session A: The Process of Innovation: From Ideation to Finished Product
Moderator – Ben Stein, Editor at Panbo.com
David Clubbs – VP Engineering & Operations at Regulator Marine
Jens Bering – Head of Product & Solutions Management at Volvo Penta North America
Eric Fetchko – President at Dometic Marine
Session B: AI for Business Leaders — Data, Disruption, Policy, Privacy & People
Moderator – Michele Goldsmith, VP & GM at Soundings Trade Only
Chris Kanaley – CEO, Co-Founder at MarineSource
Jonathan Lim – Investor & Advisor at MarineSource
Epic Awards Awards Ceremony
9:45 – 10:00 AM
MIX closing recognition celebrating leadership, innovation, and the ideas that are moving the marine industry forward.
October 7, 2026 · Tampa, FL
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Where marine industry leaders gather to shape what comes next.
Space is limited, and the 2025 MIX event reached capacity. Attendees are encouraged to register early.
IBEX Customer Care Center: 774-247-4036 / IBEXShow@maritz.com / Business Hours 9AM – 5PM (EST)
Event Sponsors
MIX is made possible through the generous support of marine industry leaders who believe in the power of bold ideas.
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October 7, 2026 · Tampa, FL
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